The Organic Farm
42 Churchills Road
Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s
Newfoundland, A1M 2P6
(709) 895-2884
Visiting the Farm
Our Farm Store is not yet opened for the 2021 Season. Check back here for updates!
Hours: Saturday, 11 a.m – 5 p.m
(Other Days by Appointment.)During the season Mike is available at the farm every Saturday to answer questions about growing organically and give tours of the farm, and the geo-thermal greenhouses. You can also buy produce directly from us at the farm.
If you are looking for something specific, call ahead or send an e-mail with your request. We will try to reserve your order so you won’t be disappointed if you visit the farm. Children are welcome! On most visits, you will find tea, coffee and tea buns waiting for you in the kitchen!
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Packing Slip: Week 01, Smaller Bag (June 24, 2013)
Packing Slip, Week 1, Smaller Bag, June 24, 2013 Chinese Cabbage (average weight 1200g) $7.20 Chives (flowers are edible) $3.00 Lovage $3.00 Lettuce (head, a variety of types) $3.00 Rhubarb (500g) $3.00 Total $19.20
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Farm Notes – Week 1, June 24 2013
Veggie Coop Farm Notes WEEK 1: June 24, 2013 THE BASICS Welcome new and returning members. If you are an “old” member, you will want to skip this first piece which tells the rules of the game. You may need … Continue reading
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Summer Squash Recipes
Savoury Squash Recipes Zucchini with Monterrey Jack Cheese (contributed by Melba Rabinowitz) 1 large onion, also a clove of fresh garlic if desired 2 lb. zucchini or other summer squash 6-8 ozs of montery jack, or other mild white cheese Salt … Continue reading
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Cucumber Recipes
White Gazpacho (Cold Cucumber Soup) – Absolutely Wonderful!!! 2 large cucumbers/ 2 tsp. white vinegar l large clove garlic/ l can chicken or vegetable broth l cup sour cream. I have used plain yogurt. Toasted sliced almonds Peel and chop … Continue reading
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Larger Bag – Aug. 29, 2012
Packing Slip, Week 9, Larger Bag, August 29, 2012 Basil – 50g regular and 25g cinnamon $7.00 Braising Mix (350g, beet greens, chard, and kale) $5.00 Cucumbers – Asian and English, both large $6.00 Fennel Bulb – medium $2.00 Garlic … Continue reading
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Packing Slip: Smaller Bag – Aug. 27, 2012
Packing Slip, Week 9, Smaller Bag, August 27, 2012 Basil – 50g regular $4.50 Braising Mix (350g, beet greens, chard, and kale) $5.00 Cherry tomatoes (pint) $5.50 Cucumber – one large greenhouse and one outdoor $4.00 Garlic Bulb(s) $1.75 Green … Continue reading
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Larger Bag – Aug. 22, 2012
Packing Slip, Week 8, Larger Bag, August 22, 2012 Arugula – holy and yummy (150g bag) $5.00 Basil – 50g either lemon, lime, regular, rubin or thai $5.00 Braising Mix (350g, beet greens, chard, and kale $5.00 Cherry Tomatoes – … Continue reading
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Packing Slip: Smaller Bag – Aug. 20, 2012
Packing Slip, Week 8, Smaller Bag, August 20, 2012 Basil – 50g regular and 25g either Cinnamon, Lemon, or Lime $7.50 Beets (1 or 2) $1.00 Braising Mix (350g, beet greens, chard, and kale) $5.00 Cucumber – one large greenhouse … Continue reading
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Farm Notes – Aug. 20-27, 2012
Week 8: August 20 and Week 9: August 27, 2012 CONTACT INFORMATION: Coordinator: Mike Rabinowitz: House Phone: Before 5:30. 895-2884 Farm Cell: 6 – 6:30 p.m., 689-7693 THE GOOD NEWS AND THE BAD NEWS! These notes cover two weeks. The … Continue reading
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Larger Bag – Aug. 15, 2012
Packing Slip, Week 7, Larger Bag, August 15, 2012 Basil – 100g either regular or rubin $8.00 Cherry Tomatoes – pint $5.50 Cucumber(s) – either one greenhouse or two outdoor $3.00 Garlic Bulb(s) $1.75 Gooseberries (quart) $8.00 Green Onions (small … Continue reading
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Packing Slip: Smaller Bag – Aug. 13, 2012
Packing Slip, Week 7, Smaller Bag, August 13, 2012 Basil – 50g regular and 50g either Cinnamon, Lemon, Lime, Rubin, or Thai $9.00 Cucumber(s) – either one greenhouse or two outdoor $2.50 Garlic Bulb(s) $1.75 Gooseberries (quart) $8.00 Green Onions … Continue reading
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Gooseberry Recipes
Gooseberry Soup (contributed by Cathy Mackey) Serve ice cold on a hot day or at room temperature in the winter. About a quart of ripe gooseberries (yes, good and pink) just rinsed but no need to top or tail. Bring to … Continue reading
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Larger Bag – Aug. 8, 2012
Packing Slip, Week 6, Larger Bag, August 8, 2012 Basil (50g regular) and (50g either cinnamon, lime, thai, or rubin) $9.00 Cucumber $3.00 Garlic Scapes (two bunches of 3) $2.50 Gooseberries (quart) $8.00 Green Onions (small bunch) $1.50 Lettuce Mix … Continue reading
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Week 6: Part 2 (Larger Bag Additions)
August 8, 2012 Additional Ideas for Wednesday Bags. Pea Shoots, Micro-Mix and Gooseberries! Pea Shoots and Micro-Mix are unique products to the Organic Farm. They are known for their vitamins, especially A and C . Sprinkle pea shoots or micro-mix … Continue reading
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Packing Slip: Smaller Bag – Aug. 6, 2012
Packing Slip, Week 6, Smaller Bag, August 6, 2012 Basil – 50g regular and 50g either Cinnamon, Lemon, Rubin, or Thai $9.00 Garlic Scapes (two bunches of 3) $2.50 Green Onions (small bunch) $1.50 Lettuce Mix (250g) $6.00 Peppers – … Continue reading
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Farm Notes – Aug. 6, 2012
Week 6: August 5, 2012 CONTACT INFORMATION: Coordinator: Mike Rabinowitz: House Phone: Before 5:30. 895-2884 Farm Cell: 6 – 6:30 p.m, 689-7693 WEEK 6 – ALREADY! By now you know the routine and phone numbers. If we don’t hear from … Continue reading
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Larger Bag – July 25, 2012
Week 4, Larger Bag, July 25, 2012 n=36 Basil (50g) $4.50 Braising Mix (Two types of Chinese Cabbage and Chard, 350g) $5.00 Fennel – one small and one large $4.50 Garlic Scapes (two bunches of 3) $2.50 Green Onions (bunch … Continue reading
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Packing Slip: Smaller Bag – July 23, 2012
Packing Slip, Week 4, Smaller Bag, July 23, 2012 Braising Mix (Two types of Chinese Cabbage and Chard 350g) $5.00 Fennel Bulbs – two small $3.00 Garlic Scapes (two bunches of 3) $2.50 Green Onions (bunch of 3) $2.50 Lettuce … Continue reading
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Farm Notes – July 22-29, 2012
Week 4: July 22, 2012/ Week 5: July 29, 2012 The first set of Farm Notes were not finished until late in the week, so these will cover two weeks. I am going to Toronto early Sunday, to attend a … Continue reading
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Larger Bag – July 18, 2012
Week 3, Larger Bag, July 18, 2012 Basil (50g) $4.50 Braising Mix (Beet Greens, Bok Choy, Chinese Cabbage, Radish Greens, and Swiss Chard, 350g) $5.00 Garlic Scapes (bunch of 3) $1.25 Green Onions (bunch of 3) $2.50 Hot pepper(s) $1.00 … Continue reading
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Packing Slip: Small Bag – July 16, 2012
Packing Slip, Week 3, Smaller Bag, July 16, 2012 Basil – 50g $4.50 Braising Mix (Beet Greens, Bok Choy, Chinese Cabbage, Radish Greens, and Swiss Chard, 350g) $5.00 Garlic Scapes (bunch of 3) $1.25 Green Onions (bunch of 3) $2.50 … Continue reading
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Farm Notes – July 16, 2012
Week 3: July 16, 2012 CONTACT INFORMATION: Coordinator: Mike Rabinowitz: House Phone: Before 5:30. 895-2884 Farm Cell: 6 – 6:30 p.m., 689-7693 Mike sent an e-mail reminder to everyone the evening before. The List of veggies that are in the … Continue reading
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Larger Bag – July 11, 2012
Larger Bag – WEEK 2 Braising Mix (Bok Choy, Chinese Cabbage and Swiss Chard, 350g) $5.00 Garlic Scapes (bunch of 3) $1.25 Green Onions (bunch of 3) $2.50 Lettuce Head $2.50 Lettuce Mix (250g) $6.00 Pepper – sweet (first of … Continue reading
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Smaller Bag – July 9, 2012
WEEK 2 – Smaller Bag Braising Mix (Bok Choy, Chinese Cabbage and Swiss Chard, 350g) $5.00 Garlic Scapes (bunch of 3) $1.25 Green Onions (bunch of 3) $2.50 Lettuce Mix (250g) $6.00 Spinach (250g) $3.50 Thyme (bunch) $2.50 Total: $20.75
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Farm Notes – July 9, 2012
WEEK 2 Veggie Coop Notes Veggie Coop Coordinator: Mike Rabinowitz. Drop-off is at 6 p.m. Science Building Parking Lot. If you are running late, because you had to pick up at the Soccer Game of some other important thing, please … Continue reading
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Larger Bag – July 4, 2012
WEEK 1 Basil 25g $2.50 Braising Mix (Lettuce Chinese Cabbage and Swiss Chard, 250g $3.50 Garlic Scapes (bunch of 3) $1.25 Green Onions (bunch of 3) $2.50 Lettuce (green or red bibb) $5.00 Rhubarb (500 g) $2.00 Salad Mix (350g … Continue reading
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Smaller Bag – July 2, 2012
WEEK 1 – Smaller Bag Basil 25g $2.50 Braising Mix (Lettucy Chinese Cabbage and Swiss Chard, 250g) $3.50 Green Onions (bunch of 3) $2.50 Lettuce (green and red bibb) $5.00 Rhubarb (500 g) $2.00 Turnip Greens (750g) $4.50
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Packing Slip: Smaller Bag – July 20, 2012
Packing Slip, Week 5, Smaller Bag, July 30, 2012 (N=32) Braising Mix (Two types of Chinese Cabbage and Chard 350g) $5.00 Garlic Scapes (two bunches of 3) $2.50 Green Onions (small bunch) $1.50 Lettuce Head(s) (two heads if small) $3.00 … Continue reading
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Farm Notes – July 2, 2012
WEEK 1 WHAT HAPPENED TO THE CANVAS VEGGIE COOP BAGS? For the first several years, we had large canvas bags made locally, with the farm logo. Each member purchased two bags at a cost of $20.00 each, at the beginning … Continue reading
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Veggie Coop – 2012 Season
NOTE: The Veggie Coop is Full for the 2012 Season. OVERVIEW: Mike ordered seeds in late fall and January. Our eldest son, Louis, who has worked with us for twenty years started seeding trays in February. The transplants are ready … Continue reading
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2012 Seedling Orders
We are taking seedling orders for 2012. However, our usual web-based order form is temporarily unavailable. The best we can offer for now is: • A downloadable spreadsheet order form. Please download the order form, fill in your order, save … Continue reading
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