Berndt Family Produce

06/24/2026

Last week in review:

Didn't get around to posting last week because our hands were in so many different projects....

We started weeding the squash patch the week before and were able to finish it last week with only one rain delay.

We also replanted squash that didn't come up.

And put in the late crop of seeded and seedless watermelon.
Also thought you might like to see how the sweet corn is coming along.

Can't wait to see you the 4th of July at Freedom Market at Lake Poinsett from 8am to Noon.

06/18/2026

Last fall, we took a poll from all of you asking, "Why do you shop with Berndt Family Produce?"

One of the top reasons was to Buy Local.

This is from PA but we thought it was appropriate:

At the Academy of Natural Sciences, we believe that individual acti...

06/11/2026

When wealth is lost, nothing is lost; when health is lost, something is lost; when character is lost, all is lost. He who has health, has hope; and he who has hope, has everything. Good health is not something we can buy. However, it can be an extremely valuable savings account.

Below is an article from My Fitness Pal that discusses reasons to join a CSA.

https://blog.myfitnesspal.com/10-reasons-to-join-a-csa/?utm_source=FACEBOOK&utm_medium=FB+MyFitnessPal&utm_term=Article&utm_content=Nutrition&utm_campaign=20180521&fbclid=IwY2xjawSXpgJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeqPwkwflLVNtb3IzfTFagmJ40Gm2I3-_XIdZ1tXxypIhNk7W8EzmKT0vrRnE_aem_s-NzRIgu4vlqHYXcUuJrIg

Here's a link to our website that still has the 2025 prices:
https://www.berndtproduce.com/category/csa

Hurry to join before we adjust the prices to match 2026!

Call/text Dawnna with any questions
605-690-4522

Community supported agriculture is a great way to get produce direct from the farm. Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs may be a mouthful, but they’re also the best source for making healthy, seasonal meals — and staying on track with your healthy eating goals this spring and summer.

06/11/2026

Yet another edit***
I was able to hire for Friday's in Watertown. Thanks to everyone who messaged or reached out!! We appreciate you!!
Attention veggie lovers! Unfortunately, if we cannot get more help this summer/selling season we will not be able to sell 3 days/week in Watertown.
***Edit... We're looking for someone in Watertown early to mid-July through mid to the end of October... Not just during the summer.
We are looking for some good workers to help out at the stand in Watertown.
Are you in/around the Watertown area and looking for part-time/temporary work in a "growing" business?
If you…
* Love working outdoors
* Are Self-motivated & Results Driven
* Willing To Go The Extra Mile
* Love People & are Enthusiastic
* Detailed and Organized
* Burning With A Desire To Succeed
We Offer…
* Two-three days/week selling in Watertown,
* Temporary Seasonal Work
* Free Meals while on the job
* Free Vegetables
* Family Environment
* Established business for 20 years
Call Dawnna Berndt with inquiries at 605-690-4522 along with sending us your resume.
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Berndt Family Produce is a family-owned vegetable business. Our produce is “grown by our family – for your family” since 2000.

06/08/2026

It's raining! It's pouring!!!....and we're done in the garden for now...oh well, I have a banana split dessert ready for tomorrow.
And here's a picture of the squash patch everyone was weeding this morning.

06/05/2026

We are thanking God that He watered this week!!

05/25/2026