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Riverton IL Farmers Market - July 17th, 2022

Riverton Illinois Farmers Market   -   Jul 13, 2022 - By John_11

Hi there! We now have 27  vendors that are waiting to serve you at our third Farmers Market on Sunday, July 17th, 11am - 2pm, at the Knights of Columbus Marian Hall parking lot, 335 South 4th Street, Riverton, IL. The number of vendors has doubled...

Saturday, June 25, 2022. Opening day

Jamison U-Pick Cherries   -   Jun 25, 2022 - By James_3

Today is the kickoff.  It has been 81 days since we recorded full bloom vs our long-term average of 65 days.  The weather is perfect and we expect to be very busy.  Please be patient.  Because of staff limitations and the added effort...

Wednesday, June 22, 2022

Jamison U-Pick Cherries   -   Jun 22, 2022 - By James_3

We will open for cherry sales at 9:00 AM on Saturday, June 25th   Hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.  Bings/vans $1.75/lb, Rainiers $2.00. Note:  Parking here is tight so please help us by doing what you can to limit the number of...

Friday, June 17, 2022

Jamison U-Pick Cherries   -   Jun 17, 2022 - By James_3

Our earliest opening date will be about June 24th or 25th.  We will set a firm date and post it here two days in advance of the opening.  Warmer days and clear skies are what we need!

Rain, again.

Jamison U-Pick Cherries   -   Jun 13, 2022 - By James_3

Monday, June13, 2022.  After 19 hours and an accumulation of 0.65 inches the dribbling rain has finally stopped.  There is a little additional splitting but only about 5 - 10% of the cherries appear to be affected.  We still expect to open...

Bulk Buckwheat Honey – Where to Buy Wholesal...

Mohawk Valley Trading Company - Honey - Maple Syrup - Beeswax Candles   -   Jun 11, 2022 - By Betty_1

If you use a lot of buckwheat honey, to get the best price and save on shipping, start looking locally first. Type the words “Wholesale Buckwheat Honey Near Me “, “ Bulk Buckwheat Honey Near Me ” or any similar keywords into the search box of your favorite...

Ripening Update -- Rain

Jamison U-Pick Cherries   -   Jun 11, 2022 - By James_3

First the bad news:  We recorded a solid half inch of rain overnight that wetted the fruit thoroughly.  There will be some splitting.  The wind has helped dry things out this morning, but more rain is possible over the next few days.  ...

2022 Cherry Season is Late

Jamison U-Pick Cherries   -   Jun 09, 2022 - By James_3

We expect to open for cherry sales sometime between June 20th and 25.  The cool weather during pollination and throughout April and May is to blame.  Check here or call Jim after June 18th for a schedule update.

Baby Goats Have a New Home!

Shepherd Valley Farm   -   May 18, 2022 - By Phil_1

Two of our 4 baby Pygmy goatling wethers have been happily rehomed right in our hometown of Kempton! They are providing companionship to this retired horse, living on Rae & Jim’s beautiful farm. It’s always a bitter-sweet thing to send our playful babies...

Crop Types We Grow @ Can Sow Grow

Can Sow Grow   -   Apr 21, 2022 - By Grandanny

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