2021 Farm Update
We are scaling back our farming operations for 2021, growing a reduced number of crops on a reduced acreage. This is because some big farm/life changes are afoot, and because 2020 was a challenging year that took its toll on us personally. In 2021 we'll be striving for a greater work/life balance, and more fun in our day to day! Farming is challenging work, and so enjoyment in what we do is paramount to us if we are to continue farming long into the future.
However, we're still growing food this year! Read on to learn what we're growing and how you can get it....
What We're Growing in 2021
We will be focusing on growing primarily storage crops this season, which we found there was a high demand for in 2020. Our main crops will be the following:
Where We're Selling in 2021
Because of our reduced number of crops, with a focus on storage crops, we won't be running our CSA Harvest Share Program, our online store, or attending farmers markets. We will be selling what we grow in the following ways:
We are scaling back our farming operations for 2021, growing a reduced number of crops on a reduced acreage. This is because some big farm/life changes are afoot, and because 2020 was a challenging year that took its toll on us personally. In 2021 we'll be striving for a greater work/life balance, and more fun in our day to day! Farming is challenging work, and so enjoyment in what we do is paramount to us if we are to continue farming long into the future.
However, we're still growing food this year! Read on to learn what we're growing and how you can get it....
What We're Growing in 2021
We will be focusing on growing primarily storage crops this season, which we found there was a high demand for in 2020. Our main crops will be the following:
- Winter squash, mixed varieties
- Potatoes
- Carrots
- Beets
- Onions
- Shallots
- Smaller amounts of other crops such as melons, tomatoes, cabbage, broccoli, etc, which may still be available for purchase 1-2 times per season
Where We're Selling in 2021
Because of our reduced number of crops, with a focus on storage crops, we won't be running our CSA Harvest Share Program, our online store, or attending farmers markets. We will be selling what we grow in the following ways:
- Through the Sea Bluff Farmstand, located at 565 Wootton Rd in Metchosin, BC
- By advertising when bulk amounts are available for purchase through our Instagram and Facebook pages
- By emailing our mailing list if bulk amounts are still available after utilising the above channels (sign up for our mailing list is on our "Contact" page)
Farmer's Markets
We will not be attending any farmer's markets in the 2021 season, however fellow mixed vegetable farmers at Lohbrunner Community Farm, Vitality Farm, will be attending the Metchosin and/or Goldstream Farmers Markets.
Wholesale Customers
Over the years we have proudly sold our produce to the following excellent local businesses who have a commitment to supporting ethical local producers whenever possible:
Indecent Risotto Food Truck - one of the tastiest food trucks around - keep an eye out for their various locations
Red Barn Market, Latoria Walk - locally owned grocery store carrying many high quality, local products
Canoe Brewpub - upscale brewpub with a great patio serving in-house brewed beer and tasty local eats
Wild Mountain - seasonal eating from the onions on up - excellent West Coast fine dining in Sooke
Olo - West Coast inspired fine dining located in the heart of Victoria's Chinatown
Fry's Bakery - high quality, organic, wood fired bakery, serving sourdough breads, pastries and pizza
Royal Colwood Golf Course - offering local-inspired fine dining to club members and their guests
Road to Sooke Cafe - high quality baked goods and lunches located in the Prestige Hotel, Sooke
Ravenous Cafe - open to the public by appointment, and run by the Royal Bay High School's Culinary Program
Are you a restaurant or grocery store interested in getting produce from us? If so please email sweetacresorganicfarm@gmail.com to begin receiving our fresh list!