<?xml version='1.0' encoding='iso-8859-1' ?><rss version='2.0'><channel><title><![CDATA[Burning River Farm ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Local*Sustainable*Agriculture]]></description><link>http://www.burningriverfarm.com</link><language>en-us</language><docs>http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss</docs><copyright>Copyright 2012Burning River Farm </copyright><item><title><![CDATA[CSA Membership]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">We strive each year to create a great CSA experience for our members.&nbsp; We work to have a good selection through the summer and a provide a value for members.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.burningriverfarm.com/members">Click here for member sign up.</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Here are our current prices and drop sites for 2012.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="fontSize4"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>2012 Full Share</strong></span></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">All&nbsp; the veggie goods that the farm grows. A full share is 18 weeks of delivery through the summer.&nbsp; The full share comes in a 3/4 bushel produce box.&nbsp; It is a good option for 2 veggie loving adults or a family of 4.&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Delivery options and prices </strong></span>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Delivery to a drop site or location hosting 5+ shares.&nbsp; $585 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>
<p>Delivery to a location hosting 2-4 shares.&nbsp;&nbsp; $635&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>Delivered of one share to your home or work (returning members only). $685.00&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="fontSize4"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>2012 Single Shares</strong></span></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Same variety as a full share, only smaller quantity.&nbsp; A single share is 18 weeks of delivery through the summer.&nbsp; The single share comes in a 5/9th bushel produce box. It is a good option for 1 veggie loving adult or 2-3 moderate veggie eaters.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Delivery options and prices</strong></span></p>
<p>Delivery to a drop site or location hosting 5+ shares.&nbsp;&nbsp; $510 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>
<p>Delivery to a location hosting 2-4 shares. &nbsp; $560 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>Delivery of one share to your home or work. (returning members only). &nbsp; $610</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="fontSize4"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">NEW FOR 2012.&nbsp; Mini "Greens" Share</span></strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">A Mini "Greens" Share runs for 18 weeks and is delivered in a 1/3 bushel box.&nbsp; This share is ideal for members who want a fresh farm supplimental, but still&nbsp; looking to purchase some items from the store and farmers market.&nbsp; A Mini Share will have less variety (3-5 items per week as opposed to 6-12) than the Full and Single but contain items that can be easily intigrated into your meals.&nbsp; It will be heavy on greens that you can use in salads and easy cooking.</p>
<p>Drop site only- $350</p>
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<p><span class="fontSize4"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Drop Sites:</strong></span></span></p>
<p>Not all drop sites may be posted.&nbsp; If you do not see a location that works for you, please inquire -OR- get the neighborhood together and create your own!</p>
<p>___<a href="http://www.cafewren.com" target="_blank">Cafe Wren</a> 2596 State Road 35 Luck, WI</p>
<p>___Fine Aces Market 102 N Washington St. St. Croix Falls WI</p>
<p>___<a href="http://www.rivermarket.coop/" target="_blank">River Market Coop </a>221 N. Main St. Stillwater MN <strong>(DT Stillwater)</strong></p>
<p>___<a href="http://www.crocushillacupuncture.com/" target="_blank">Crocus Hill Oriental Medicine</a> 1032 Grand Ave. St. Paul<br /><br />___Dillon Residence 1559 Chelsea St. St. Paul <strong>(near the Fairgrounds)</strong><br /><br />___<a href="http://www.eastsidefood.coop" target="_blank">Eastside Coop</a> 2551 Central Ave NE Minneapolis <strong>(NE MPLS)</strong></p>
<p>___<a href="http://www.taonaturalfoods.com/">Tao Natural Foods</a> 2200 Hennepins Ave Minneapolis <strong>(Uptown)</strong></p>
<p>___<a href="http://www.facebook.com/CafeSouthside">Cafe Southside</a> 3405 Chicago Ave S Minneapolis <strong>(Powderhorn)</strong></p>
<p>___Dvorak Residence 229 7th St. SE <strong>(NE Mpls near Downtown)</strong></p>
<p>___Zappa Residence 5804 Garden Ave. Edina MN <strong>(NW corner of 100 and 62)</strong></p>
<p><strong>___</strong><a href="http://www.mishmashstudios.com">Mish Mash Studios</a> 4504B Valley View Rd. Edina MN <strong>(NE corner of 100 and 62)<br /></strong></p>
<p>___Kuzel-Leslie Residence 4431 Dupont Ave S. Minneapolis <strong>(near Lake Harriet S. MPLS)</strong></p>
<p>___Logsdon Residence 253 Queen Ave S Minneapolis MN <strong>(Bryn Mawr)</strong></p>
<p>___<a href="http://www.localdlish.com" target="_blank">Local D'lish</a> 208 N. 1st St. Minneapolis <strong>(Warehouse District/Downtown)</strong></p>
<p><strong>___</strong>Guddal Residence 7031 W 24th St. St. Louis Park, MN<strong></strong></p>
<p><strong>___</strong>St. Anthony Community Center 3301 Silver Lake Rd. St. Anthony, MN&nbsp; <strong><br /></strong></p>
<p><strong><br /></strong></p>]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.burningriverfarm.com/content/291]]></link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 22:00:38 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our farming friends...]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>These are links to farming friends and interesting folks.</p>
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<p><a href="http://millcityfarmersmarket.org/">Mill City Farmers Market</a></p>
<p>Burning River Farm has been at MCFM for going on 7 seasons.&nbsp; A wonderful market in the heart of Minneapolis.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.lovetreefarmstead.com/home.htm">Lovetree Farmstead Cheese</a></p>
<p>Our friends Mary and Dave over at Lovetree have been milking sheep and making award winning cave aged cheese since 1986. For a true eating experience, check out their<a href="http://www.lovetreefarmstead.com/pizza.htm"> Pizza by the Pond</a>.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.thrivefarmers.com/">Thrive Farmers</a></p>
<p>Thrive Farmers markets for coffee farmers in Costa Rica and Honduras, obtaining a price for their farmers that is 5-10 times that of Fair Trade.&nbsp; Check out their website to learn more.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.landstewardshipproject.org/">Land Stewardship Project</a></p>
<p>Non-profit advocates for real food and truely sustainable farms in the Midwest.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.emergencyfoodshelf.org/OurFamilyOfPrograms/HarvestForTheHungry/OverviewAndAccomplishments.aspx">Emergency Food Shelf Network's Harvest for the Hungry</a></p>
<p>This program of The Emergency Food Shelf Network takes donations for the purchase of produce from local CSA farms for area food shelve and those most in need of nutritious. local food.</p>]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.burningriverfarm.com/content/14058]]></link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Mar 2012 19:29:10 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[What our members say...]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Feedback for our 2011 shares (and previous years for that matter) was overwhelmingly positive.&nbsp; Here are just a few comments from our end of the year surveys.</p>
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<p>"Everything was so clean and beautifully packed."</p>
<p>"Everything was excellent tasting, clean and fresh...absolutely wonderful."</p>
<p>"Very good, never disappointed"</p>
<p>"Best eggs I've ever had" (we offer limited egg shares)</p>
<p>"The newsletters are informative and funny-love the recipes and photos. We really like the variety and types of produce offered."</p>
<p>"I LOVE the CSA. It's like Christmas every week."</p>
<p>"Unbelievably good fresh produce.&nbsp; Excellent tasting salad greens and broccoli."</p>
<p>"We wish it were year round."</p>
<p>"Rough growing season, overall very good though."</p>]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.burningriverfarm.com/content/14056]]></link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 20:14:27 -0600</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[What We Grow]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div><span style="font-family: georgia,palatino; font-size: small;"><span class="fontSize4"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What will we be growing for 2012?</strong></span></span><br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Spring</strong></span><br />Head lettuce(various types), spinach, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, spring salad greens, arugula, broccoli raab, sugar snap peas, baby carrots, beets, radishes, salad turnips, baby kales, swiss chard, kohlrabi, scallions, sprouts, and herbs.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Summer</strong></span><br />Tomatoes, cucumbers, summer squash(straight necks, zucchini, etc) peppers(bells, sweet reds, hot) sweet corn, eggplant, carrots, beets, kale, swiss chard, greens, onions, green beans, garlic scapes, watermelons, basil and herbs.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Autumn</strong></span><br />Winter Squash, summer squash, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, carrots, beets, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, pie pumpkins, potatoes, sweet potatoes, garlic, onions, arugula, broccoli raab, salad mix, radishes, turnips, beets, carrots, green beans, spinach, kale. rutabagas, brussel sprouts, edamame and herbs. </span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia,palatino; font-size: small;">We also try to have strawberries in the spring and apples in the fall.&nbsp; These can both be difficult crops, but we do our best to have them!<br /></span></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.burningriverfarm.com/content/263]]></link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Feb 2012 14:39:17 -0600</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Work on the Farm]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Postions are Available for the 2012 Season!&nbsp; All postions pay an hourly wage.<br /></span></p>
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<p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Core Crew ---3 openings<br /></span></strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The Core Crew team is the backbone of the farm.&nbsp; This postion is ideal for individuals who are interested in farming and not afraid of hard work.&nbsp; These positions are the day in and day out of the farm.&nbsp; Responsibilities include but are not limited to: greenhouse production, transplanting, tillage, cultivation, weeding and harvest (lots or weeding and harvest!!) and cleaning and packing produce for a 200+ member CSA and farmers market(s).&nbsp; Other responsibilities <em>may</em> include delivery driving, customer service at farmers market, building projects, etc.&nbsp; <strong></strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; This position runs April 10th-Oct. 26th for 2012.&nbsp; The work week is Tuesday-Saturday, 7am-4pm.&nbsp; Compensation includes a&nbsp; starting wage of $8/hour starting and available farm produce.&nbsp; Affordable housing will be available off farm.</p>
<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Applicants must be able to complete physical tasks through the work week, have a positive attitude and a desire to work efficiently.&nbsp; Applicants must also be punctual, responsible and respectful of persons and property. For a full job description, please <a href="http://www.burningriverfarm.com/contact">contact the farm.</a></p>
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<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Part Time Openings</strong></span></p>
<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Part time openings are available for the season from May 15th-Sept 29th, 2012.&nbsp; Assisting the farmer and crew with planting, weeding, harvesting and crop care for 2-3 days per week.&nbsp; Compensation is $7.25/hr starting and available farm produce.&nbsp; Basic housing <em>may</em> be available during scheduled work days.&nbsp; <a href="http://www.burningriverfarm.com/contact">Contact the farm</a> to inquire about opening.</p>
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<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Market Assistant</span></strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Help is needed during the summer at the Mill City Farmers Market.&nbsp; Market Assistants must have excellent customer service abilities as well as the ability to inform and communicate clearly, add and make change quickly and accurately, and be puntual.&nbsp; Compensation is $7.25/hr plus available produce. <a href="http://www.burningriverfarm.com/contact">Contact the farm</a> for more information.</p>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.burningriverfarm.com/content/1897]]></link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 13:40:55 -0600</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mill City Farmers Market]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Located in Downtown Minneapolis in and around the trainshed of the historic Gold Medal Flour mill, the market is open Saturdays from 8am-1pm from May-October.&nbsp; For more information, <a href="http://www.millcityfarmersmarket.org">click here</a>.&nbsp; Sign up for our <a href="http://www.burningriverfarm.com/mailinglist">mailing list</a> and receive updates on what we will have at the market each week.</p>]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.burningriverfarm.com/content/12762]]></link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Nov 2011 11:59:07 -0600</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
