On the farm there is a plethora of vegetables to harvest. Salad mix, radishes, kale in the morning, zucchini and corn in the afternoon always makes for a full day. By now I’ve been harvesting quite a few crops and I have enjoyed some more than others but they all hold a dear spot in my heart. In the salad mix there is mizuna, a bright green and subtle tasting salad leaf, which I have the joy of harvesting. Each new patch I cut is crisp and enjoyable. I have a fondness for its pointy leaves and its tenderness in the morning. This plant is a breeze to cut and looks beautiful in the mix! The most interesting vegetable I like to harvest is celery! From the smell, taste and technique, I enjoy each and every step. It’s simple really, to harvest celery, all that is needed to be done is to cut it from its roots, wash it and pack it! Quick and easy is one if this crops specialties! Another crop I enjoy is beets! They have such a beautiful dark red color and bright green leaves, it is truly a sight to behold in the morning. As I pluck them from the soil I tenderly remove the greens and examine their beauty. Hearty and beautiful beets are a great addition to any CSA box. Last but not least, tomatoes! My absolute favorite vegetable to eat and soon to be harvested! Its fragrance is like none other, smells perfectly of itself and when they are ready, they jump right into your hands! Bright oranges, yellows and reds show the varieties wonderfully and make it a tasty treat both for the eyes and taste buds. Granted this is only a small part of what all is harvested, these crops have helped make my Horton Road experience that much more special!
Heather is from California and moved to Oregon to experience the life of a farmer. She is enjoying apprenticing at Horton Road Organics and getting her hands dirty and full of vegetables! During her down time she likes to hang out with her cat or ride her horse. She’s excited to see what other opportunities come her way this year!