The Harvest: Tried, Tested, and True

A Curated Collection Our staple vegetables are the foundation of Stefan Farms. Over decades, we have identified the varieties that thrive in our specific "minimalistic-alternative" system. Every vegetable you see here has passed the test of time, weather, and our own kitchen table.

The Strategy of Persistence Farming is a lesson in adaptation. We’ve seen it all—from historic droughts to sudden flooding. To protect against harvest loss, we plant in intervals of one to two weeks. This way, if one planting struggles, the next one (or the one after that) usually pulls through. Eventually, the weather changes, and things grow. The secret to success isn't a magic formula; it’s stubborn persistence.

The Element of Surprise While we rely on our "regulars," each year we experiment with several new varieties. If they work out, they become the season's best surprises. A recent star is the Watermelon Radish—it was loved so much that it’s officially earned a permanent spot in our rows.

You can count on the staples you see here, and we look forward to sharing our latest experiments with you as they ripen.

Grown for Vitality, Not Just Volume We don’t choose varieties based on how well they ship across the country. We choose them for their flavor, their nutrient density, and their resilience. From our signature greens to the "uncommon" herbs I often snack on in the rows, this is a picture book of food as it was meant to be: clean, intentional, and local.