JOSHUA TREE, November 1, 2009 – Several varieties of squash were planted on a 40 acre tract in late summer 2009, and the first harvest is now underway starting in late October. Squash varieties include Kombucha, Spaghetti, Acorn, Calabaza, and Turban. The mineral rich soil did not require any amendments, and the squash were grown with non-gmo organic seed, and of course, no pesticides were used. The hearty squash plants withstood strong winds, heat, cold, rabbits and fared quite well. The hard-working farm engineers from Jaimie farms also battled with ground squirrels who were constantly chewing through the drip irrigation lines.

The squash are now served at local restaurants, including the Ricochet, which serves Kombucha soup prepared by healthy gourmet chef, Rosa. The squash are also on sale at the Water Canyon Farmers Market every Wednesday between 3-7 pm.