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Sweet, crisp, fresh, and finally a little colorful again.

From berries to greens to early corn, this is the shift into better eating—no guessing, no forcing it.

If it’s in season, it’s in your box.

Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food! 👩‍🌾🥬

Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food! 👩‍🌾🥬

Happy Easter! We've skipped the kits and dyed our

Happy Easter! We've skipped the kits and dyed our eggs using real food. 🐣

No synthetic colors—just simple ingredients from the kitchen:
• Brown onion skins for warm amber hues
• Turmeric for bold yellow
• Beets for deep pinks
• Red cabbage for unexpected blues

You can also try these for even more clors:
• Coffee grounds for earthy browns
• Green tea for soft greenish tones

It’s a fun way to repurpose food scraps and pantry staples—and the results are always one of a kind.

Let us know your Holiday traditions, activities, and more! 🐰

How much do you know about your Crisper Drawer and

How much do you know about your Crisper Drawer and how to keep your food fresher, longer? 🤔🥦

𝗪𝗲’𝘃𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿

𝗪𝗲’𝘃𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗮𝗺 🐣

Make Easter simple this year—with a centerpiece you can feel good about serving.

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These hams are crafted with simple, clean ingredients and traditional methods—bringing out that rich, savory flavor you expect on Easter.

No guessing. No stress. Just heat, serve, and enjoy.

Because Easter should be about gathering—not figuring out dinner.

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Spring is here — and you can feel it. The Sprin

Spring is here — and you can feel it.

The Spring Equinox marks the moment when day and night meet in balance — and from here on out, the days only get longer.

It’s a shift you can see, taste, and experience.

𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 → 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀 → 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲.

This is when fields start waking up. Leafy greens get sweeter. Herbs get brighter. Everything begins to feel a little more alive.

At Farmbox, we follow that rhythm —We offer what’s growing now and bringing it straight to your door.

𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝘁.
The sunlight lasting a little longer.
The produce tasting a little fresher.
The season changing right in front of you.

Spring isn’t just a date on the calendar — it’s a return to real food, real farms, and real flavor.

𝗟𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️ What better day

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️

What better day to celebrate than with this Greens Guide?!

How much do you know about your eggs? 🥚👩‍🌾

March is full of fresh colors in Texas! 🥬🍊🫛🍓

“You don’t have to cook fancy or complicated m

“You don’t have to cook fancy or complicated masterpieces — just good food from fresh ingredients.” - Julia Child

Where your food comes from matters. 👩‍🌾📦

Farmbox Delivery connects Texas households directly with local farms and artisan food makers. Instead of traveling thousands of miles through a national supply chain, your produce and groceries come from farms and producers much closer to home.

That means fresher food, stronger local agriculture, and real support for the people growing and making it.

When you choose Farmbox Delivery, you’re not just getting groceries delivered — you’re helping keep local farms and food businesses thriving across Texas.

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𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 🍏🍎

Ever grabbed an apple expecting it to be sweet… and it hits you with a tart punch instead?

Apple varieties range from bright and tangy to deep, honey-sweet.

𝗢𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲:
Granny Smith • McIntosh • Pink Lady • SweeTango

𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱:
Golden Delicious • Braeburn

𝗢𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲:
Red Delicious • Honeycrisp • Gala • Fuji

Different apples shine in different ways — whether you’re baking, slicing, or just grabbing one for a snack.

A mix of greens isn’t about variety for the sake

A mix of greens isn’t about variety for the sake of it—it’s about coverage.

🥬 Leafy options like lettuce and spinach support digestion and brain health.

🥒 Crunchy picks like celery and cucumber help with hydration and anti-inflammatory benefits.

🥦 Heavier hitters like kale and broccoli bring calcium and immune-supporting nutrients.

Each one adds something different to your plate.

There’s nothing better for you than locally-grow

There’s nothing better for you than locally-grown fruits and vegetables! 💪👩‍🌾🍊🥦

There’s a reason we say Texas whenever possible.

There’s a reason we say Texas whenever possible. When produce travels shorter distances, it spends less time in storage and more time on the vine, tree, or field where it reached full flavor and nutrition. We partner with growers across the state who champion natural growing practices and put care into every harvest. That means you’re getting produce that hasn’t sat under fluorescent lights for days or been treated with fillers to extend shelf life. It also means your weekly box supports the farmers who are dedicated to their craft — and to our shared communities. It’s food that feels straightforward and honest, without the noise and fuss. If you’re interested in learning how our farm partners grow your food, we’d love to share. 👩‍🌾📦

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If you’re planning meals this month, start here.

If you’re planning meals this month, start here. 🤠

February in Texas is all about citrus, hearty greens, and cold-season vegetables. 🍊🥦🥬

When you cook with what’s in season, meals tend to be simpler — and better. 👩‍🌾

Ever notice how some foods keep you full and energ

Ever notice how some foods keep you full and energized… without the crash? 👀🥩

As the New Year kicks off, zero-carb foods are having a moment — and for good reason.

Here’s the simple breakdown 👇

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Foods like eggs, beef, chicken, and seafood help support muscle, keep you satisfied longer, and simplify meals without overthinking macros.

🔥 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆
With no carbs to spike blood sugar, many people feel more consistent energy throughout the day — especially at breakfast and lunch.

🧈 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘆 (𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗹𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹)
Butter, ghee, cheese, bone broth — zero-carb doesn’t mean boring. These foods add richness and make simple meals actually enjoyable.

Whether you’re going low-carb, focusing on protein, or just trying to eat more intentionally this year — these staples make it easier to stay on track without stressing your plate.

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