Fresh Market Availability
From April through December, Delaware produces a bountiful amount of fresh fruits and vegetables, honey, cut flowers, and evergreens. Our seasonality offers distinct flavors, colors, and variety that appeal to all. As a consumer, you want the best for yourself and your family. Knowing that the fresh produce you purchased has had the minimum amount […]
Cutting Leeks
Don’t be intimated; leeks are a wonderful alternative to onions and easier to clean and cut than you think. Follow these five steps for the perfect leek experience. Chop off the base (roots) Chop off the flag (green leaves) Cut the remaining leek in half lengthwise Cut half-moon sections Place in a bowl of water […]
Soup Month is Here!
Did you know January is National Soup Month? That’s right, and we have lots of unique soup recipes to share. Start your soup journey with our Kale and Sausage Soup recipe. It won’t disappoint. Cauliflower Soup An adventurous cook looking for a new recipe will want to give cauliflower soup a try. Asparagus Soup A […]
Cooking with Kids
Cooking with your child can educate and empower them to make healthy choices with fresh local ingredients. We have a few tips to keep cooking with children low stress and safe: 1. Bring out a step stool. Help them get involved with a safe full view of the kitchen counter. 2. Dress for a mess. […]
Dessert Inspiration
Life is better with dessert. Its true carbohydrates help the brain and body produce chemicals like serotonin which help with overall well-being. We wouldn’t recommend having them every day, but when you need something sweet, we have recipes that include fresh fruit and loads of goodness. Try theses recipes today – Strawberry Tart Old Fashion […]
Support Local Farmers and Agribusinesses
Life changed drastically for all of us but one thing remains constant, farmers are still farming. The Delaware agricultural community is working hard to provide goods in unique and safe new ways, continuing the farm family legacy of our great state. Now is the time to purchase local and support our agriculture community. Use our […]
What’s your style…curly, wavy, or flat?
Until it came into favor a few years ago, kale probably was not something you thought of eating. Your only interaction might have been the pretty green garnish the chef put on your plate. Due to all the health crazes, kale has become one of today’s most popular green vegetables. Consumers can purchase kale at […]
Have Fun with Asparagus Etiquette
Move over chicken nuggets because there is another finger food in town! Asparagus. Sitting politely in the very formal etiquette school that the Delaware FFA State Officers attend, I had my fork in my left hand and my knife in my right cutting my asparagus into bite size pieces. When I was done, I found […]
Buying locally supports family farms
Buying locally produced agricultural products has gained substantial interest in recent years. For consumers, the benefits of buying local are an increased consciousness in healthier living, a desire to be more engaged in the community and sustain the local economy, and the reward of knowing they are purchasing the highest quality and freshness. So […]