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Ramps
The wild ramp, AKA wild leek, botanical name Allium tricoccum, is a flowering perennial plant that grows in clusters. It is a member of the Allium family along with onions and leeks
Calamondin Limes
The Calamondin lime is a cross between a sour, loose skinned mandarin and a kumquat, therefore technically making it an orangequat.
Salanova® Lettuces
Salanova® lettuce is a full-sized variety developed for the baby lettuce market. Botanically these varieties are scientifically known as Lactuca sativa.
Description/Taste
Baby turnips are made up of edible roots, stems and leaves. Several pale green stems of the plant sprout from the bulbous root into broad green leaves. The root itself is globular and about one inch in diameter, creamy white with a loamy finish. Each root has a tapered thin taproot. Baby turnips have a similar but slightly milder flavor and texture to radishes. Their bone white flesh is firm, crunchy, succulent, earthy sweet and peppery.
Seasons/Availability
Baby bunch turnips are available year-round with a peak season October through March.
Current Facts
Baby turnips, Brassica rapa var rapifera, are members of the mustard family, thus they are related to cauliflower and cabbage. Turnip is a general name given to over 30 domesticated varieties of turnips which vary in size, color, flavor and usage. Many varieties are planted for human consumption while larger varieties are reserved specifically as feedstock for animals. Although common turnips can be harvested young , Baby turnips are actually smaller turnip varieties that will never reach the size of the common turnip nor maintain cellar vegetable storage qualities. Most Baby turnip varieties are heirloom varieties with European origins, just like the common turnip. However, there are also hybrid varieties and Asian varieties as well. Baby turnips can be white, gold, pink and purple topped.
Applications
Baby turnips can be eaten raw, whole or sliced, featured in crudités and salads among other vegetables and salad greens. They can be braised, fried, grilled, sautéed and slow roasted. The latter two applications are the most favorable in enhancing the sweetness of the turnip and creating a fork tender texture. Baby turnips pair well with bacon, beets, butter, citrus, chestnuts, cream, melting and aged cheeses, cider, garlic, lamb, mint, mustard, pepper, parsnips, paprika, potatoes, sweet potatoes, thyme and vinegar. Baby turnips can be transformed into purées, soups and gratins. Their tender leaves can also be used as a bitter green in salads.
Geography/History
The wild turnip, B. rapa, is native to Europe, specifically indigenous to the Alps. The oldest wild turnip seeds were found at an archeological site in Switzerland. Wild turnips are still found growing as a weed in the same area it was discovered. The domesticated origins of the turnip date back to the Hellenistic period of Greek civilization (approximately 300 BCE). The turnip may be the single most historically important vegetable of Europe as food for both humans and animals. One of the primary reason's for the turnips agricultural success is how easily it is cultivated. The turnip is a cool season crop, selected for cultivation for centuries in long, cold winters in mountain chains throughout Europe. Europe remains the center of diversity of turnip varieties as well as the center of production and use.
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Santa Monica Farmers Market
Alex Weiser
Near Santa Monica, California, United States511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405 1-310-930-0903 About 67 days ago, 11/13/19 Sharer's comments : Beautiful Baby turnips 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Valdivia Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesCarlsbad, CA 1-951-818-0917 About 74 days ago, 11/06/19 Sharer's comments : Beautiful turnips from Valdivia Farms - get them in your menu! 
University District Farmers Market
Kirsop Farm
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesRochester, WA About 281 days ago, 4/13/19 Sharer's comments : Hakurei spring salad turnip - what a find! 
Vista Farmers Market
Smith Farms - Orange County
Near Vista, California, United States949-726-8366 About 365 days ago, 1/19/19 Sharer's comments : Baby Turnips spotted at Vista Farmers Market. 
Vista Farmers Market
Francisco Valdivia - Valdivia Farms
Near Vista, California, United States760-801-0018 About 379 days ago, 1/05/19 Sharer's comments : Baby Turnips spotted at Vista Farmers Market. 
Del Mar Farmers Market
Francisco Valdivia - Valdivia Farms
Near Del Mar, California, United States760-801-0018 About 386 days ago, 12/29/18 Sharer's comments : Baby Turnips spotted at Del Mar Farmers Market. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Mark Carpenter
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesCoastal Farms About 473 days ago, 10/03/18 Sharer's comments : Baby Turnips spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. Coastal Farms 
Brentwood Farmers' Market
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesAbout 483 days ago, 9/23/18 Sharer's comments : Baby Turnips spotted at Brentwood Farmers' Market. Mild and delicious. 
Mercer Island Farmers Market
Lettuce Love Farm
Near Mercer Island, Washington, United States1550 West Snoqualmie River Rd NE, Carnation 98014 925-303-6344 About 539 days ago, 7/29/18 Sharer's comments : Baby Turnips spotted at Mercer Island Farmers Market. Fresh, sweet, the Hakurei variety is a perfect salad variety turnip ;) 
Vista Farmers Market
Francisco Valdivia - Valdivia Farms
Near Vista, California, United States760-801-0018 About 631 days ago, 4/28/18 Sharer's comments : Baby Turnips spotted at Vista Farmers Market. 
Poway Farmers Market
Francisco Valdivia - Valdivia Farms
Near Poway, California, United States760-801-0018 About 638 days ago, 4/21/18 Sharer's comments : Baby Turnips spotted at Poway Farmers Market. 
Del Mar Farmers Market
Francisco Valdivia - Valdivia Farms
Near Del Mar, California, United States760-801-0018 About 652 days ago, 4/07/18 Sharer's comments : Baby Turnips spotted at Del Mar Farmers Market. 
Calabasas Farmers Market
Near Calabasas, California, United StatesAbout 659 days ago, 3/31/18 Sharer's comments : Baby Turnips spotted at Calabasas Farmers Market. So tender and delicious, planning to use raw in salad. 
Brentwood Farmers Market
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesAbout 665 days ago, 3/25/18 Sharer's comments : Baby Turnips spotted at Brentwood Farmers Market. Super tender and delicious! Works in root vegetable soups or roasted. 
Leucadia Farmer's Market
Anthony - Maciel Farms
Near Encinitas, California, United States1-760-521-0643 About 679 days ago, 3/11/18 Sharer's comments : Baby Turnips spotted at Leucadia Farmer's Market. |
