Vallecito Farm Fresh

08/08/2026

We will NOT be at the Murphys Farmers Market this Sunday 8/9 due to the heat wave. Our products don’t like intense heat (and we don’t either!) Thanks for understanding, and see you next Sunday, 8/16!

If you need refills before next weekend, send us a message and we can get them to you!

08/06/2026

See you on the 14th - stay cool and
Especially safe out there Angels Camp!

07/23/2026

Taking a little break - If you need refills, send us a message. Otherwise, we will see you next weekend at the Angels Camp Farmers Market and Murphys Park Farmers Market

07/14/2026

There's something special about preserving summer at its peak. 🍑✨

Last night was spent washing, peeling, and hand-cutting beautiful California-grown organic peaches before loading them into the freeze dryer. These peaches were tree-ripened, incredibly sweet, and picked at just the right time to lock in all that fresh-picked flavor.

The result? A light, crispy snack that tastes just like summer—without any added sugar or preservatives.

🍑 Fresh California organic peaches
🌱 Freeze-dried to preserve flavor and nutrients
🛍️ Available this weekend while they last!

We can't wait for you to try them!

07/14/2026

There's something special about preserving summer at its peak. 🍑✨

Last night was spent washing and hand-cutting beautiful California-grown organic peaches before loading them into the freeze dryers. These peaches are tree ripened, incredibly sweet, and picked at just the right time to lock in all that fresh-picked flavor.

The result? A light, crispy snack that tastes just like summer—without any added sugar or preservatives.

🍑 Fresh California organic peaches
🌱 Freeze-dried to preserve flavor and nutrients
🛍️ Available starting this Friday evening at the Angels Camp Farmers Market and on Sunday morning at the Murphys Park Farmers Market. You can also pick up some starting Friday at JJ's Vintage Mercantile & Consignment or at The Discount Barn at Hide and Barrel

We can't wait for you to try them!

07/12/2026

06/28/2026

* NEW PRODUCT ALERT *

Give Your Plants the Nutrients They Crave

Don't let the small bottle fool you—this concentrated 4fl oz formula delivers powerful nutrition to help your plants thrive. Made from 100% organic sugar beets, this plant-based fertilizer provides essential nutrients that support healthy growth, vibrant foliage and stronger roots.

Because it's highly concentrated, a little goes a long way. Simply dilute with water before use, and your plants will quickly absorb the nutrients through their roots for fast, noticeable results.

Why You'll Love It

🌿 **100% Organic** – Made from organic sugar beets with no synthetic ingredients.

🌱 **Highly Concentrated** – Just a few drops mixed with water feed your plants efficiently.

🪴 **All-Purpose Formula** – Perfect for houseplants, seedlings, cuttings, hydroponics, and plants growing in soil.

🌎 **Plant-Based & Vegan** – Made from plants, for plants.

💧 **Easy-to-Use Dropper Bottle** – Dispense the perfect amount with minimal waste.

Whether you're nurturing a single houseplant or an entire indoor jungle, this natural fertilizer makes it easy to grow healthier, happier plants.

Contact us to get a bottle, or if you are local, pick one up at the Murphys Park Farmers Market or the Angels Camp Farmers Market

06/16/2026

GUESS WHAT TODAY IS - it is World Refill Day!!!

If you’ve been curious about refill shopping, consider this your sign to give it a try.

Every day, consumers spend money on products that are mostly plastic packaging, water, and toxic ingredients. Refilling helps reduce single-use waste while supporting businesses that prioritize people and the planet.

Not sure where to start? Try refilling these everyday essentials:
🥋 Laundry detergent
🤚 Hand soap
🍽️ Dishwashing liquid (or try one of our homemade solid dish soaps in cute refillable ramekins!)
🧕 Shampoo & conditioner

Small swaps add up. One refill becomes a habit. A habit becomes a lifestyle.

Find us weekly at the Angels Camp Farmers Market on Fridays from 4:30-7:30pm and at the Murphys Park Farmers Market on Sundays from 9am-1pm

04/11/2026

One of the top complaints about dish soap in the sustainability space is that it doesn't suds up like traditional dish soap, and that more product is needed to get the suds needed to clean. But why do equate suds with cleaning? And why don't more naturally made dish soaps suds like the blue stuff? Let's talk about it!

Suds are not necessary for dish soap to clean effectively. In fact, suds are primarily a cosmetic effect that can make it appear as though the soap is working harder than it actually is. The key cleaning agent in most dish soaps is a type of surfactant, which is a substance that helps break up and remove dirt and grease from dishes. These surfactants can work just as effectively with or without suds. However, some people may prefer soap with suds because they find it easier to gauge how much soap they have used, and it can make the process of washing dishes more enjoyable.

The ingredient that causes dish soap to suds is usually a type of surfactant known as sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) or a similar compound called sodium laureth sulfate (SLES). These chemicals are added to commercial dish soap and other cleaning products because they lower the surface tension of water, allowing it to spread out more easily and pe*****te dirt and grease.
While SLS and SLES are effective at producing suds, they have also been associated with skin irritation and allergic reactions in some people. Additionally, they are known to be harmful to aquatic life and the environment, as they can persist in waterways and harm aquatic organisms. For this reason, some people prefer to use dish soap that is free from these ingredients and instead opt for alternatives that rely on other types of surfactants, such as plant-based compounds like coco-glucoside or decyl glucoside.

Switching to a low sudsing dish soap can be an adjustment. With any change in habit or product, your frame of reference and openness to trying something different than what you are used to is key.

We invite you to question the "why!" behind your preferences, conditioned habits, and products. It's a fun exercise!