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I wanted to take a moment to introduce you to one of the hidden gems of our farm: celery root.

Celery root is an incredibly versatile and nutritious vegetable that often goes unnoticed. With its mild celery flavor and a hint of nuttiness, it can add depth and richness to a variety of dishes. Whether added to soups, roasted, mashed, or used raw in salads, celery root is a fantastic ingredient that can elevate your culinary creations.

Here’s a simple and delicious Chicken Noodle Soup recipe idea to get you started.

We believe that once you try our celery root, you’ll love its unique flavor and versatility. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if you’d like more recipe ideas.

Pick up some celery root at the markets this week!

• Market at the Farm:  Monday – Friday, 8am -6pm & Saturday, 8am – 5pm.
• Muskegon Farmers Market:  Saturday, 8am – 1pm.
• Kalamazoo Winter Market: Saturday, 8am – 1pm.

Thank you for supporting local agriculture!

PS:  Shop at the farmers markets this weekend.  HERE is where you can find us.

I was listening to a podcast this past week and heard a surprising statistic:

The average piece of produce travels over 1,500 miles from farm to grocery store.  That is an average of 7 – 10 days from the farm to the grocery store.

That’s a long journey, and unfortunately, it means losing some of the good stuff along the way. The longer it takes to get to your plate, the more nutrients and flavor get left behind.

At Crisp Country Acres, we’re all about bringing you the freshest and most nutritious produce possible.

When you buy from us, you’re getting produce that’s been harvested at its peak ripeness, bursting with flavor and packed with nutrients.  Plus, buying local means you’re supporting your community.  It’s a good thing all around!

Thank you for choosing Crisp Country Acres. We love being your local farm and are looking forward to another year of providing you with the freshest produce around.

See you soon!

-Lindsey

PS:  Find us at these local farmers markets THIS week!

We are excited to invite you to our holiday farm events!

Live Nativity & Winter Wagon Ride: December 6 & December 13, 5 – 7pm. Experience the joy of Christmas with our Live Nativity scene in the animal barn. Then, hop on a winter wagon ride to the decorated woods.  End the evening with a cup of hot chocolate! This event is free for all to enjoy and is the perfect way to create lasting holiday memories with your loved ones. This is an indoor/outdoor event, please dress warm!

Meet & Greet Santa + Christmas Craft: December 7, 11am – 1pm & December 23, 5 – 7pm. Bring the kids along for a special Meet & Greet with Santa Claus! Capture the moment with photos and let the little ones share their Christmas wishes. After meeting Santa, join us for a fun Christmas craft session where the kids can create a festive keepsake to take home.  This event is free!

These events will take place at the farm.  The farm’s address is 5888 120th Ave, Holland, MI 49424.

See you soon!

It is opening weekend for the winter farmers markets!

Yes, you read that right.

You CAN get local food during the winter months!

Here is our winter market schedule:

• Kalamazoo Winter Market:  936 Lake Street, Kalamazoo.  Open on Saturday’s, 8am – 1pm.
• Muskegon Farmers Market: 242 W. Western Ave, Muskegon.  Open on Saturday’s, 8am – 1pm.
• Market at the Farm:  5888 120th Ave, Holland.  Open Monday – Friday, 8am -6pm & Saturday, 8am – 5pm.

Thank you so much for your support!  We look forward to seeing you soon!

– Lindsey

Customer Appreciation Sale happening at the markets this Saturday, November 23.

Purchase 6 produce baskets, get 1 free!  Just in time to stock up before Thanksgiving.

Here is where you can find us:

• Kalamazoo Farmers Market: 8am – 1pm.
• Muskegon Farmers Market: 8am – 2pm.
• Market at the Farm (5888 120th Ave, Holland): 8am – 5pm.

What will we have available?  Here is a quick list: broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, carrots, potatoes, beets, parsnips, apples, turnips, rutabaga, salad mix, spinach, lettuce, chard, onions, kale, celery, radishes, green onions, leeks, eggs, cranberries & apple cider.

Thank you for your support.  We are so thankful for you!

Can you believe it? Christmas is just 34 days away! As the holiday season quickly approaches, we’re excited to help you create personalized gift bags filled with an assortment of fresh, locally sourced foods from our farm.

Imagine the joy on your loved ones’ faces when they receive a gift bag brimming with:

• Our delicious homemade fudge
• Coffee, Tea or Granola
• Delicious jams and preserves
• Honey and Maple Syrup
• A variety of local meats and cheeses

The options are endless!

Each gift bag is fully customizable, allowing you to select the items that best suit your taste and the preferences of your loved ones. Here’s how it works:

1. Select Your Favorites: Browse our selection and pick your favorite local goodies.
2. Customize Your Bag: Choose a gift bag from the variety of sizes we have available for a small fee.
3. Put Your Bag Together: We would love you help you put the bag together!  Tissue paper will be available.

This holiday season, share the bounty of our farm with your family and friends while supporting local agriculture. Every purchase helps sustain our farm and community, making it a gift that keeps on giving.

We invite you to visit our farm, explore our offerings, and create a gift bag that’s truly special.

Warmest holiday wishes,

Lindsey
PS: Are you a small business owner?  We would love to help you create a gift bag your team will love!  Stop in at the farm or hit reply, let’s come up with a fun gift!

t is definitely feeling more like winter the last few days.  The cloudy skies and cool days are here to stay.  But that does not mean that the fresh produce stops!

The farmers markets are open YEAR ROUND!

Here is the market schedule:

• Kalamazoo Farmers Market: Open 8am – 1pm, November 16 & 23.
• Kalamazoo Winter Market: 8am – 1pm, November 30 – April 26. Address: 936 Lake Street, Kalamazoo
• Muskegon Farmers Market: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday until Thanksgiving.  Open Saturday’s, November 30 – April 26.
• Market at the Farm: Monday – Friday, 8am – 6pm & Saturday, 8am – 5pm.  Farm Address: 5888 120th Ave, Holland.

What are we harvesting right now?  Check out the list below:

Beets, Carrots, Celery, Kale, Lettuce, Onions, Green Onions, Radishes, Potatoes, Salad Mix, Spinach, Swiss Chard, Broccoli, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Brussel Sprouts, Parsnips, Fall Squash, Apples, Leek, Turnips, Rutabaga & Cranberries.

Thank you so much for your support.  We look forward to seeing you soon!

-Lindsey

PS:  The next Princess Day is November 29 at the Farm.  Come on out from 1pm – 3pm.  Meet Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Cinderella & Belle. Rumor has it spiderman will be there too! 🙂

Several years ago, we had a dream: to farm year-round.

Back then, we could only sell produce from May to November. For the remaining four months, we had to find other work to supplement our income, causing significant stress.

Determined to sell produce year-round, we experimented with greenhouse growing.  While some efforts succeeded and others failed, we learned and
expanded our greenhouse production.

This picture was taken our second winter of greenhouse production.

We knew how cold storage worked and had small coolers, but we needed to expand our cold storage capacity.  We worked on adding larger coolers and equipment to store the root vegetables.

It first started with a few restaurant deliveries.  Then a winter market opened, and we started a CSA program.  It took several years, but we achieved our goal!

Today, we have a year-round income, not just for us but for the majority of our team as well.

We now attend two winter farmers markets and have the Market at the Farm open year-round. We offer a summer and winter CSA. Area restaurants and businesses get deliveries from the farm three days a week.

This success is because of YOU! 

Your support week after week. You helped us spread the word and told your friends and family that local food is available year-round.

This picture was taken at the farm December, 2013. You can see how much the farm has grown since then!

As we approach the anniversary of that first restaurant delivery, we reflect on our journey and feel immense gratitude.  We are incredibly thankful to do what we love and provide year-round stability for ourselves and our team.

So, what is the one thing we want you to know?

We want you to know that we deeply appreciate your support and the positive difference you make to our farm and family every single week.

Looking forward to another great winter of growing!

I get the most requests for this recipe this time of year.

It’s Nantucket Pie!

It features local cranberries that you can pick up at the market.

Here is the recipe:

2 1/2 cup cranberries in the bottom of a buttered deep pie dish.
Sprinkle 1/2 cup sugar over the berries.

Beat Together;
3/4 cup melted butter
1 cup sugar
1 cup flour
2 beaten eggs
1 tsp vanilla

Pour butter, sugar flour, eggs and vanilla over cranberries and bake for 30 – 40 minutes at 375 degrees.

Our Thanksgiving boxes this year includes fresh cranberries! We are offering 3 sizes of boxes to meet your needs. The Thanksgiving box is a great way to save some money and incorporate all kinds of local food into your Thanksgiving meals. Learn more HERE. Orders are due by November 20.

Let us know what you think of the Nantucket Pie! 🙂