Aching Hands and Full Fields at Quarter Acre Farm

Harvest will fill the barn; for thatThe hand must ache, the face must sweat.And yet no leaf or grain is filledBy work of ours; the field is tilledAnd left to grace. That we may reap,Great work is done while we’re…

Labor Day Weekend and Peak Harvest at Quarter Acre Farm

There is something deeply satisfying about a holiday weekend that lands right in the middle of peak tomato season. This Saturday, September 5th, we are expecting one of the best Easton farmers’ markets of the season with over 30 vendors,…

From the Field to the Food Bank at Quarter Acre Farm

Wednesday evening at our farm in Greensboro, Maryland, a volunteer crew from the Maryland Food Bank arrived around 6pm, walked out into the cherry tomato rows, and got to work. What happened next is something we are still smiling about.…

A Cherry of a Deal for National Farmers Market Week

This week is National Farmers Market Week and Maryland Farmers Market Week, and we could not think of a better way to celebrate than with a deal that tomato lovers will not want to miss. Here is everything happening at…

Salsa Verde Is Back and the Lacewings Are on the Job

The tomatillo harvest is in full swing, and we are putting it to delicious use this Saturday at the Easton farmers’ market. But first, a little story from the farm about what it actually takes to grow organic vegetables in…

Cherry Tomato Season Is On: 13 Varieties in the Field

Summer is in full swing at Quarter Acre Farm and the field is delivering. Our cherry tomatoes are back for their second week at the Easton farmers’ market and the season ahead is looking incredibly promising. 13 Varieties, One Spectacular…

Cochinita Tacos and Ribs for July Fourth Weekend

Even Sunny knows that hot and humid Maryland summer is here. She has been keeping her outdoor time to early mornings and evening strolls lately, and honestly, we do not blame her. It is about to be a hot one…