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Hello Faircrest Farms Friends!
Growing Through the Heat, Harvesting with Joy
As part of Rita's and my 39th wedding anniversary getaway, we spent a wonderful morning visiting Chris Pyper at Rustling Aspen Farm in Midway, UT. The next day, we had the chance to shop at his farmers market stand.
It never ceases to amaze me how much can be learned in just a few hours walking another farmer's fields. Seeing how Chris grows, harvests, and presents his produce sparked all kinds of new ideas. We came home inspired and excited to continue improving Faircrest Farms so we can bring you the most beautiful, bountiful, and delicious food in Weber County.
 This Week's Harvest
Summer continues to surprise us!
 Carrots – The first carrots of the season are here! We were delighted to discover they were ready to harvest, and they're wonderfully sweet and crisp.
 Anaheim Peppers – Mild with just a touch of warmth, these peppers are perfect for chili, fajitas, omelets, roasting, or stuffing.
 Cherry & Slicer Tomatoes – Sun-ripened and bursting with flavor.
 Cucumbers – Cool, crisp, and refreshing during these hot summer days.
 Bunching Onions – A versatile favorite for salads, stir-fries, and grilling.
 Fresh Flower Bouquets – A gorgeous assortment of brilliant summer blooms to brighten your table and your home.
 In the Fields
This week's biggest challenge wasn't weeds—it was the heat.
Faircrest Farms recorded a high temperature of 112°F, making it one of the hottest weeks we've experienced. Keeping our lettuce happy has become a daily mission! We're nearly finished weeding and adding compost to the beds, and we're covering pathways with fresh wood chips to help keep the soil cooler, conserve moisture, and reflect some of the intense summer heat.
The good news is that we've prepared for what's next. Twenty trays of seedlings have been hardened off and are ready to plant, ensuring a steady supply of fresh vegetables in the weeks ahead.
New plantings of lettuce, arugula, radishes, and turnips are already on their way.
 Visitors to the Farm
Last evening we enjoyed welcoming the Garden Gals of South Ogden for a tour of Faircrest Farms.
We loved sharing our story and showing what's possible—even in Utah's high-desert climate. Their curiosity, thoughtful questions, and enthusiasm were contagious. Several expressed interest in returning to volunteer and learn more about regenerative farming. We look forward to growing alongside them.
 Welcome to the Crew!
We're excited to welcome Payne Carter to Faircrest Farms.
Payne recently graduated from Weber High School, where she enjoyed participating in FFA. She hopes to explore a career in horticulture, especially working at a nursery, and brings a passion for floral design and agriculture. We're delighted to have her learning and growing with us this season.
 Our Quality Guarantee
Your satisfaction means everything to us.
If you're ever dissatisfied with any of our organically grown produce, we'll gladly provide a full refund—no questions asked.
Our harvest crew carefully selects vegetables at their peak because we know exceptional flavor is what keeps you coming back. With temperatures reaching well over 100 degrees this week, an occasional cucumber or lettuce leaf may develop a touch of bitterness despite our best efforts.
If something isn't right, please let us know. We truly appreciate the opportunity to make it right.
 Words of Wisdom
"The web of life is fragile yet strong because all things are connected. When you harm one strand, the whole web feels it."
— Grandmother Spider
As we care for the soil, the insects, the plants, the water, and one another, we're reminded that every small act of stewardship strengthens the whole web of life.
 Keep Us Growing
Taste the Difference — Food grown with care and harvested at its peak.
 Shop This Week's Harvest — Place your order today and enjoy the freshest flavors of the season.
Visit the Farm — Come see where your food begins and experience regenerative farming in action.
 Volunteer With Us — Put your hands in the soil and help grow healthy food and stronger community.
 Share the Harvest — Forward this newsletter to a friend who loves local food and sustainable farming.
Thank you for supporting small farms, healthy soil, and food that nourishes both body and community.
With gratitude,
Rita, Karl & the Faircrest Farms Crew
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