Moonrise Farms.

On a mere 2.5 acres in La Cresta, California, Martha and Bill Brady grow an amazing abundance of heirloom vegetables. These jewels of the farmers' market are not just Certified Organic, but biodynamic.

Photo and article by Emily Hartop. Click to enlarge.Martha is a Certified Nurseryman, teaches composting for the State of California, and has a degree in Agribusiness. Suffice it to say, she's a knowledgeable lady that produces great produce! Martha can tell you whatever you need to know about anything she grows. If you think those Rouge Vif (French for "red pumpkin") pumpkins are gorgeous but have no idea what to do with one, Martha can tell you. The Bradys have a passion for feeding people and supporting the local community.

"Over the past five years De Luz Farms & Nursery has helped cut our labor cost, seed waste (due to lack of germination), and plant failures, by providing high quality Certified Organic transplants (plug trays) for our Organic Farm. Moonrise Farm can enthusiastically recommend them for all your transplant needs. We wish you success." ~Bill and Martha Brady

Next Saturday stop by the Temecula farmers' market and see Martha and Bill. Besides the gorgeous squashes, they have an abundance of other crops. Coming soon, they'll have many different varieties of heirloom lettuces, broccoli, cauliflower, beets (including the golden variety), carrots, onions, and herbs.