What is the Tuttle's tote program?

The program is designed to give families a weekly bag of the best of what's currently in season at Tuttles. Somewhat like a CSA, this program allows a family to sign up for a weekly portion of produce and other goodies throughout the summer season. We will choose the best of what's in season currently in our store to include in your bag each week. The Tuttle's tote program will include vegetables and fruits grown right here at the orchard, as well as, other high quality produce from other farms (like Indiana Strawberries, South Carolina peaches) that you would find in our farm store. Like a CSA, the Tuttle's tote program provides the opportunity to invest in the farming opperation at the beginning of the season and reap the benefits all season long. Tuttle's Tote members will also receive free coupons towards the 2012 agrimaze and play area to use in the fall season.

2012 Dates:

Summer program: Thursdays from May 24-August 30. Families will pick one week of their choosing to take off during the season (for vacation, etc) when they will not receive their bag. Week off can be chosen at sign up or later in the season (if no week is designated by end of season will not receive a box Aug 30).

Cost:

$300/family for the 14 weeks (approx $20 each week) which includes two Tuttle's Tote bags. Families will need to return their previous week's tote at the next week's pickup. There will be a replacement fee for lost tote bags.

Pick-up Locations:

You may choose to pick up your tote bag at either of the following locations on THURSDAY AFTERNOONS from 2:30-6:30PM at Tuttle's farm store or Geist Farmers Market (Holy Cross Lutheran Church). Families must pick up in the same location each week.

How to enroll?

Sign up in our farm store or in our online store. Enrollment is limited to the first 25 families. Payment must be received in full to reserve your spot.

What will my weekly tote bag include?

Produce will vary by the week depending on what we think is the best of what's in season. Imagine us choosing for you the best $20 worth of produce that is available each week. We may also include other local products including local honey, maple syrup, apple cider, apple butter, etc if there is week when produce supply is limited. We will do our best to give you a well balanced assortment of what's in season that week. We will also provide you with a weekly recipe to use your produce.

Here are some examples (not guarantees...items will depend on weather, etc.) of what might be included in your Tuttle's Tote bag:

MID-MAY:

Indiana Strawberries, Indiana Asparagus, Rhubarb, Apple Cider, coupon towards vegetable plants or flowers in greenhouse.

MID-JUNE:

Tennessee Tomatoes, Indiana Strawberries, broccoli, local honey, zucchini and summer squash.

MID-JULY:

sweet corn, tomatoes, zucchini, Indiana Blueberries, peaches, cucumbers, cabbage, okra, green onions, peppers.

MID-AUGUST:

sweet corn, tomatoes, zucchini, blackberries, apples, cucumbers, cantaloupe, watermelon, onions, bell peppers

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FAQ:

Do you deliver?

No, since this is our first year for the Tuttle's tote program we do not deliver.

What if we have food allergies?

Please let us know and we will try to work with your needs.

Will you be offering a winter Tuttle's Tote?

Yes, the plan is to offer a winter Tuttle's Tote as well that would begin in November and have an assortment of apples, cider, greens, lettuce, winter squash, etc. More information about the winter tote will be available in August.

What other questions do you have?

Email us staff@tuttleorchards.com with your questions or call the store at (317) 326-2278.