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June is the month of planting our crops. It has been a challenge since most days we have had showers and cooler temperatures. It is imperative that we plant in a timely manner due to the short growing season we experience in Upstate New York. Therefore every day the sun shines we grab the opportunity to prepare the soil by plowing, harrowing and sowing the seeds. Some pastures are drier so we are able to tend to those first.
Some of our equipment that did not get maintained over the winter still needs to be repaired or replaced. There is no time to delay. This equipment has to be up and running during the short window of good weather. So that we do not lose precious cropping time before the fall harvest season and imminent winter months.
The infrastructure for the pork operation is still ongoing. Drastic improvements include the removal and clearing of trees, as well as brush to expand the available land for a more permanent pig barn and access road.
The good weather during the summer months may signal summer break from school, vacations at the beach, pool parties and back yard grilling. However; for us farmers it is the optimal time to get things done!
Refer A Friend Program
Still haven't heard of our "Refer a Friend" program at Ortman Farms? Existing customers who provide a new customer referral (name and contact info) that is currently not in our database will receive a $5 Ortman Farms Gift Card that doesn't expire. Call us at (315) 710-8715 or view offer details online via the "Discounts" tab at www.ortmanfarms.com.
Cooler Box Protection
Want peace of mind that your Ortman Farms purchase isn't going to get damaged or spoiled between the time when we deliver and your arrival home? We can arrange for you to get your own cooler box where we can place your perishable meat products to protect from the elements, especially in the upcoming warmer summer months. Interested? Contact us for pricing options and to get set up.
Farm Fresh Facts
• Cows are female. Bulls and steers are male.
• Cattle only have teeth on the bottom.
• Cattle have four stomachs.
• Cows have calves about once per year.
• Cattle are herd animals.
• Cattle are prey animals.
Weekly Delivery Route
Local to Ortman Farms? We currently provide weekly meat and produce delivery routes to our customers in Massena, NY. Sign up now to join the route. Call us at (315) 710-8715 or sign up via our online form at the "Local Delivery Route" tab at www.ortmanfarms.com. No minimum order required for free delivery as part of the weekly delivery service.
Culinary Creations
This year Father's Day is happening on June 16th and you may be wondering how to show appreciation to that amazing superhero. No father can resist a good backyard barbecue and we at Ortman Farms can assist you with providing delicious pasture raised beef and pork!
The classic American Hamburger:
Season 1 lb of ground beef with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Shape into four 4 oz patties with one inch thickness. A great option is to use our already pre-formed frozen beef patties!
Grill hamburgers on either a charcoal or gas grill for 4 minutes per side at 400 degrees farenheight. Melt a slice of American or cheddar cheese on burger before transferring to plate.
Place hamburger on bun and garnish with your choice of lettuce, tomatoes, onion, ketchup, mustard, mayo and relish. Serve with your choice of side and cold beverage.
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!