At Opal Creek Farm, the arrival of summer means more than just growing tomatoes and peppers—it also means tackling weeds competing with young crops for water and space. This season, we're dealing with pigweed, purslane, nettles, and horsetail, and using organic methods to manage them without herbicides. With nearly all spring labor focused on weed management, staying ahead of weed growth is essential to protect our crops and preserve soil health for seasons to come. Learn more about how we’re dealing with this season’s crop of weeds on the farm!

At Opal Creek Farm, spring planting is in full swing—and this year, we’re growing more than ever before! From Sungold and Early Girl tomatoes to snap peas and peppers, our focus is on delicious, nutrient-rich crops for local school lunches. We're especially excited about our dry-farmed tomatoes, grown with zero irrigation after planting to save water and boost flavor. Find out how we’re blending sustainability with taste in this season’s planting strategy.

While winter may seem like a quiet time on the farm, the fields at Opal Creek are alive with purpose. Our cover crops—like oats, bell beans, field peas, and hairy vetch—aren’t for eating but for feeding the soil. These nutrient-boosting plants restore fertility, increase organic matter, and help us store precious winter rain for the dry farming season ahead. Come see how winter soil health sets the stage for spring abundance.