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Local Farmer of the Month: Buena Tierra Farm

Steve Kramer and Carey Burkett have been farming for 25 years. For 17 years they’ve been farming 100 acres of fertile, high-iron, red sandy loam near Fredonia, Texas about 107 miles west of Austin.

A jack-of-all-trades, Steve taught himself how to farm. He and Carey incorporate their Do-It-Yourself spirit and solid values into everything they do on their land. They take great pride in the quality of the produce they provide for the community and it shows.

• Buena Tierra Farms brings spring items such as
• Lacinato and Green Curly Kale
• Red and Green Leaf Lettuces
• Zucchini and Yellow Squash
• Bunched Basil

We are proud to share the fruits of their labor with Wheatsville shoppers. Buena Tierra Farm is our favorite example of what hard work, integrity, and honesty can do for the local food community. Wheatsville Produce Coordinator Elias Valerio appreciates that Buena Tierra will not ship unless the produce is superior quality.

Favorite uses of Buena Tierra Basil:

Buena Tierra Basil is really extraordinary. Fresh, local and organic, it is lovingly hand bunched and ready to make you and your favorite basil recipe extremely happy.

The classic combo of basil, tomato and fresh mozzarella is a favorite. Make cute little appetizer stacks of tomato, basil and fresh mozzarella drizzled with a flavorful cold-pressed olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt.

If you're wanting something more substantial, go with a grilled caprese sandwich on a fabulous Wheatsville Bakehouse Baguette. Lightly chop the basil and add some fresh garlic, olive oil and sea salt then just layer it with tomato and mozzarella slices and into the grilling pan. Both of these quick recipes are super easy, super delicious and super snazzy.

Be sure to check out the Buena Tierra Basil next time you stop by. It is the best. You and your stomach will be glad you did!