Anderson Orchard   I’ll have pollen-free sunflowers, gladiolus, fig plants, papaya plants, tomatoes and zinnias.

Blossom Acres Produce  I will have naturally grown beans, candy onions, heirloom tomatoes (incluing the excellent, low acid Aunt Sarah variety), peppers and zucchini.

Bridgman Farm I’ll have delicious cherry tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes, eggplant, cucumbers, onions, peppers and squash.

Ehmann & Sons Greenhouse  Annuals, perennials, hanging baskets and radishes.

Honeyrun Farm  This week we will have black locust honey and summer and fall honey stix.

K & R Garden Fresh Produce We will be bringing basil, cucumbers, eggplant, flowers,  Malabar spinach, okra, onions, hot and sweet peppers and squash.

Oakvale Farmstead Cheese We will be bringing our family’s Farmstead Gouda washed in Barley’s Russian Stout. 

Ohio Farm Direct  We’ll be bringing our whole milk cheeses including cheddar, mozzarella, baby swiss, pepper jack, garlic and herb, tomato basil pinenut and lemon zest. Plus, blueberry and strawberry drinkable yogurt and soft serve vanilla ice cream.

Oink Moo Cluck Farms  We will be bringing our beef, pork and chicken.

Persinger Farm This week I will have beets, broccoli, cabbage, greens, okra, onions, peppers, radishes, seedless watermelon,.tomatoes, zucchini and green beans.

Quiver Full Farm  We plan to bring blackberries, heirloom tomatoes, popcorn, potatoes, granola, pancake mix, honey, whole wheat flour,  farm fresh eggs, cornmeal and maybe some pears.

Rhoads Farm Market We’ll be bringing CANTALOUPE!, blackberries, peaches, sweet corn, tomatoes, green beans, eggplant, watermelon, zucchini and peppers. You are invited to visit www.rhoadsfarminc.com and place any advance orders.

Rock Dove Farm  We should have herbs, radishes and salad.

Shady Brook Farm We will have cantaloupe, tomatoes, watermelons and baked goods.

Somerset Greenhouse  I will have fresh herbs including basil, cherry tomato mix, heirloom tomatoes, three types of cucumbers, rockin’ garlic and squash. 

Summer Thyme Farm  This Saturday we will be bringing a selection of fresh herbs including cut basil, echinacea, succulents, planters and coreopsis.

Thomas Family Orchard We will have peaches, seedless grapes and apples including Gingergold, Tydeman, Red and Paula Red.

Toad Hill Farm   I will have lettuce mix, head lettuce, chard, cucumbers, miniature white cucumbers, patty pan squash, summer squash, zucchini, parsley, basil and five varieties of eggplant.

Toby Run Growers  Oyster and Shiitake mushrooms.

Wayward Seed Farm We’ll have beets, herbs, onions, peppers and tomatoes.

Artisan Sunday

Columbus’ creative class of artisans and crafters converges on the farmers’ market on the first and third Sundays from May through October peddling their handmade wares on the plaza from 12-5 p.m.  Sunday, August 21: music by Miss Molly from 12-2PM and music by Paul Painter and Mandy Dye from 2-4PM. 

Featured Farm

Rhoads Farm Market*
Brent & Kathy Rhoads
740-474-2028
www.rhoadsfarmmarket.com

How long have you been farming?
Brent has been farming and selling vegtables for over 50 years. He paid for his entire college education selling sweet corn.

How long have you been coming to North Market?
Since it was at the Quonset hut.

What are your signature crops?
We specialize in small fruits and vegetables. Berries, sweetcorn, melons, peaches, cherries, and many other miscellaneous crops.

What is important to you about selling your items at the North Market?
Selling at the farmers markets entitles us to other outlets for our produce. Growing and retailing is our sole livelihood and we support ourselves plus 3 sibling families through our efforts. We feel the urban customers appreciate our locating our markets in their neighborhoods.

How did you become a farmer?
Brent started at age 9 selling corn at the end of the driveway with his grandfather and mother. In 1958 Rhoads Farm Market was established on the corner lot.

Do you have any special farming practices?
Rhoads Farm Market is G.A.P. certified for food safety and audited for safe farming practices.

*See the end of this post for the recipe for Corn & Tomato Salad with Creamy Cilantro Dressing that will be sampled by Amy Bodiker of Edible Columbus this Satuday, June 26 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Rhoads Farm Market stand.

Participating farms on Saturday, June 26
Anderson Orchard

Beech Meadow Farm 1) Young “Buckeye” Roosters: we’ve just harvested a small group of purebred “Buckeye” roosters that were about 15 weeks old. These birds have long legs, bright yellow skin and are single breasted. They weigh between 2.5-3.0 lbs each and are selling for $5.00/lb. Need to make an excellent stock or slow cooked dish? These will provide unparalleled flavor. Also perfect for ethnic dishes requiring more traditionally available native chicken!

2) Fresh Harvest of Pastured Poultry: the second 2010 harvest of Beech Meadow Farm “Grass Finished” chicken is here so recently out-of-stock items (e.g. boneless and split breasts) are be back. Stock up on this delicious chicken while supplies last.

Blossom Acre’s Produce

Bridgman Farm I will be bringing tomatoes, swiss chard, peas, beets, onions and basil.

Combs Fresh Herbs We will have fresh lavender, arugula, Swiss chard, red currants, fresh herbs, sugar snap and snow peas.

Ehmann & Sons Greenhouse Hanging baskets and assorted annuals and perennials.

Elizabeth Telling Farm This week it looks like I’ll have broccoli, summer squash, maybe some new potatoes, and lettuce to sell (no green beans boo).

Folck Family Farm

Honeyrun Farm This week we will have our usual Pure Raw Honey, Black Locust Honey, and Fall Honey. We are also offering a special discount on our Infused Honey when you buy two jars.

K & R Garden Fresh Produce

Oakvale Farmstead Cheese We will be bringing our family’s Farmstead Gouda.

Ohio Farm Direct Whole milk cheeses including cheddar, mozzarella, baby swiss, pepper jack, garlic and herb, tomato basil pinenut and lemon zest. The beef is always trail bologna, summer sausage, and beef sticks. What makes them stand out is the wonderful nutrition and taste that comes from the 100 percent grassfed cows.

The Orchard of Bill & Vicky Thomas We will have the first blueberries of the season and Lodi apples.

Persinger Farm

Rhoads Farm Market Sweetcorn and peaches, first of the season! Red raspberries, green beans. squash, onions, pickles, and more. rhoadsfm@bright.net for advance orders.

Shady Brook Farm We will be bringing broccoli, cabbage, garlic, zucchini and baked goods.

Somerset Greenhouse

Summer Thyme Farm This Saturday we will have: zinnias, dahlias, ornamental peppers, black eyed susan vine, mandevilla vine, succulents and herbs.

Toad Hill Farm I’ll have four types of cucumbers, lettuce, kale and eggs.

Toby Run Growers I will continue to have Shiitake and Oyster mushrooms.

The Wayward Seed Farm We’re almost un-swamped, almost weeded, but not going to have anything for sale. Mayyyyybe swiss chard, maybe.

Wishwell Farms Produce We will have broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, zucchini, yellow squash, cucumbers, tomatoes, grape tomatoes, sugar snap peas and home made sweet pepper relish.

EDIBLE COLUMBUS & RHOADS FARM WELCOME SUMMER
Cooking Demo at North Market
Demo and Recipe by Amy Bodiker
Saturday, June 26 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Corn & Tomato Salad with Creamy Cilantro Dressing
Nothing says summer more than fresh sweet corn and sun-ripened tomatoes.  The dressing brings a new kick to Ohio farmstand favorites.

Ingredients:
10 ears sweet corn
2 lbs tomatoes, chopped into 1/2″ cube
3/4 cup chopped red onion
3/4 cup whole milk yogurt
1 large clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons sugar
juice of one lime
1/2 cup packed cilantro leaves and tender stems
salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:
1. Bring large stock pot of generously salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, shuck corn to remove husks and silks.
2. When water is just at the boil, add corn and cook until just tender, about five minutes. Drain; cool cobs to room temperature.
3. When cool enough to handle, cut corn from the cob with a sharp knife.
4. Combine in a large bowl: corn, tomatoes, and onion. Season with salt and pepper.
5. In blender or food processor, combine all remaining ingredients and blend until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
6. Toss dressing with vegetables. Let stand for 30 minutes at room temperature to combine the flavors. This salad can be held longer covered in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature to serve. Makes 8-10 servings.
EDIBLE COLUMBUS
www.ediblecolumbus.com

RHOADS FARM MARKET
http://www.rhoadsfarmmarket.com