Update 11/20: Excellent work by the crew and volunteers this weekend means we have MORE turkeys to sell than expected. To order, download a form and hand-deliver (along with $30 deposit) to 951 Fort Getty Road in Jamestown on Mon. 11/21 from Noon to 5 p.m. Any questions? E-mail Erin at patspasturednews@gmail.com.

Pastured Turkeys

This year we are offering two types of turkeys -- Broad-Breasted Bronze and Standard White -- both of which are raised on pasture. Turkeys are excellent foragers and therefore the pasture-based diet really influences the flavor and quality of the meat. Either breed will make an excellent centerpiece for your Thanksgiving meal.

Standard White Turkeys are known for having a generous amount of white breast meat. They are generally larger (20+ pounds) and the cost is $5.50 per pound.

Broad-Breasted Bronze Turkeys are a slower-growing, older-style breed. They are regarded for having a complex flavor, with slightly more dark meat than the Standard White. They are generally smaller in size (18-20 pounds) and cost $6.50 per pound.

Pick-up: Tuesday, November 22 from 3-7 p.m. at Pat’s Pastured 951 Fort Getty Road in Jamestown, RI

2011 Turkey Order For (PDF)

We have a (very!) limited number of pasture-raised Thanksgiving turkeys available this week.

Download an order form here.

You can hand-deliver your form and deposit to Farmer Pat at Wednesday's Pawtucket Wintertime Market or mail to PO Box 807 Saunderstown, RI 02874.

We also have Organic Vegetable Boxes from Wishing Stone Farm and Sustainably-grown table centerpieces from Robin Hollow Farm available for pre-order.

Veggie Box Order Form (PDF)

Flower Order Form (PDF)

Our Farm Store will also be open during Turkey pick-up on Nov. 22 for any additional items (beef, pork, chicken) that you would like to purchase! And we'll have warm apple cider for you to enjoy!

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Want to help with the harvest this weekend?

We need volunteers for Turkey Processing on Saturday (11/19) and Sunday (11/20).

Get the details and sign up here.

We're partnering with our local farming friends to make it easier for you to get the locally-grown items you need for your Thanksgiving holiday all in one spot.

Pre-order now and pick-up with your Pat's Pastured Turkey on Tuesday, November 22 at our farm in Jamestown. 

(You've ordered your turkey, right? We have a limited number and they are going quickly. Don't miss out. Order now!)

Pasture-Raised Turkeys

from Pat's Pastured

Turkey Order Form (PDF)

Certified Organic Vegetable Boxes

from Wishing Stone Farm in Little Compton, RI

Veggie Box Order Form (PDF)

Sustainably Grown Table Arrangements

from Robin Hollow Farm in Saunderstown, RI

Flower Order Form (PDF)

Our Farm Store will also be open during Turkey pick-up on Nov. 22 for any additional items (beef, pork, chicken) that you would like to purchase! And we'll have warm apple cider for you to enjoy!

Happy Holidays from your friends at Pat's Pastured

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Pawtucket Wintertime Market -- Opens Nov 5

Hope Artiste Village

1005 Main St.
Pawtucket

Wednesdays: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

 Coastal Growers’ Winter Market -- Opens Nov. 12

Lafayette Mill

Route 102

North Kingstown  

Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Coastal Market is closed this Saturday, Nov. 5. (The market re-opens INDOORS next Saturday, Nov. 12.)

 Pawtucket Wintertime Market is OPEN (10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hope Artiste Village).

Farm Store is OPEN 9 a.m. to noon. (At Beaverhead Farm in Jamestown.)

In addition to all your usual favorites, we will have BEEF and LAMB for sale at both locations (on farm and at Pawtucket Wintertime Market)!

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In other news...

Still need to get your Thanksgiving Turkey order in? Bring it with you on Saturday!

Thinking about ordering a Side of Beef? Just THREE sides left. Don't wait! Get your order in SOON!

Our next community work day is THIS Saturday (10/29) at Beaverhead Farm in Jamestown.

Sign up here if you'd like to join us!

...Pat's Pastured is moving to East Greenwich!

Steve Whitney, Chair of the East Greenwich Land Trust, and Farmer Pat signed the lease for the Briggs-Boesch Farm in East Greenwich, RI on Thursday morning.

Many thanks to everyone who offered support throughout this process and to the East Greenwich Land Trust for their vision and support of local, sustainable agriculture.

Pat's Pastured Italian Sausage (hot and sweet) will be featured THIS Sunday (9/25) at The Village Hearth Bakery's Wood Fired Pizza Night.

The Village Hearth is located at 2 Watson Ave. in Jamestown, RI. (Next to Cumberland Farms, across from the library / playground.) The hours are 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Both indoor and outdoor seating (weather-permitting) are available. BYOB.

Download Registration Form (PDF)

This winter we are offering two share options. The composition will depend on what is seasonally available...that's the beauty of eating locally and seasonally.

Poultry Share

Each MONTH (Nov. – April) your share will include 4 whole chickens (approximate 13-15 pounds total) plus 2 dozen eggs.

The Cost: For a 6 month subscription the share cost is $425. 

Meat Share - Meat Shares are SOLD OUT for the Winter Season   

Each MONTH (Nov. – April) your share will include approximately 10-15 pounds of meat* plus 1 dozen eggs. The meat will always be from at least two species, but we will do our best to include some meat from all species available (pork, chicken and beef). We will make every effort to include a mixture of species and a mixture of premium to economical cuts.

* Some months the total weight will be slightly less when smaller, higher-priced cuts are included.

Sample share A: A monthly share may include 4 lbs chicken, 1 lb ground beef, 1 lb ground pork, 2 lbs pork chops, 2 lbs of bacon and 1 dozen eggs.

Sample Share B: A monthly share may include 1 lb ground pork, 1 lb ground beef, 2 lbs breakfast sausage, 1 lb Italian sausage, 4 lbs chicken, 2 lbs steak and 1 dozen eggs.

The Cost: For a 6 month subscription the share cost is $635.

Delivery Locations:

Coastal Growers' Winter Market - Lafayette Mill, North Kingstown

Pawtucket Wintertime Market - Hope Artiste Village, Pawtucket

 Delivery Dates: Nov 5 – Dec 10 – Jan 7 – Feb 11 – Mar 10 – Apr 14

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a CSA? CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture. It is a way for the food-buying public to enter into a relationship with a farm and to receive a share of the harvest. By making a financial commitment to a farm people become "members" (or "shareholders), of the CSA. This effort represents a formal mechanism for more affordably supplying meats that are raised locally, ethically, sustainably, and humanely.

What does it mean to be a member? As a member, you will:

·        be committed to a monthly package;

·        receive priority ranking for special products such as Thanksgiving turkeys;

·        earn right of first refusal on membership renewal for each season;

·        be welcome to attend one of our monthly farm tours (held May – Sept) at no charge;

·        receive priority registration on scheduled farm events; and

·        most importantly, be assured of continuous availability of product for your family instead of taking the risk that we may not have availability throughout the year.

Can I specify which cuts I get? No, we're sorry. We make every effort to distribute the cuts randomly and fairly, this is logistically challenging enough so that we can’t accommodate special requests. You are welcome to order on an á la carte basis based on availability on a pre-order basis or through Farmers’ Market sales.

Can I skip the pork/chicken/eggs and get double beef instead, etc? No. Sorry. (See above.)

I live alone and cannot eat that much meat / poultry. Can I buy a half-share? We are not able to offer half-shares but we have a number of members who make arrangements directly with neighbors / friends to divide a share in a way that works for them. You might also consider posting a note on our Facebook page if you are looking for someone to split a share with.

I can’t make the scheduled pick-up. Can I pick up the following week instead? It is your responsibility to pick up your share on the scheduled days (listed below). If you are unable to do so yourself, you should make arrangements to have a friend or neighbor pick up for you. That being said, we certainly understand that emergencies arise and can accommodate changes / special arrangements on a very limited basis as necessary.

Delivery Dates: Nov 5 – Dec 10 – Jan 7 – Feb 11 – Mar 10 – Apr 14

What's in a Meat Share package? Each month's share will usually be a mixture of whole chicken, a mix of grilling and braising pork and beef, and a dozen eggs. (See above for samples.) The composition will be different depending on what is seasonally available...that's the beauty of eating locally and in season.

Am I going to get stuck with chicken feet or a beef tongue? No, but those items may be available "a la carte". We do not include offal or organ meats in the general shares.

How does the meat come packaged? It is package in a cryovac packaging. This packaging preserves the meats quality and allows it to be stored in a freezer for several months. All meat is frozen per requirements of the RI Health Department.

Pick Up Site – Pre-assembled share packages are delivered to the two distribution sites based on the pick up location you indicate on your registration form.

Am I required to work at the farm as part of the CSA? We do not currently require work hours to be included in our CSA, however we strongly recommend that you get involved and get out to the farm as much as your schedule allows. There are many ways you can help on the farm (while learning and having fun at the same time) from weekly egg-washing to special work day events. Being on the farm is a great way to really experience the community in Community Supported Agriculture!

Cancellations and refunds – When you register you are committing for the full six month season. If for some reason you are unable to receive your share you may obtain a refund by finding someone to replace you / take over your CSA. We are unable to give refunds directly.

Satisfaction – It is our intention, first and foremost, to provide our customers with the highest quality grass-fed and pasture-raised products. If you have any questions or concerns about our products, please contact Patrick directly at patspastured@gmail.com or call (401) 413-9770.

What about....? If your question is not answered here, please e-mail Erin Goodman at patspasturednews@gmail.com.