Thanks to a prolific harvest of leafy greens, we harvested 1053 pounds of food at Marra Farm in May 2010 for the Providence Regina House food bank.
Arugula – 68 pounds
Asparagus – 41 pounds
Chard – 50 pounds
Chives – .5 pound
Cilantro – 26 pounds
Garlic tops – 1 pound
Kale – 62.5 pounds
Lettuce – 143.5 pounds
Mustard Greens – 44 pounds
Onion tops – 2.5 pounds
Oregano – 9 pounds
Pac choi (bok choy) – 310 pounds
Parsley – 4 pounds
Peas – 29 pounds
Radishes – 127 pounds
Spinach – 135 pounds
In May of 2009, we harvested 864 pounds of produce, so this represents a 22% increase! What will June bring? Carrots, beets, broccoli and more! Come volunteer with us and help grow some good food!
photos taken at Marra Farm by volunteer Steve Tracey
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