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Memories & Growing: A Family Farm Story
The family settled on this piece of land after the civil war. It is thought that Bartelt VanderZwaag used the money he made from fighting in the Civil War to purchase the land on 120th Ave, just down the hill in Crisp, Michigan
This is the second barn, as the first one burned down. Do you recognize it? It is still there today! Next time you are at the farm look at the peak of the barn, you can see the year 1899 carved into it. This barn has seen alot of changes over the years. Now it holds our coolers and cold storage.
Since immigrating here from the Netherlands in the 1850’s the family has been farming! They raised hay, wheat, corn, soy beans, pickles, beef, pork and it was even a dairy for a while.
Today, we are still farming the same fields that our ancestors did almost 150 years ago. I often look at the pear tree that is on the side of the field. Wondering how many generations ago that it was planted. Wondering how many of our family rested under that tree, enjoying the tasty fruit. We will forever be grateful for the generations that worked so hard for this farm.
🌟 Join Our Elite CSA Members This Summer! 🌟
🌟 Join Our Elite CSA Members This Summer! 🌟 Want to be part of our CSA and pay upfront for the entire season? Here’s your chance! Sign up early to become one of our elite members! Early sign-ups will receive a gift card in the mail to use at any of the markets ($40 gift card for weekly shares & $20 gift card for bi-weekly shares). Plus, enjoy special discounts and surprises throughout the summer season. 🎁💌 2025 Summer Sign Up Form
By supporting local agriculture, you’ll enjoy the freshest, in-season produce by joining our Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. Receive a diverse assortment of our farm’s finest vegetables and fruits, straight from our fields to your table, throughout the growing season. The summer CSA program will be 26 weeks – running the week of May 4 – the week of October 27, 2025. How It Works:
- Complete and Submit the 2025 Summer Sign Up Form: Fill out the form and mail it along with your check to: 12251 Tyler Street, Holland, MI 49424. Alternatively, you can drop off the form and payment at the farm: 5888 120th Ave, Holland.
- Check Your Email: You’ll receive a confirmation email from our CSA software, CSAware. 💌
Note: This offer is exclusive for members paying for the full summer upfront with cash or check. If you prefer to pay weekly with a credit card, no worries! We’ll roll out those signups soon and notify you via email. 📧
The deadline for this offer is February 8, 2025. The regular CSA sign up will begin the following week.
Looking forward to a summer filled with delicious fruits & veggies!🍓🍅🥦
Snow Day Coloring Pages
Inside the Greenhouse: Beating the Winter Chill
This beautiful red lettuce is used in our salad mix.
Radishes growing in the greenhouse.
Check out these tomatoes! They are the first group we have growing in the greenhouse.
Now harvesting fresh celery & green onions from the greenhouse!
These are the frist
Give this root vegetable recipe a try!
We are deep in the middle of root vegetable season, and I wanted to share a simple and delicious recipe you can try with our current harvest.
Welcome to the club!
Happy New Year! The holidays were great, we enjoyed a couple of slower weeks, but I am looking forward to getting back to a normal schedule and knowing what day it is. 🙂
I wanted to send out a message and let you know that our Market Club is open to new members!
Imagine having access to the freshest, locally-sourced produce and enjoying exclusive savings—all while supporting your community. By joining our Market Club, this is exactly what you’ll experience. Join now!
Here’s how our Market Club benefits you:
- Farm-Fresh Produce: You are able to use your Market Card on all of the products we have available.
- Convenience at Its Best: Shop at your convenience using your Market Club card at the Market at the Farm, Muskegon Farmers Market, Kalamazoo Farmers Market, and Kalamazoo Winter Market.
- Exclusive Savings: You will receive 5% added to your card—just our way of saying thank you for your loyalty. So, if you purchase a $400 card, you will receive a card with $420.
Seasonal Updates: Stay informed with monthly emails detailing what’s in season and featuring delicious, farm-to-table recipes to inspire your cooking.
There are 3 size to choose from:
- $600
- $400
- $200
Don’t forget, 5% of your purchase price will be added to your card! The card will never expire.
How It Works for You:
- Join the Club: Sign up effortlessly on our website.
- Get Your Card: Your Market Club card will arrive within a week, ready for you to start shopping.
- Enjoy the Best: Use your card at any of our locations to purchase the finest farm-fresh products.
- Reap the Benefits: Take home delicious, healthy food and enjoy the peace of mind that comes from knowing exactly where your food comes from.
Sign Up Today: Take the next step towards a healthier, more delicious lifestyle. Visit our website to learn more and join the Market Club today!
What is my farmer’s least favorite thing to do?
Sitting behind a desk! (Well, that and going to the grocery store, but that’s a story for another day!)
He would so much rather be working in the field, taking care of the crops or fixing equipment. But this time of year, time in the office is needed.
Each seed variety has a unique name. Some of my favorites this season are Jwingma Cabbage, Box Fish Spinach, and Sparkle Cherry Tomatoes. Then there are names like SV2146VB Spinach, which make me wonder how they come up with these names!
Anyway, I hope that you enjoyed this behind the scenes look at ordering seed. It’s a pretty big deal around here. And my farmer is VERY thankful to have it done so he can move on to more fun winter projects. 🙂

Avoid the busy lines, shop at the farm!
As the holiday season gets busier, we’d like to offer you a stress-free alternative: Shop at the Market at the Farm!
Kathy has created great gift ideas, ready for you to pick up. You can also choose some of your favorites, and she’ll gladly arrange and wrap them up for you.
Here’s what you’ll find at our farm:
- A variety of fresh veggies
- Apples & frozen fruit
- Milk, cheese, butter, ice cream, & egg nog
- Soups
- Take & bake pizzas
- Quiche
- Beef, pork, chicken, & fish
- Beef jerky, summer sausage, & meat sticks
- Bread, cinnamon rolls, & muffins
- Canned Goods
- Pies
- Granola
- Chips & soda
- Raw honey
- Maple syrup
- Pasta & pasta sauce
- Coffee & tea
- Kettle corn & cotton candy
- Homemade fudge
Our hours this week are:
- Monday: 8am – 7pm
- Tuesday: 8am – 4:30pm
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: 8am – 6pm
- Friday: 8am – 6pm
- Saturday: 8am – 5pm
And don’t miss out on a special visit from Santa on Monday, from 5 – 7pm! Come to the farm to meet Santa, make Christmas ornaments, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate, and visit the animals in our beautifully decorated barn.
Thank you for your continued support this year. We can’t wait to see you at the farm!
Merry Christmas!
Celery Root
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.