Argento Acres was previously a conventional blueberry farm, and this year we have begun to transition to organic production. Our vegetables are also organically grown. Becoming a certified organic farm is an involved process that will take a few years, and I have not yet decided if becoming certified organic is right for the farm. Rest assured, however, that Argento Acres is committed to growing organically and caring for the health of the soil, ecosystem, and people. I welcome questions about our growing methods and the process of transitioning to organic.
In the market garden, we pick our vegetable varieties for flavor and uniqueness. We prefer heirloom varieties that come with a good story and some history behind them. Our main vegetable crops are tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers. However, we also grow a wide variety of both favorite vegetable staples and new, novel varieties. Garlic, onions, potatoes, sweet potatoes, okra, ginger, turmeric, galangal, summer and winter squash, beans, peas, brassicas, lettuce and other greens, and a wide variety of herbs grow well on the property. The market garden consists of our 30′ x 72′ hoophouse and the 50′ x 100′ outdoor garden. We also have an apple crate garden consisting of 30, 3’x4′ apple crates that form deep raised beds.
For the gardeners out there, I’d love to hear what you like to grow in YOUR garden. I love to hear about customers’ favorite plant varieties both to grow and to eat. Talking with other growers about plant varieties is one of my favorite things!
If you’ve read this far, thanks for taking the time to learn a bit about Argento Acres. I’d love to see you on the farm and show you around!
Laura M. Lencioni
Owner
Argento Acres laural@argentoacres.com
a sustainable, hyperlocal small farm 
Laura — Your produce is awesome! I can’t wait to do a simple pasta with your fresh tomatoes (raw), minced garlic, basil, a dash of olive oil and a touch of salt!
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