Catalog for Organic Seeds

8/6/2019 Catalog for Organic Seeds

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New! Sweet Potato Slips!

7 New Potato Varieties!Also This Year...

Organic Garlic, Cover Crop Seed,Fertilizers, Soil Inoculants, Shallots, and Onion Sets

YOUR SOURCE FOR QUALITY SEED POTATOES

2011 CATALOG www.mainepotatolady.com


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HELLO! Welcome to the fifth annual seed catalog from The Maine Potato Lady. In more thanfifteen years work with seed potatoes, I have become known to many of you as The Potato Lady,helping you to select the right varieties for your garden, and offering growing hints drawn from myown experience as a successful organic farmer. In this catalog, I am pleased to offer you certified seedpotatoes, onion sets, French and Dutch shallots, potato onions, cover crops, soil inoculants, fertil-izers, and fall-planted garlic. I know youll love the wide variety of potatoes featured here, includingfingerlings, blue- and yellow-fleshed tubers, and heirloom potatoes. I have grown and eaten andenjoyed! just about all t he varieties I offer. They all p roduce beautifully, theyre available in manycolors and shapes, and theyre delectable to the taste truly a feast for the eye and palate.

NEW THIS SEASON! We are delighted to offer locally-grown sweet potato slips as well as severalnew potato varieties, cover crop seed, and fertilizers to support your ongoing quest for the healthyand productive garden.

Welcome

About UsLocated in the foothills of Maine, the LaCourse FamilyFarm, home of The Maine Potato Lady, has been inoperation for more than 20 years. Our 100-acre piecewas once part of a 560-acre farm that dates back tothe 1600s.

Our custom-designed and hand-built log home crownsour hill-top farm. We gathered stones from field edgesand milled our own lumber to finish the building,which has sheltered our family for many years. We arepleased to live off the grid, with a solar system to provide electricity.

Our south-facing fields are rich with fertile, well-drained silt loam. Our sugar bush produces fabulousmaple syrup, and our cedar bog is a special habitat with sphagnum moss and rare pitcher plants. Weare privileged to work and live in this rural environment, where deer, moose, turkey, ravens, eagles,and a variety of beautiful trees, plants, and birds are all around us.

We are primarily seed growers raising garlic, shallots, andpotato onions. We have produced all our own vegetablesfor many years. Our children are involved in the planning,the everyday work, the decisions, and the rewards. Theywere raised knowing and recognizing not just the typesof vegetables, but even the different varieties of what wegrow. They are an integral part of this farm; their participa-tion makes it all possible, and brings joy to all we do.

If you have questions or suggestions, please call or write.Your ideas and experiences are always of interest. Revel inthe beauty and fruitfulness of our earth.

The MainePotato Lady

is a certied organic

handler throughMOFGA Certication Services,

LLC. #0706

All our seed is untreated.

We do not use or sell any

genetically modied plants or

organisms (GMOs). Certicate

is available on our website.

The Maine Potato Lady

Photography by Roseanna LaCourse.


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We grow a portion of our products ourselves, at our own LaCourse Family Farm. The remainder ofthe seed we offer is produced at family farms with whom we have had good working relationships,some for more than fifteen years. All our potato seed meets the seed certification requirements ofthe State of Maine, which establish acceptable tolerances for seed quality. (Please see page 24 formore information about certified seed.) Excellent farming practices, attention to detail, and scrupulousadherence to seed certification guidelines (when applicable) set good seed growers apart from the rest.All the farms from which we obtain seed meet our stringent requirements. It is an honor to work withthese farmers, and it is a privilege t o supply you with their seed.

Our GuaranteeThe Maine Potato Lady Guarantees Your Satisfaction. At The Maine Potato Lady,we take pride in the quality of our products and our service. Our goal is to provide you with qualityproducts for a healthy garden. If you like our products and our service, please tell your friends! Ifyou are not pleased with our products or our service, please call or e-mail right away to let us know.

Our Guarantee. We promise that our products are of the highest quality and are sound when theyleave our warehouse. Our certified seed potatoes meet the inspection standards established by the Stateof Maine. Potato seed is a perishable product which can be damaged by improper handling and storage.With every order, we provide instructions for immediate inspection and for proper handling, storage, andplanting. Failure to inspect your order upon receipt, or failure to follow these instructions or to followaccepted good farming practices may void our guarantee. Good crops also depend on good weather, good

soil, and good planting practices. Because we cannot control the se conditions, our liability is limited to therefund of the purchase price or replacement of the product. If you are not satisfied with a product, or if aproduct is unsound or defective when you receive it, please notif y us within 30 days of receipt in order toqualify for a refund or replacement. Depending on availability, replacement products may not be availableuntil the following year. When you purchase our products, you accept these conditions and limitations.

Knowledgeable Customer Service.We have many years experience growing potatoes, onions,and garlic. We are happy to answer your questions or help you in any way we can so you can get themost from your garden!

Our Privacy Policy. We respect your privacy. We will never use your personal information for anypurpose other than to receive and fill your orders, to provide information on how to use our products,and to send you our catalogs or newsletter. Our web site, www.mainepotatolady.com, is set up forsecure, private transactions.

About Our Certified SeedMany of you have asked for sweet potatoes, andwe are pleased to offer sweet potato slips grownby our neighbor, a young farmer in Parkman,Maine, just on the next ridge from our farm.These plants are sustainably grown on a farmthat has been in the same family for four genera-tions. We have chosen two varieties that you willenjoy eating with your family over the holidays.

We ship sweet potato slips on four dates in May(check one on order form). Handling and grow-ing instructions are included with each order andcan also be downloaded from our website.

The sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas), a viningplant related to morning glories, is a differentplant species than the familiar Irish or whitepotato (Solanum tuberosum). The edible part ofthe sweet potato is a swollen portion of the root,which forms in the hill of soil. By contrast, whiteor Irish potatoes produce tubers on the ends ofstolons, or shoots, which form above the seedpiece in a hill of soil. (True yams (Dioscorea spp.)

are native to Africa and not grown in this country.)Sweet potatoes require 90-150 frost-free days tomature. Northern growers can be successful withsweet potatoes by using black plastic to warm thesoil and row cover to prolong the growing season.

BEAUREGARD (95 days) A great choice fornorthern growers with short growing seasons.Rose skin and moist orange flesh. Fat and heavyroots have good flavor and store well. Vigorous,high-producing plants have heart-shaped leavesand prolific blooms. Sustainable.1001BG BEAUREGARD

1 package (12 slips) $12.95

JAPANESE RED (105 days) Bred for theAsian market, these roots have rich red skin andlight cream-colored flesh. Sweet and dry taste.Sustainable.1007JR JAPANESE RED

1 package (12 slips) $12.95

SHIPPING COSTS FOR SWEET POTATO SLIPS (sorry we cannot ship to AK, CA, or HI)

1 PKG = 12 slips 1-6 PKGS 7-10 PKGS 11-20 PKGS 21-50 PKGS

Zone 1 (ME,NH,VT,MA,CT,RI,NY,PA,NJ) 5.00 6.00 11.00 16.00

Zone 2 (All other states east of the Mississippi) 5.00 7.75 11.00 16.00

Zone 3 (All other states west of the Mississippi) 5.00 9.00 11.00 16.00

New! Sweet Potatoes

Your website was

very easy to navigate.

Everything was

easily found.AK, Stamford, CT


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Fingerling PotatoesShaped like fingers, hence their name. Prized for their interesting colors and exquisite flavors, they are inhigh demand with chefs and market farmers. They are prolific producers and fairly resistant to disease.

BANANA Probably the best known of thefingerlings. Tan skin with dark yellow flesh.Matures earlier than most fingerlings with respect-able yields of 2-3 tubers at 75 days. Steamedand tossed with butter and parsley, these makea tasty late-summer dish. Resistant to scab, but

susceptible to rhizoctonia and late blight. Whiteflowers on medium spreading plant. Organic.310BA BANANA 1# $5.75, 3# $11.75,

10# $34.00, 25# $68.00, 50# $114.00

FRENCH FINGERLING Though plumper thanmost, this potato (also known as Nosebag) is stillconsidered a fingerling. Radiant rose-red skin anddeep yellow flesh with an occasional red ring makethis potato stand out. Creamy, smooth texturewith exceptional flavor lends itself well to saladwith thinly-sliced red onions and chunks of crispcucumbers. Abundant, long, plump tubers seem totumble out of the earth. Tall plants with red veiningfill the row. Organic.319FF FRENCH FINGERLING 1# $5.75,

3# $11.75, 10# $34.00, 25# $68.00, 50# $114.00

LARATTE From France comes this specialfingerling. In appearance Laratte is similar toBanana, though a fine net to the tan skin anda nutty flavor to the dark yellow flesh set itapart. Smooth and firm texture. The babies(-1) truly melt in your mouth. Fine chefslove this gourmet morsel, and the demand ishigh. Matures about ten days later than Banana.Resistant to scab and viruses. White flowers topmedium-sized plants.Organic.332LA LARATTE 1# $5.75, 3# $11.75,

10# $34.00, 25# $68.00, 50# $114.00

NEW! PURPLE PERUVIAN Sure to drawattention anywhere, this tuber is deep dark purpleinside and out, with a rather earthy flavor thatsome really love. Still a little wild, Purple Peruvianhas a large rangy plant. Its numerous tubers setfar from the plant; be sure to harvest them all to

prevent their becoming volunteers in next yearscrop. Very late; frost tolerant. Not much is knownof its resistances or susceptibilities, so be sure tosend me your observations. This is truly a specialtypotato.Conventional.341PP PURPLE PERUVIAN 1# $5.75, 3# $11.75,

10# $34.00, 25# $68.00, 50# $114.00

RED THUMB Dug as small babies, thesebright red-skinned thumbs of delicacy have beauti-ful dark pink flesh. Pleasing flavor and firm flesh isperfect for roasting in olive oil and rosemary, thencaramelizing. Serve with your favorite steak andsalad. An interesting fingerling for the specialtymarket. Very productive small- to medium-sizedplant. Organic.

345RT RED THUMB 1# $5.75, 3# $11.75,10# $34.00, 25# $68.00, 50# $114.00

ROSE FINN APPLE Rose-blushed beige skinand deep yellow flesh, occasional airplanes orsecond growth distinguish this very fine fingerling.Though not as easy to grow as Banana, thispotatos exquisite flavor and cooking qualities setit apart. Tubers set near the surface, so hill wellto prevent greening and frost damage. Maintainfertility and water carefully. Matures mid- to lateseason. A medium-spreading plant. Organic.350RF ROSE FINN APPLE 1# $5.75, 3# $11.75,

10# $34.00, 25# $68.00, 50# $114.00

Early Potatoes (55-70 DAYS)CARIBE Developed in Canada, Caribe is ver y early,ready to be dug in just 70 days. An elegant potatowith brilliant dark blue skin. Superb creamy-whiteflesh makes the fluffiest mashed potatoes. Myfriend Linda uses Caribe in her secret recipe forNeedhams, and they are really good! Purplish blueflowers top this medium-sized plant. Sustainable.412CR CARIBE 2.5# $5.50, 5# $10.25,

10# $15.50, 20# $20.00, 50# $36.00

CHIEFTAN Always popular, this early-to-mid-season red-skinned variety offers high yields andgood eating qualities. Expect a large set of round,bright red tubers with nice white flesh. Stores well.Resistant to scab and tuber net necrosis; fieldresistant to late blight. Medium-spreading plantwith large, light violet flowers.415CHO CHIEFTAN Organic2.5# $6.35,

5# $10.75, 10# $17.75, 20# $28.00, 50# $53.00

417CHC CHIEFTAN Conventional20# $14.75,50# $20.00

COBBLER Many years ago on a summer evewhile visiting one of our family seed potato grow-ers, we were served freshly-dug Cobblers, golf

ball size, boiled and tossed with butter, salt, andparsley. Oh, scrumptious! The potatoes were goodand so was the company, making for a memorablemeal. A selection from Early Rose believed to havebeen discovered by an Irish shoemaker in the late1800s, Cobbler has round, buff-skinned tubers withwhite flesh thats a little mealy, perfect for soak-ing up that butter. Early maturing and exceptionaleating qualities keep this variety in the seed trade.

Resistant to blackleg and fusarium storage rot;immune to wart. Medium-spreading plant with lilac,white-tipped flowers. Conventional.421CB COBBLER2.5# $4.35, 5# $7.50,10# $11.60, 20# $14.75, 50# $20.00

COLORADO ROSE With Cherry Red as oneof its parents, Colorado Rose was bred for highyield and early bulking. Attractive oval red tuberswith white flesh are great for those early summersalads or roasting. Resistant to hollow heart,second growth, and bruising. Medium semi-erectplant with purple flowers. Organic.425CO COLORADO ROSE 2.5# $6.35, 5# $10.75,

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DARK RED NORLAND Customers sometimesask, What should I choose for early spuds thatsteam up well? I always recommend Dark RedNorland; its easy to grow with consistent yieldsof beautiful round red tubers from large to small.Steam or boil some of these babies for those firstearly meals straight from the garden. Resistantto scab; fair storage. Purplish-blue flowers on amedium-sized plant.436RNO DARK RED NORLANDOrganic

2.5# $6.35, 5# $10.75, 10# $18.25, 20# $28.00,

50# $54.00439RNC DARK RED NORLAND Conventional

20# $14.75, 50# $20.00

MOUNTAIN ROSE With red skin and redflesh, this new release from Colorado joins PurpleMajesty in being very high in antioxidants.Developed from All Red and a white-fleshed chip-ping variety, Mountain Rose shows good promiseas a specialty variety for chefs and market garden-ers. A moist but not waxy texture makes it suitablefor most uses. Early to medium maturity and highyields. Resistant to second growth, hollow heart,shatter bruise, and some viruses. Slightly suscep-tible to fusarium dry rot. Semi-erect plants with

reddish-purple flowers. Organic.466MR MOUNTAIN ROSE 2.5# $6.35,5# $10.75, 10# $17.75, 20# $28.00, 50# $53.00

RED GOLD Always one of my favorites. Boiled orsteamed and tossed with butter, salt, and parsley,these will melt in your mouth. Rose red skin wrapsaround deep yellow flesh. Because its very earlyat 70 days, Red Gold is perfect for the marketgrower. Expect a huge set of 2-3 babies undereach plant. Moderately resistant to scab, with ashort dormancy. Dark purple flowers on mediumspreading plant. Conventional. (Organic seednot available for 2011.)479RGC RED GOLD 2.5# $5.50, 5# $10.25,

10# $15.50, 20# $20.00, 50# $36.00

SANGRE A beautiful potato with smooth, thick,red skin and white flesh, having wonderful boilingand baking qualities. Stores well, maintaining goodskin color. Bulks up quickly, so its good for earlynew potatoes. Resistant to hollow heart, moder-ately resistant to scab. Expect few l avender flowerson these large spreading plants.

482SAO SANGRE Organic2.5# $6.35, 5# $10.75,10# $17.75, 20# $28.00, 50# $53.00

485SAS SANGRE Sustainable50# $36.00

SATINAOh yes, the satiny yellow skin and yellowflesh of these oval-round tubers make for an excep-tional eating experience! With a smooth texture anda great flavor, Satinas eating qualities are compara-ble to Carola. An early- to mid-season German varietywith high yields and resistance to rhizoctonia, blackleg, scab and hollow heart. Field resistance to lateblight; good resistance to tarnished plant bugs andleafhoppers. Very good storage. Conventional.488ST SATINA 2.5# $5.00, 5# $8.00, 10# $12.00,

20# $20.00, 50# $25.00

How Much Seed Potato Do I Need?

1# will plant 5-8ft of row5# will plant 25ft of row

20# will plant 100ft of row

For fingerlings, use half t hese amounts.

Thanks so much for

offering these great varieties. JC, River Falls, WI

SUPERIOR Released in 1961 and havingone of the same parents as Kennebec, Caribeand Onaway, Superior is a widely-grown, popularvariety. Early maturing, moderately-high yieldsand minimal skinning enables growers to dig andmarket quickly. Round to oblong tubers with buff,slightly flaky skin and white flesh are suitable formany uses. Good resistance to internal defects andcommon scab. Years ago when we first startedgrowing our own food and buying local storagecrops, Superior was the potato we ate and storedall winter. Medium plant with pale lilac flowershaving white tips and stripes extending to center.Conventional.492SU SUPERIOR2.5# $4.35, 5# $7.50,

10# $11.60, 20# $14.75, 50# $20.00

YUKON GOLD In the U.S., Yukon Gold isas synonymous with yellow-fleshed potatoes asSilver Queen is to white corn. Deservedly knownas a nice potato, with great flavor and excellentstorage. Very popular with growers and consumersalike. Oval tubers with finely flaked buff skin, dis-tinctive pink eyes, and light yellow flesh. Mediumupright plant with light violet flowers.495YGO YUKON GOLD Organic2.5# $6.35,

5# $10.75, 10# $18.25, 20# $28.00, 50# $54.00

497YGC YUKON GOLD Conventional20# $14.75,

50# $20.00

Excellent product. Excellent service!

Thank you. - LH, Durham, NH

Mid-Season Potatoes (70-90 DAYS)NEW! ADIRONDACK BLUE Several yearsago I trialed Adirondack Blue and was impressedwith the results. Round to oblong, slightly flattenedtubers have glistening blue skin enclosing deep blueflesh without the white vascular ring. The moist,flavorful flesh is superb for mashing or salads; itsa favorite in taste tests. Very high in antioxidants.Spreading plants with tinges of blue have clustersof pure white flowers.512DBO ADIRONDACK BLUE Organic 2.5# $8.00,

5# $14.00, 10# $19.00, 20# $35.00, 50# $65.00

514DBC ADIRONDACK BLUE Conventional

20# $16.75, 50# $25.00

ADIRONDACK RED Trialing this new releasefrom the Cornell breeding program several yearsago, I was pleased with how well it performed.Oblong, slightly flattened tubers have lightly nettedpurplish-red skin and pink-red flesh; flavorful andmoist. So tasty for roasting and salads! Plants have

a heavy set high in the hill. Early maturity and

goodstorage. Contains naturally occurring anthrocya-nin, a powerful antioxidant. Spreading plant withpurple-red flowers sporting red anthers.515DRO ADIRONDACK RED Organic 2.5# $8.00,

5# $14.00, 10# $19.00, 20# $35.00, 50# $65.00

517DRC ADIRONDACK RED Conventional20# $16.75, 50# $25.00

CAROLA Just about everyone grows this goldenyellow tuber. The color of its sunny flesh isreminiscent of butter from cows fresh on pasture.The creamy texture and exquisite flavor is apleasure, whether steamed, boiled, baked, orfried. Originally from Germany, Carola has madea name for itself here with home gardeners,market farmers, and consumers alike. Whiteflowers; medium spreading plant. Organic.545CA CAROLA 2.5# $6.35, 5# $10.75,

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NEW! CHERRY RED Though not officiallyreleased, Cherry Red has been grown for an early- tomid-season red for more than ten years. Tubers setearly, and bulking occurs quickly. Space plants at9 to control size. Each plant should consistentlydevelop 8-9 tubers, but they tend to set shallowly,so hill them well. Attractive bright red skin and whiteflesh. Texture is a little drier than most reds; greatfor roasting, baking, or mashing. Moderately resis-tant to fusarium dry rot and rhizoctonia. Mediumvine with red-purple flowers. Organic.548CD CHERRY RED 2.5# $6.35, 5# $10.75,

10# $18.25, 20# $28.00, 50# $54.00

GOLDRUSH Released in 1992 from NorthDakota, GoldRush is a welcome addition to the rus-set repertoire. Attractive oblong-to-long tubers withsmooth russeted skin and extremely white flesh areespecially delicious for baking and fries. Mid-seasonmaturity, high yields, resistance to hollow heart,common scab, verticillium wilt, and drought havemade this variety popular. Large vigorous uprightvine has light lavender flowers. Organic.556GO GOLDRUSH 2.5# $6.35, 5# $10.75,

10# $17.75, 20# $28.00, 50# $53.00

KENNEBEC Released by the USDA in 1948,Kennebec is still one of the top-ten varieties grownin Maine. And no wonder! Its very dependableunder most growing conditions, with high yields oflarge, white-fleshed tubers. Good field resistance tolate blight. You can cook Kennebec any way boil,mash, or bake and enjoy a superb meal everytime. Excellent storage. Loads of white flowers coverthis large plant.570KEO KENNEBEC Organic 2.5# $8.00,

5# $14.00, 10# $19.00, 20# $35.00,50# $65.00

574KEC KENNEBEC Conventional 20# $14.75,

50# $20.00

NEW! KERRS PINK We never seem to haveenough of this heirloom from Ireland. First releasedin 1917, it is still widely grown today. The textureis what the Irish call floury that is, not reallymealy like a russet, but drier than most varieties. Toour taste, its delicately creamy, lending itself wellto mashing (with milk and butter, of course!). Thisis our daughter Rosies favorite yummy for thetummy. Round tubers with pink blushed beige skin,darker pink eyes and white flesh are classic. Whiteflowers on medium spreading plant.Sustainable.578KP KERRS PINK 2.5# $5.50, 5# $10.25,

10# $15.50, 20# $20.00, 50# $36.00

KEUKA GOLD Expect high uniform yields fromKeuka Gold, a recent release from the Cornell breed-ing program. Part of the Public Seed Initiative in2004, Keuka performed well under organic growingconditions. Though not as early as Yukon, it may bea good substitute. Buff skin and light yellow fleshwith eating qualities similar to Yukon Gold. Resistantto scab and golden nematode. White flowers on astrong vine.588KUO KEUKA GOLD Organic2.5# $8.00,

5# $14.00, 10# $19.00, 20# $35.00, 50# $65.00

590KUC KEUKA GOLD Conventional20# $14.75,

50# $20.00

NICOLA When I trialed Nicola, I was impressedby the generous yields of huge potatoes, all golden-skinned and golden-fleshed. Eating them wasanother delight! Home fries with onions, salt, andbutter were scrumptious. Nicola has a lower glyce-mic index than most varieties. Consistency makes ita good choice for the market grower. Developed inthe Netherlands and Germany. Immune to vir uses;resistant to blight.597NIO NICOLA Organic2.5# $6.35, 5# $10.75,

10# $17.75, 20# $28.00, 50# $53.00

600NIS NICOLA Sustainable50# $36.00

PURPLE MAJESTY Majestic purple flesh insidesatiny purple skin beautifully describes this newly-released variety from Colorado. All Blue crossedwith a white fleshed chipping variety has produceda royal potato exceptionally high in anthocyanin,an antioxidant. Oblong tubers make stunning chipsor fries. Resistant to most viruses, susceptible tofusarium dry rot. Ideal for early market or summereating; good for short-term storage only. Organic.608PM PURPLE MAJESTY 2.5# $6.35, 5# $10.75,

10# $17.75, 20# $28.00, 50# $53.00

PURPLE SUN (a.k.a. Peter Wilcox) Bred atUSDA/Beltsville for high levels of vitamin C (40%of RDA per serving) and the antioxidant carotenoid(15% higher than Yukon Gold). Round to oblongtubers have brilliant purple skin and dark yellowflesh, occasionally streaked with purple. Large set of2-3 tubers set high in the hill. Very tasty; excellentfor roasting or boiling. Excellent storage. Exceptionalnutritional values and market appeal make it a goodchoice. Spreading plant with mauve flowers.612PSO PURPLE SUN Organic2.5# $6.35,

5# $10.75, 10# $18.25, 20# $28.00, 50# $54.00

613PSC PURPLE SUN Conventional50# $25.00

PURPLE VIKING Truly a beautiful potato,with deep purple skin dappled with pink splashesand stripes. Bright white and creamy-good, theflesh bakes or mashes perfectly. This varietyproduces what we call lunkers, large oversizedpotatoes, so plant close (8-10) to controlsize. Small-to-medium spreading plant has someresistance to leafhoppers.615PVO PURPLE VIKING Organic2.5# $6.35,

5# $10.75, 10# $17.75, 20# $28.00, 50# $53.00

617PVS PURPLE VIKING Sustainable

50# $36.00

ROMANZE What an intriguing name! This darkred-skinned, yellow-fleshed potato from Germanyhas certainly added to our romance with the lowlyspud! Some of our favorite potato varieties havecome from Germany, and heres another. Oval tuberswith low to medium starch, just right for stir-fries orsalad. Some field resistance to late blight, powderyscab, and viruses. Also some resistance to tarnishedplant bugs and leafhoppers. High yield and moderatestorage from medium-maturing plants.Organic.626RO ROMANZE 2.5# $6.35, 5# $10.75,

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NEW!ROSE GOLD We are pleased to be ableto offer Rose Gold in response to many requests.Selected from a 1970 cross made in Ontario ofAbenaki and G6521-4RY, the male parent of RedGold. Pink-red skin encloses bright yellow fleshwith outstanding eating qualities. Great for soupsor dishes such as scalloped potatoes. Yields of largeround-oval tubers are comparable to Kennebec.Resistant to viruses, Rhizoctonia (black scurf) andsilver scurf; moderately resistant to scab. Fair stor-age, so eat quickly. Medium-sized, semi-erect plantwith numerous lavender flowers.Organic.642RE ROSE GOLD2.5# $8.50, 5# $15.50,

10# $21.00, 20# $38.00,50# $82.00

YELLOW FINN When you taste Yellow Finn youwill truly understand why in Europe it is considered agourmet potato. The dark yellow flesh is moist witha little mealiness, excellent for baking, mashing,or frying. Butter? Sour cream, anyone? Distinctlypear-shaped flat round tubers will set close and farfrom the plant. Have the children help you dig these.Organic.680YF YELLOW FINN 2.5# $6.35, 5# $10.75,

10# $17.75, 20# $28.00, 50# $53.00

Scalloped PotatoesHeres what I call a pantry dish one that is easily assembled from ingredients I alwayshave on hand. This is wonderful on a cold winter night, as a side dish to baked ham, venisonsteaks, or roast pork. Add a green salad or steamed broccoli for a beautifully balanced meal.

3 cups thinly sliced potatoes tsp paprika(peeled if desired) Try Kerr's Pink, tsp dried mustardRose Gold or Yellow Finn 3-4 tbs unbleached our

1 cups warm milk or cream 3-6 tbs butter1 tsp salt

Set a large pot of salted water to boil. Preheat oven to 350F. Lightly grease a 10 casserole dish thatis at least 3 deep. Parboil the potatoes; cook about 8 minutes until the potatoes are just tender.Drain the potatoes thoroughly. Combine the milk or cream, salt, paprika, and mustard. Layer thepotatoes into the dish, sprinkling each layer with our and bits of butter. Pour the seasoned milkover the potatoes, pressing them down very gently. Bake uncovered 35-45 minutes, until it islightly browned and the potatoes are very tender. Do not overcook. Serves 6-8.

This dish can be varied by adding bits of savory foods in between the potato layers. Try crumblesof crisp bacon, nely chopped onions or leeks, well-drained corn kernels, or nely diced hamor chicken. Leftovers reheat well; use a very gentle heat.

I'm happy to buy from aMaine seller. -AC, Cumberland, ME

BINTJE A classic Dutch variety released in 1910,Bintje (pronounced benjee) is still widely grownin Europe. Oblong tubers have smooth yellowskin and creamy golden flesh. Yummy for cornchowder made with locally-grown bacon and yourown corn. Produces a large tuber set, so space theplants at 16-18. Resistant to viruses but canbe susceptible to scab and late blight. Compactmedium plant with small white flowers. Organic.

710BJ BINTJE 2.5# $6.35, 5# $10.75,10# $17.75, 20# $28.00, 50# $53.00

CANELA RUSSET A late maturing russet withhigh yields and smooth attractive appearance.Long, oblong-flattened tubers have heavy russetskin and bright white flesh. Tubers set in the middleof the hill and average 9-10 tubers per plant.Performed well in our trials in 2008 and tastesgood too! Excellent for fries and baking. Resistantto viruses and has a long dormancy. Organic.729CN CANELA RUSSET 2.5# $6.35, 5# $10.75,10# $17.75, 20# $28.00, 50# $53.00

NEW!DESIREE Released from the Netherlandsin 1962, Desiree has become quite popular inEngland and Europe. Long, oval tubers with beauti-ful rosy skin and creamy yellow flesh. Excellentfor salads, boiling, or mashing. Good droughttolerance; moderate resistance to scab, and goodstorage. Upright plant with lots of red-violet flow-ers.Organic.732DS DESIREE 2.5# $6.35, 5# $10.75,

10# $17.75, 20# $28.00, 50# $53.00

GERMAN BUTTERBALL This is my favoritepotato, a round to oblong tuber with lightly nettedgolden skin that wraps around deep yellow flesh.Slightly mealy, this beauty is superb for everything frying, baking, mashing, soups you name it.Resistant to scab and viruses; some field resistanceto late blight, but susceptible to rhizoctonia. Largeupright vigorous plant with white blossoms.740GBO GERMAN BUTTERBALLOrganic2.5# $6.35, 5# $10.75, 10# $17.75, 20# $28.00,

50# $53.00

742GBS GERMAN BUTTERBALL Sustainable50# $36.00

GREEN MOUNTAIN Famous for its marvelousflavor and exceptional baking qualities. An heirloomreleased in 1885, bred in the Green Mountains ofVermont. Produces a high yield of light tan-skinned,white-fleshed tubers that store exceedingly well.Resistant to verticillium, blackleg, and fusarium stor-age rot, but susceptible to scab and viruses. Largespreading plant with big, white flowers.748GMO GREEN MOUNTAIN Organic2.5# $8.00, 5# $14.00, 10# $19.00, 20# $35.00,

50#$65.00

751GMC GREEN MOUNTAIN Conventional50# $20.00

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VARIETY PAGE SKIN COLOR FLESH COLOR SHAPE MATURITY YIELD STORAGE BEST USES

FINGERLING POTATOESBanana page 6 tan dark yellow fingerling mid high good salads, roastingFrench Fingerling page 6 rose-red yellow w/red ring fingerling late high good salads, roastingLaratte page 6 tan dark yellow fingerling mid-late high good salads, roastingPurple Peruvian NEW! page 6 purple dark purple fingerling very late medium-high good salads, roastingRed Thumb page 6 bright red dark pink fingerling late high good salads, roastingRose Finn Apple page 6 rose-blushed beige dark yellow fingerling mid-late medium-high good salads, roastingBLUE-SKINNED POTATOESCaribe page 7 dark blue white oblong early high good boiling, mashingAdirondack Blue NEW! page 9 deep blue blue oblong mid high good salads, boiling, friesPurple Majesty page 11 purple purple oblong early-mid medium-high fair salads, boiling, fries

Purple Sun page 11 purple yellow round-oblong mid medium-high excellent all purposePurple Viking page 11 pink-splashed purple white round mid high excellent mashing, bakingRED-SKINNED POTATOESChieftan page 7 red white round early-mid high good steam, boilingColorado Rose page 7 red white oval early high good salads, roastingDark Red Norland page 8 dark red white round early high fair steam, boilingMountain Rose page 8 red red oval early-mid high fair all purposeRed Gold page 8 rose-red deep yellow round early high fair steam, boilingSangre page 8 dark red white oval early high excellent all purposeAdirondack Red page 9 purplish-red pink-red oblong early-mid medium-high good boiling, mashingCherry Red NEW! page 10 red white round mid high good boiling, mashingRomanze page 11 dark red yellow oval mid medium-high fair salads, roastingRose Gold NEW! page 12 pink-red deep yellow oblong mid medium-high fair salads, roastingDesiree NEW! page 13 rose red deep yellow oblong late medium-high good salads, roastingRed Maria (NY 129) NEW! page 16 bright red white round late high good all purposeRed Pontiac page 16 dark red white round-oblong late medium-high excellent mashingYELLOW POTATOESSatina page 8 yellow yellow oval-round early-mid high good all purpose

Yukon Gold page 9 buff yellow oval early low-medium excellent all purposeCarola page 9 yellow yellow oblong mid medium good all purposeKeuka Gold page 10 buff yellow round mid high good all purposeNicola page 11 yellow yellow oval mid high good all purposeYellow Finn page 12 yellow yellow oval-flat mid medium-high excellent boiling, mashing or fryingGerman Butterball page 13 netted yellow yellow round-oblong late high excellent baking, friesBintje page 13 yellow yellow oblong late high excellent soups, mashingBUFF-SKINNED POTATOESCobbler page 7 buff white round early high fair steam, boilingSuperior page 9 buff white round early high good all purposeKennebec page 10 buff white oblong mid high excellent all purposeGreen Mountain page 13 light tan white oblong late medium excellent baking, friesKatahdin page 16 buff white flat-round late high excellent all purposeOTHER SPECIALTIESCanela Russet page 13 heavy russet white oblong late high good baking, friesGoldRush page 10 smooth russet white oblong-long mid high excellent baking, friesKerr's Pink NEW! page 10 pink blushed beige white round mid medium-high good soups, mashing

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STUTTGARTER ONION SETS The oldstandby for yellow storage onions from sets. 2-3diameter bulbs are flat bottomed and have a nicestrong flavor. Excellent storage into June. For thebest yields, plant as soon as the ground can beworked. Onions are picky; feed well and keep themweeded. Conventional.110ST STUTTGARTER 1# $5.00,3# $10.00, 10# $30.00, 25# $60.00

RED BARON ONION SETS Areally nice red onion with flavor nottoo pungent. Great raw in salads andsandwiches. Though not as large or high-yieldingas Stuttgarter, Red Baron is a nice addition to youronion bin. Ive experienced good storage, easilyinto May. Keep them fed and weeded; they dontlike competition. Conventional.115RB RED BARON 1# $5.50, 3# $12.00,10# $35.00, 32# $84.00

POTATO ONIONS Similar to shallots, asthey divide into clusters. Why are they calledpotato onions? Ive wondered that myself.When harvesting, though, I noticed that thebulbs clustered underneath each other like a hillof potatoes. Another allium with great storagequalities well into June or July. Flavor is strong andsmooth; not as pungent as Stuttgarter. Clustersof 10-12 bulbs have a large size range from to 3.Available to order from our website after

August 25, 2011, depending on crop results.

PICASSO DUTCH SHALLOTS A new,improved shallot with rich, red-brown skin andcrisp pink-tinged flesh. Mild flavored bulbs are greatfor fresh use in salads or sauted veggies. Storeswell after harvest. Conventional.132PC PICASSO 1# $7.00, 3# $14.00,10# $39.00, 25# $80.00

YELLOW MOON DUTCH SHALLOTS High-quality golden skinned, round bulbs produce heav-ily and mature early. Bulbs have a sweet delicateflavor and aroma. Stores well.126YMO YELLOW MOON Organic

1# $10.00, 3# $32.00, 10# $95.00, 25# $180.00

128YMC YELLOW MOON Conventional10# $39.00, 25# $80.00

RED SUN FRENCH SHALLOTS I was neverentranced with French shallots as I thought theywere too little to bother with. But having to usethem when my regular onions were gone, I reallycame to enjoy their exquisite flavor. The distinctivetaste means you only need to use a few at a time,so their small size becomes an advantage. Storage?Into July! Plant one shallot bulb and youll geta cluster of 6-10 plants. These can be pulled offfor green scallions or left to mature into bulbs forstorage. Feed em and weed em. Sustainable.120RS RED SUN 1# $12.00, 3# $30.00,10# $95.00, 25# $225.00

KATAHDIN Still very popular here in theNortheast, this old standard has been around since1932. Flat to round tubers with smooth buff skinand white flesh. High yielding and drought resis-tant; adaptable to many growing conditions. Oneof the best for any of your winter soups. Excellentstorage. Numerous light purple flowers on largespreading plants.Conventional.760KAC KATAHDIN 2.5# $4.35, 5# $7.50,

10# $11.60, 20# $14.75, 50# $20.00

NEW! RED MARIA (a.k.a. NY 129)

Finally, we have a beautiful name for NY 129,a late-season red potato developed by the Cornellbreeding program. Ive grown this variety in mytrials several times and was always impressedwith the yield and uniformity of these large, roundtubers. Bright, red skin is lightly textured and holdscolor well in storage. Few pick-outs and internaldefects. Resistant to golden nematode and com-

mon scab. Red-purple flowers on a dark, greenupright plant showed some resistance to leafhop-pers and tarnished plant bugs.Organic.765RM RED MARIA 2.5# $6.35, 5# $10.75,

10# $18.25, 20# $28.00, 50# $54.00

RED PONTIAC Ive always liked this potatofor mashing, due to its especially good flavor andtexture. Dark red smooth skin on oblong to roundtubers with white flesh. Though Red Pontiac issusceptible to second growth and hollow heart,the yield and storage qualities still make it a

good choice. With its large set and early bulking,some growers may find this variety useful for newpotatoes. These spuds get huge; plant a little closer(8-10) to control size. Large spreading plant haslight purple flowers with white tips. Conventional.778RP RED PONTIAC 2.5# $4.35, 5# $7.50,

10# $11.60, 20# $14.75, 50# $20.00

ONION VARIETY PG TYPE SKIN COLOR FLESH COLOR STORAGE FLAVOR COMMENTS

Single BulbStuttgarter 17 single bulb yellow white excellent strong dependableRed Baron 17 single bulb red purple/white good medium strong good rawMultiplier OnionPotato Onion 17 cluster of bulbs yellow white excellent strong very prolicRed Sun French Shallot 17 cluster of bulbs reddish purple purple/white excellent medium sweet exquisite avorPicasso Dutch Shallot 17 cluster of bulbs red-brown pink-tinged excellent mild easy to growYellow Moon Dutch Shallot 17 cluster of bulbs golden white excellent sweet easy to grow

GARLIC VARIETY PG TYPE PAPER COLOR CLOVE SKIN COLOR STORAGE FLAVOR COMMENTS

Porcelain-hardneckGeorgian Crystal 18 bulb w/cloves white brown-tinged red very good hot winter hardyGeorgian Fire 18 bulb w/cloves white tan-streaked maroon very good hot winter hardyGerman Extra-Hardy 18 bulb w/cloves white dark red very good hot winter hardyMusic 19 bulb w/cloves white/hint of pink pink-tinged very good sweet winter hardyRocambole-hardneckGerman Red 18 bulb w/cloves white/pinkish-red pinkish-red tinge very good medium re winter hardyPhillips 19 bulb w/cloves white tan good medium re winter hardyRussian Red 19 bulb w/cloves copper-purple over white brown good strong-sweet winter hardyArtichoke-softneckInchelium Red NEW! 19 bulb w/cloves white tan very good medium winter hardyPolish Red 19 bulb w/cloves purplish red over tan tan-blushed purplish-red excellent smooth re winter hardy

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NEW!INCHELIUM RED A popular artichokegarlic that has a soft neck ideal for braiding. Thesebulbs easily grow to 3 with 9-20 cloves each! Themild flavor is great for roasting and general use.Feed, water and weed well for the best yield andbulb size. Stores easily for 6-9 months. Limitedsupply as we increase planting stock; order early.Limit 1# per customer. Sustainable.245IR INCHELIUM RED# $10.00, 1# $18.00

MUSIC Beautiful porcelain hard-neck type having4-7 huge, uniform cloves with a sweet, pungent

flavor. Bulbs have a hint of pink and can easilygrow to 2-3 in size. Tall majestic plant. Storesup to nine months. Limited supply aswe increase planting stock; order early.Limit# per customer. Organic.256MU MUSIC # $12.00

PHILLIPS An heirloom rocambole garlic collectedfrom a gardener in Phillips, Maine by Will Bonsallof the Scatterseed Project. Known for its largebulbs, winter hardiness, and good storage. Gainingpopularity here in Maine. Limited supply as weincrease planting stock; order early. Organic.271PH PHILLIPS # $10.00, 1# $18.00

POLISH RED Weve been growing this soft-neckor artichoke garlic for many years. It came to usfrom a grower in New York and may have beencalled Polish White at the time. In our soils, thecoloring has changed to show a definite tint ofpurplish-red on the outer skins. Very hardy andprolific. Expect 6-10 large fat cloves, tan blushedwith purplish-red. No small inner cloves like mostsoftneck varieties. Easy peeling and very long stor-age; weve enjoyed these as late as July! Goodflavor, though milder than the porcelain varieties.The demand has been stronger than the supply.

May be available to order from our website afterAugust 25, 2011, depending on crop results.

RUSSIAN RED A popular rocambole grownfor its large copper-veined, purple blotched bulbs.Strong flavor with a sweet aftertaste. Brought tothe Northwest by Russian Doukhobor immigrantsin the 1900s. 8-13 brown cloves per bulb. Doublesare common. Very winter-hardy. Organic.279RR RUSSIAN RED # $9.50, 1# $16.00,

5# $62.00, 20# $200.00

ALISONS GARLIC SAMPLER Heres anopportunity to try some different types and varietiesof garlic. Alisons Garlic Sampler offers four half-pound packages of different varieties that include at

least two different types; our choice. Organic andsustainably grown.201AGS ALISON'S GARLIC SAMPLER

(Four # pkts) 2# $38.00

GEORGIAN CRYSTAL Weve been growingGeorgian Crystal for many years and weve enjoyedits consistent yields and size. A porcelain hard-neckvariety that is very hardy here in central Maine, itssatiny white bulb wrappers cover 3-7 fat cloves,with brown skins slightly tinged with red. It has anice robust flavor thats a little hot. Stores well untilApril. Originates in the Republic of Georgia betweenthe Black Sea and the Aral Sea. Organic.211GC GEORGIAN CRYSTAL # $9.50,

1# $16.00, 5# $62.00, 20# $200.00

GERMAN EXTRA-HARDY Also called GermanStiffneck, German White or Northern White. Verywinter-hardy porcelain variety having a large rootsystem to help withstand the freezing and thawingcycle that heaves the bulbs out of the ground. Verywhite wrappers over 3-5 dark red cloves. Largewell-formed heads have a strong and robust flavor.Stores well. Limited supply as we increase plantingstock; order early. Organic.220GE GERMAN EXTRA HARDY # $10.00,

1# $18.00

GEORGIAN FIRE We chose this porcelain hard-neck garlic for its large bulbs and beautiful, paperywhite skins. And of course, we love the fiery flavor.Its cloves (4-7 tall, fat ones) are a glistening tan

streaked with maroon. Tall, majestic plants haveswirly scapes and are very hardy. Limited supply aswe increase planting stock; order early. Organic.232GF GEORGIAN FIRE # $10.00, 1# $18.00

GERMAN RED The standard rocambole that weall love. This was one of the first stiff-necked variet-ies to become widely popular. White wrappers witha slight pinkish-red tinge over flattened bulbs. Itseight to fifteen brown-skinned cloves peel easily.Youll love the spicy, rich garlic flavor with a littlefire. Loves the cold, northern winters and storesinto the spring. Organic.243GR GERMAN RED # $9.50, 1# $16.00,

5# $62.00

Garlic Seed for Fall PlantingThis year, we offer seven stiffneck varieties and one softneck variety, all certified organicor sustainable, and grown here in Maine. All are hardy and productive in our northern climate.Order now and we will ship in the fall starting September 12, 2011. Planting instructions willbe sent with your order. You may also download the instructions at www.mainepotatolady.com.

How Much Onion or GarlicSeed Do I Need?

1# Onion setswill plant 100 row ft.

1# Shallots or Potato Onionswill plant 7-9 row ft.

1# Garlic will plant 20-40 row ft.depending on the variety

This year's potato crop looksreal good. Thanks! JM, Oak Park, IL


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Cover Crops & Green ManuresWe incorporate cover crops and green manures

into our farm plan and rotations to build beneficial

levels of organic matter and humus in our soil.

Green manure or plow down crops can add sub-

stantial amounts of enriching biomass or organic

matter to the soil. Legumes provide essential nitro-

gen. As this matter feeds the soil organisms, they

in turn break down the organic matter and release

a wealth of nutrients to feed the next crop. Cover

crops protect against erosion, holding together all

that precious topsoil that we have worked hard

to build up. Here is a selection of the basic greenmanure crops that we use.

BUCKWHEAT With its wide, heart-shaped leavesand rapid growth, buckwheat is the best greenmanure crop for weed suppression. Buckwheat isalso widely used for building worn-out soils, asit accumulates phosphorous, potassium, calcium,and nitrogen, making all these nutrients availableto the next crop. Its fibrous root system improvessoil aeration and friability, encouraging earthwormactivity. Plant after danger of frost, then work intothe soil at 6-8 weeks before the flowers set seed.Or plant as a late summer or fall cover crop 40-60

days before the first frost; leave it to winterkill,then plant directly into it in the spring. Buckwheatdoes better on poor soils than any other cover crop,but it does not like hot, dry conditions. Seed at45-90#/acre or 2#/1000 sq ft. Organic.902BK BUCKWHEAT2# $4.50,5# $9.00,25# $32.00, 50# $52.00

OATS We think of oats as a healing crop forthe soil, as they have a special link with the soilmicrobes to break down humus. Oats grow veryquickly, smothering weeds almost as effectivelyas buckwheat, especially when planted with bell

beans or field peas. Worked into the soil, oatsprovide large amounts of organic matter while thelegumes provide nitrogen. Oats are excellent asa nurse crop for legumes and grasses, providingweed control and winter protection. Because theywinterkill, they are great for gardeners; the plantresidue works into the soil easily, or other crops canbe planted directly into it. Sow oats any time, fromspring (as soon as the soil can be worked) rightup until the end of September. Plant at a rate of100#/acre or 3#/1000 sq ft. Organic.915OT OATS 2# $4.00, 5# $6.00, 25# $23.00,

48# $33.00

Soils Are Alive!Our soils are alive! At LaCourse Family Farm, we have grown ourown food for many years. We see and feel the fullness and life inour soil. We know that the healthy soil needed to support us now andin the future must be balanced in nutrients, humus, and healthy soilorganisms. We feed our soil with organic matter and soil amendmentsbecause we know that healthy soil will feed our plants and nourishour bodies.

We are pleased to offer a selection of cover crops, soil amendments, and

microorganisms to help you develop a rich, healthy soil in which to grow nutritious crops.

WINTER RYE We always plant rye for wintercover after the potatoes are harvested, as well asin any other field that is open. Rye is very hardyand winters over consistently, germinating andgrowing at 40F and surviving down to -33F. Ryeis an excellent catch crop as it has an extensive rootsystem and is very efficient at taking up solublenutrients left by previous crops. Rye provides alarge amount of organic matter and has alleopathiceffects on weeds. Great for straw: cut and bale atmilk stage to prevent seed production. Seed frommid-August to mid-October alone or with hairy vetchat 90-160#/acre or 4#/1000 sq ft. Organic.926RY WINTER RYE 2# $4.00, 5# $6.00,

25# $22.00, 50# $33.00

BELL BEANS Also known as fava bean or horsebean, this is the small-seeded variety used forgreen manure crops. A cool season annual thatoriginated in the Mediterranean, this plant haswonderfully lush, fleshy leaves on thick straightstalks, 2-5 feet tall. Tolerates a wide range ofsoils. Will fix 70-220#/acre of nitrogen andprovides loads of organic matter. A densely plantedcrop provides good weed control. Bell beans dowell intercropped with oats or barley, and providethe legume green manure crop to rotate withgarden peas and beans, as they are not fromthe same family. Turn under when plants firstflower, or cut first, allow to wilt, then till under.Hardy to 25F. Flowers attract lacewings, ants,and parasitic wasps. Seed at 125-200#/acre or5#/1000sq ft. Conventional.935BB BELL BEANS 2# $6.50, 5# $12.00,

25# $47.00, 50# $77.00

FIELD PEAS We like to plant this legume withoats or barley for a real soil-building crop. Thegrains provide ample biomass, as well as stalks forthe peas to climb, and the peas provide nitrogen.

Field pea residues decompose rapidly, contributingup to 1.7 tons of dry matter and 100 poundsof nitrogen per acre. Field peas like cool moistgrowing conditions and are frost-tolerant onceestablished. Seed at 70-160#/acre or 4#/1000sq ft. Organic.948FP FIELD PEAS 2# $6.00, 5# $8.00,

25# $28.00, 50# $48.00

HAIRY VETCH A hardy legume that we usuallyplant with rye to overwinter and plow in the springbefore we plant potatoes. Vigorous growth sup-presses weeds, but large plants can be a problemto mow or plow. Turn under when the rye is 8"-12tall or 2 weeks before planting the next crop. Vetchsupplies 60-140#/acre of nitrogen and 4500#/acre of biomass, depending on its maturity whenit is turned under. Its succulent vines decomposerapidly. And the blue flowers are just lovely in avase on the kitchen table. Seed at 20-40#/acre or1#/1000 sq ft. Organic.960HV HAIRY VETCH 1# $6.00, 2# $10.00,

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Soil-Building MixesWe often plant a mix of grains and legumesto boost production of biomass, to form moresoil organic matter, and to suppress weedsmore effectively than either crop will do alone.These mixed crops complement each other inother ways as well. The grain stalks providesupport for the vine-like legumes, while the

grains roots improve topsoil crumb structure.The deep legume taproots open the subsoil,enhancing drainage, bringing up minerals, andfixing nitrogen from the air.OATS AND FIELD PEAS45% Oats/55% Field Peas. Grows quickly andturns under easily. Will winter kill at 20F. Turnunder or plant directly into the plant residue.Organic oats and organic field peas.961OP OATS/FIELD PEA MIX2# $5.00,5# $7.00, 25# $26.00, 50# $44.00

OATS AND BELL BEANS40% Oats/60% Bell Beans. Great mix to use inrotation with your garden peas. Good cool seasongrowth. Organic Oats and ConventionalBell Beans.964OB OATS/BELL BEAN MIX2# $8.00,

5# $12.00, 25# $50.00, 50# $88.00

RYE AND HAIRY VETCH70% Rye/30% Hairy Vetch. The standard wintercover crop. Rye grows at 40F and the vetch willoverwinter. Allow spring growth to 8-12" tall. Tillunder two weeks before planting the primary crop.Organic rye and organic hairy vetch.965RV RYE/VETCH MIX 2# $5.00, 5# $11.00,

25# $36.00, 50# $65.00

Just love, love, love

your potatoes, onions

and garlic! VF, Ilion, NY

Ask Alison...What is sustainable farming? Sustainability is aprinciple by which farmers use sound farming practices

to meet their needs in the present while consciouslysustaining and preserving resources for future generations.Sustainability encompasses three areas: land and naturalresources stewardship; plant and animal productionpractices; and the way in which the farm contributes to,and is integrated in, the community.

Land and Natural Resources The sustainable farmerthinks about and uses water resources wisely. To maintainquality and minimize pollution, the farmer must considerthings like types of irrigation, salinity buildup in the soil, andrunoff pollution. Around the farm, the sustainable farmerplans for wildlife by protecting a variety of habitats andproviding eld head rows and wind breaks. The farmer usesgood tillage practices, cover crops, and mulch to minimize soilerosion, and considers using alternative on-farm energies suchas biodiesel or wind.

Plant and Animal Production Practices The sus-tainable farmer believes in healthy soil, healthy plants, andhealthy animals. Soils are alive and must be nurtured andfed to sustain us now and in the future. Animal and greenmanures, compost, tillage, and crop diversication are the

building blocks of healthy soil. Natural and renewable inputsare used as much as possible, with synthetic inputs used verylittle or not at all.

Integration of Farm and Community The sustainablefarm contributes to the community in many ways: throughfair labor practices (equal opportunities, fair wages, andgood working conditions); by purchasing supplies for farmand home locally; and by providing quality foods and otherproducts to members of the community.

Two of the growers who supply seed to The Maine PotatoLady practice sustainable agriculture. These conscientiousfamilies care about their farms and their communities andhave committed themselves to preserving these for futuregenerations. We are proud to provide their products to you;look for the word Sustainable at the end of the productdescription.

Fertilizers & InoculantsAs farmers, we need affordable and user-friendlyfertilizers to feed our crops (and, ultimately,ourselves). The best fertilizers spread easilywith standard equipment and provide the rightnutrients to enhance the health of our soil. Hereis a selection of products we like, both for easeof use and for the benefits they bring.

FISH MEAL (8-3-0 N-P-K) Weve used thisby-product of the salmon industry for many years

on our potato and garlic crops. It provides readily-available nitrogen as well as some phosphorousand a good dose of calcium. Flows fairly wellthrough a drop spreader or spinner spreader. Mixwith other pelleted amendments to improve flow-ability and decrease trips on the field. Also greatfor side-dressing corn or squash. Apply at 5#/200sq ft or 25#/1000 sq ft. MOFGA-approved.983FM FISH MEAL 5# $6.00, 50# $35.00

NEW! PRO NUTRIWAVE POULTRYFERTILIZER (4-1-3 N-P-K) Dehydrated poultrylitter recycled, pasteurized and pathogen-free from our Canadian neighbors. Safe to use onseedlings as well as in your garden. Dry, granulatedform is easy to use. Spread and work into the soilor side-dress heavy feeding crops. Apply at 5#/100sq ft or 50#/1000 sq ft. USDA certified andMOFGA-approved.988NW NUTRIWAVE5# $6.00, 50# $18.00

MUSTARD SEED MEAL (4.5-2.6-1.2 N-P-K)A new product locally made from Maine-grownmustard seed. A good nitrogen source with addedbenefits! Reported to have inhibitory effects onsoil-borne pathogens and fungi. Also may haveweed-suppressing abilities. A byproduct of MaineNatural Oils which produces non-GMO mustard oiland canola oil here in Maine. Apply at 5#/100sq ft or 50#/1000 sq ft. MOFGA-approved.991MM MUSTARD MEAL 5# $6.00, 50# $35.00


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Visit Our Website for More New Products, Specials, and Growing Instructions!

ACTINOVATE LG AND AG We are startingto work with different biological products to helpcontrol the pathogens that plague us. Actinovateis a biological fungicide consisting of Streptomyceslydicus, a bacterium used as a soil and seed coat-ing application for the suppression and controlof fusarium, rhizoctonia, pythium, phytophthora,sclerotinia, altenaria, and other root-decay fungi.When applied to the soil, Actinovate also breaksdown minerals and micronutrients so that the plantsmay more readily take them up. Also used as a fol iar

spray for control of Powdery Mildew, Downy Mildew,Alternaria, Botrytis, and other foliar fungi includ-ing phytophthora. Apply throughout the growingseason. Actinovate is completely water-soluble,not requiring agitation to keep it in solution. Maybe tank-mixed with other fungicides, insecticides,and fertilizers, unless otherwise restricted. Do notmix with bactericides. Can be applied through boomsprayers, sprinklers, and irrigation systems. Applyat 4-6 oz per 100 gallons of water or 1 teaspoonper 2 gallons. Please refer to the label for completeinstructions. Not toxic to bees. OMRI-A.801LG ACTINOVATELG(Lawn & Garden) 2oz pkt $20.00

804AG ACTINOVATE AG(Agricultural) 18oz bag $90.00

LEGUME INOCULANT Use to treat field peas,vetch, or bell beans. Rhizobia bacteria enables thelegumes to fix nitrogen on their roots. Moisten theseed slightly, sprinkle on the inoculant, then plantimmediately. Inoculants have a one-year shelf life.No GMO. OMRI-A.825IC-10INOCULANT treats 10# of seeds $2.50

825IC-100INOCULANT treats 100# of seeds $4.50

MYCO SEED TREAT (MST) Weve been usingMST for several years to help control Rhizoctonia orBlack Scurf and other soil diseases on our potatoes.We are now using it with Actinovate (see above) andhave seen greatly improved control. MST combinesplant-friendly fungi, including Mycorrhizae and bacte-ria, in a dry nutrient package. For use on all crops,whether in a potting soil, directly with transplants, orin the planter box with the seed. Recommended rateis 4#/cu yd in potting soil; 1#/500 transplants; or4-8oz/100# seed. OMRI-A.842MY-2 MYCO SEED TREAT 2oz $9.00

842MY-8 MYCO SEED TREAT 8oz $22.00

842MY-1 MYCO SEED TREAT 1# $40.00

Managing Fusarium Dry Rot in PotatoesThe Fusarium fungi (F. sambucinum and solani)cause dry rot and seed-piece decay in potatoes duringstorage and in the field. Fusarium is usually manifestedin a dry rot characterized by sunken, wrinkled, brownto black lesions. The tissues can be crusty and canexhibit different colored molds. Once the piece isweakened by fusarium, wet rots caused by soft rotbacteria usually follow. Fusarium, which is presentnearly everywhere in our environment, gains entrance

into the tuber through wounds or injuries sustainedduring harvesting, handling, and cutting operationsprior to planting. If infections are left unchecked, theywill cause the tubers to rot slowly during storage, orwill cause seed piece decay after planting, resulting ina poor stand and lost yields. The growth of fusariumis inhibited below 40F, but temperatures greater than50F allow growth, with growth being more rapid atwarmer temperatures. Some varieties are much moresusceptible to fusarium than others (Yukon Gold,Purple Majesty, and Mountain Rose, for example).

Dry rot can be difficult to identify, as the decay isusually internal rather than on the surface of the piece.Dry rot is often caused by bruising during harvest.Seed lots are allowed 2% dry rot at shipping time;

grading may be required to meet this tolerance.Susceptibility to dry rot increases during storage,making the risk greatest at planting time. Because thefresh cut surface of cut seed is an ideal entry site forthe fusarium fungi, it is always best to cut and plant inone operation. Prolonged holding of pre-cut seed underimproper conditions is risky and can cause severe dryrot or seed-piece decay of the cut seed.

Because fusarium is present in most soils, it isimpossible to eliminate it entirely from any growingoperation. Follow these guidelines to minimize therisk in your own crops.

INSPECT your seed as soon as it arrives. As soon asyou receive your order, open the package immediatelyand inspect each seed piece in each bag. Openthe bags to encourage air flow and to remove anypotatoes that show signs of fusarium. If some pieceshave small spots of dry rot, you can cut these off andplant the healthy pieces.

REPORT any problems to us immediately. We maybe able send a replacement right away and advise youon proper storage and handling.

STORE the seed properly. If your planting date ismore than a few weeks away from the time youreceive the seed, you may choose to greensproutyour seed (refer to the growing instructions includedin your order) or store it in a cool place (below 50Fbut above freezing).

WARM your seed gradually, by positioning it inindirect light at 55F-60F for two weeks beforeplanting. This step will condition the seed potato so asto minimize bruising.

PLANT the seed in well-aerated, moist soil. Inspectthe seed before planting, removing or trimmingpieces that show signs of infection. Be sure that thesoil is between 50F-60F, which is the optimumtemperature to encourage wound healing and tominimize decay. Any time you plant in conditionsoutside this range, you risk fusariam infection andseed piece decay, which can occur whether the fungusis in the seed piece or already present in your soil.

REMEMBER that once you receive, inspect, andaccept your seed and deem it healthy, any lateroccurrence of seed piece decay is probably dueto post-receipt storage, handling and preparation,growing conditions, pre-existing fusarium in the soil,and/or the susceptibility of the variety.

Certified Potato Seed A rigorous certification and inspec-tion process (distinct from organic certification) ensures thatseed potato meets standards for freedom from diseases orpests. All the potato seed sold by The Maine Potato Lady iscertified by the state in which it is grown. Our products mustalso meet the certification requirements of the State of MaineDepartment of Agriculture. During the growing season, each lotis field inspected three times for specific pests and diseases.A 400-tuber sample, taken at harvest time, is grown out inFlorida during the winter, then visually inspected for viruses andfor variety purity. In order to be designated as Certified Seed,the sample must show 5% or less total virus. Certification is notcomplete until the winter grow-out inspection has been final-ized (usually at the end of January). Certification representsonly that the seed potatoes were inspected and certified inaccordance with the state regulations.

Organic or Certified Organic Both of these terms referonly to products that have been produced on a farm that meetsthe standards established by the National Organic Program ofthe U.S. Department of Agriculture. The farm must complywith USDA/NOP regulations and pass an inspection by anapproved accredited certifying agency. Production practicesmust enhance the health of the farm. No synthetic inputsare allowed.

Conventional In conventional agriculture, synthetic inputs(fertilizers, insecticides, fungicides, and herbicides) are usedto produce the highest yields and maximize profits. Thereare good conventional growers who use crop rotation andintegrated pest management to minimize their use of syn-thetic inputs. The Maine Potato Lady offers products from somecarefully-selected conventional growers.

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Volume Discount DeadlineMarch 11, 2011

$100 - $249 discount 5%$250 - $449 discount 10%$450 - $849 discount 15%$850 or more discount 20%

Sales tax for orders shipped to Maineaddresses or picked up at our facility

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ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION QTY SIZE UNIT PRICE TOTAL WEIGHT TOTAL PRICE

265GB SAMPLE GERMAN BUTTERBALL 2 50# $52.00 100# $104.00

Will you accept substitutions?o YES o NO

Delivery Options:o Standard Delivery(ships after April 1st)o March Shipment(order by Jan 31st)o Customer pick-up

Sweet Potato Ship Dates (check one)o May 9tho May 16tho May 23rdo May 31st

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MAINE SALES TAX 5%

SHIPPING for all products except garlic, fallalliums and sweet potato slips (see p.26)

SHIPPING for garlic and fall alliums (see p.26)

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SHIPPING ZONE 0-2# 3-10# 11-20# 21-30# 31-40# 41-50# 51-200# 201#+

Zone 1 (ME, NH, VT,MA, CT, RI, NY, PA, NJ)

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Zone 2 (All other states east of8.35 12.90 18.50 24.50 30.35 34.25 .70/lb

the Mississippi)

Zone 3 (All states west of9.60 15.55 23.60 32.10 40.50 47.20 .98/lb

the Mississippi except HI & AK)

HI & AK- Priority Mail Only 9.60 Contact us for rates.

2011 Ordering and Shipping Schedule

January 31 Last date to qualify for March shipment.

March 1 March shipping begins. See Delivery Options, p.27

March 11 Last date to qualify for volume discounts, see p.27

April 1 Shipping begins for seed potatoes and springallium orders not scheduled for March shipment.

April 22 After this date, select ion and supplies of seed

potatoes, onion sets, and shallots is very limited.May 9, 16,23, 31

Shipping dates for sweet potato slips. (chooseyour date option on order form, p.27)

September 12 Shipping begins for garlic and fall alliums.

October 22 Last date to order garlic and fall alliums.

Placing Orders. For best selection and availability, orderearly. Please note special order dates for spring and fallplantings. We process and ship orders in the order in whichthey are received. You may order cover crops, soil inoculants,and fertilizers at any time; we ship these products throughoutthe year, generally within one week of receipt when orderedseparately from seed potatoes and alliums.

Substitutions. Because of weather and other factorsassociated with live plants, availability of specific varieties isnot guaranteed. When necessary, we will make substitutionsas follows: For organic varieties, well either substitute the

same variety, sustainably or conventionally grown, or anotherorganic variety similar in season and color. For conventionalor sustainable varieties, well substitute a variety similar inseason and color. You may indicate on your order form if youdo not want substitutions.

Shipping. Because sweet potato slips, garlic, and fallalliums are shipped separately, please calculate shippingcosts for these products separately and enter them in thedesignated lines on the order form. We reserve the right todelay shipping of any orders when the weather is too cold toship your products safely.

Pick-Up Option. To save on shipping costs, you may pickany orders at our Newport, Maine facility. If you check thisoption on the order form, we will send a postcard or emailwhen your order is ready, with tra vel directions and suggestedpick-up times. 5% Maine Sales Tax applies to pick-up orders.

Payment. All orders must be prepaid. Payment may bemade by check, money order, or Visa/MasterCard. There isa $25.00 charge for returned checks. Prices are subject tochange without notice.

Handling and Growing Instructions are includedwith each order and are also available on our website,www.mainepotatolady.com. Please follow these instructionscarefully for best results.

Three Ways to Order:

Online: At our secure sitewww.mainepotatolady.com

Mail: Use the order form on page 27, or print onefrom our website. Mail to:The Maine Potato Lady,P.O. Box 65, Guilford, ME 04443

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Inside This IssueWELCOME! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

About Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3About Our Certified Seed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Our Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

NEW!SWEET POTATOES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5POTATOES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Fingerling Potatoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Early Potatoes (55-70 Days) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Mid-Season Potatoes (70-90 Days) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Late-Season Potatoes (90-110 Days) . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 16Alisons Spud Specs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15

ALLIUMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Alison's Alliums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17Onion Sets, Shallots, and Potato Onions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Garlic Seed for Fall Planting 18

SOILS ARE ALIVE! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Cover Crops & Green Manures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Soil Building Mixes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Fertilizers & Inoculants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

RESOURCESAsk Alison: Sustainable Farming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Coming to Terms: Certified, Organic, or Conventional? . . . . .24From Alisons Kitchen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12How Much Onion or Garlic Seed Do I Need?. . . . . . . . . . . . 1 8How Much Seed Potato Do I Need? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Managing Fusarium Dry Rot in Potatoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

ORDERING AND SHIPPING INFORMATION . . . . . . 26

ORDER FORM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Back Cover

Catalog for Organic Seeds

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