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Micky Booth Home Delivery

Locality: Ringwood, Victoria

Phone: +61 1300 133 109

Address: 14 Eugene Terrace 3134 Ringwood, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 Geoff on his way for his third week of deliveries, each week more deliveries than the previous one which is very encouraging for him. Off to pick up the milk first, then his deliveries. This is a gift box we delivered yesterday complete with orange juice, corn chips (plain, tangy cheese or zesty lime and chilli), real maple syrup, two flavours of apple juice (pink lady or apple and ginger which are available in 350ml or 2 litre), and Nature's Delight nuts (raw almonds, dry roasted almonds, cashews both salted and unsalted, and the natural mix in the photo). Plans already to expand Geoff's run further into the "Hills" beyond Belgrave. Will keep you posted, and thanks for everyone's support sharing Geoff's story

25.01.2022 This week we are giving away Aussie Garlic for FREE. It's very close to the end of the season, and I've managed to secure 20kg of composite grade (no premium grade available) Australian grown garlic for a very good price. Rather than explain to people that it is cheap because it's doesn't look as good, thought it would be easier to just give it away. Limit is 4 serves per customer (500 grams).... It's either this garlic, or stuff shipped in from Mexico. This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC22 Have a great week, Cheers, Michael

25.01.2022 Is this the future of packaging? I'm beginning to get more and more requests from people to reduce the amount of plastic bags that are used in their fruit and veggie order. Compared with the supermarkets, I think it is safe to say, we use less packaging and plastic than they do. The supermarkets love anything with a barcode on it, as it makes it easier for the consumer to use the self-checkout which equates to less labour costs for them, and higher profits. Plastic bags also ...make it easier to weigh the produce at the checkout, so items such as apples, oranges, bananas, potatoes, onions and so on, end up being placed in a plastic bag, and disposed of, as soon as you get them home. Our main consideration when using plastic bags, is to keep the produce as fresh as possible between the time it leaves our warehouse, and the time it arrives at your door. Once in your fridge, items such as broccoli, beans, baby spinach and salad mix are going to keep much better in the fridge, if they are in a bag. The alternative is to place the items in reusable bags, or airtight containers. I am currently considering the possibility of using reusable bags for beans, snow peas and sugar snaps. These items can't really be placed in the box loose, but don't really need to be in plastic to stay fresh between the warehouse and your door. I'm very interested in what people think, so please let me know. Have a great week, Cheers, Michael P.S. Early Bird Discount Code Just a reminder, if you order online Sunday for a Tuesday or Wednesday delivery, or on a Tuesday for a Thursday or Friday delivery use the weekly coupon code for a 5% discount. This week's discount code is CC88.

24.01.2022 A lot to report this week, beginning with our school holiday delivery schedule. Generally speaking, we always close down for the first week of the school holidays (State Schools), gives me a chance to re-charge the batteries. That being said, deliveries as usual this coming week, but no deliveries the following week (Tuesday 25th to Friday 28th September). Local asparagus are now available from West Gippsland. This growing region accounts for 90% of Australian grown asparagus..., so from now until the end of the year they will only get more plentiful and cheaper. Brussels Sprouts are at the end of the season, so taking them off this week, as are the South Australian grown desiree potatoes (the pink/purple ones). If you ordered the desirees last week, you may notice that they are just about to sprout. Nothing wrong with the actual potato, just at the end of the season. Waiting for the Queensland desiree season to begin, which is a couple of weeks away. If you are going away during the school holidays, enjoy your break! This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC77 #FreshLocalProduce #MickyBooth #SupportLocalGrowers

24.01.2022 It's been a very tough year for local strawberry growers. The excessive heat over summer caused a lot of stress in the strawberry plants which resulted in poor quality strawberries. My grower has instructed me that the quality has improved, and time to start them again. Hoping we can move a few this week, in order to help the grower make up for a very slow start to the season. 3 for $5.98, 2 for $4.49 or $2.49 each is the offering. Our Jindi Pasture Fed (genuine free range eg...gs) and Aginbrook eggs are safe to eat, and are not effected by the Coles and Woolworths egg recall due to a potential microbial contamination. We deliver to 44 suburbs in Melbourne's east, stretching from Hawthorn and Kew in the inner east, out as far as Mooroolbark, Kilsyth and Belgrave in the outer east. Save $20 off your first order by using the coupon code: SAVE20 at the online checkout

24.01.2022 I came across some Australian garlic at the market last week, so stocked up on a couple of boxes, should have it for the next few weeks, maybe longer. It's grown in the "Riverland" region of South Australia, a place called Waikerie which is about 80 km west of Renmark. The Australian garlic season is a short one, quite surprised to find it at this time of the year. You may have heard on the news that the Costa Group of companies issued a recall on sliced mushrooms. This reca...ll does not effect Micky Booth customers. My mushroom supplier does not source sliced mushrooms from the Costa Group, so no need to be concerned. This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC66 Have a great week! Cheers, Michael

23.01.2022 Ive had difficulties finding a reliable Basil in a Pot supplier since my supplier stopped sending to the market. Guess what, theyre back sending! Keep this pot on your kitchen window sill and water occasionally, should last at least a week, maybe two, possibly even longer. Some have even planted it, with mixed results.... Blueberries are still good value, continuing the 2 for $7; 3 for $10 special. Strawberries will start to increase in price, as it is getting towards the end of the Queensland season, and the local Victorian season hasnt quite kicked in yet. Last week we introduced the Handmade Organic Noodles made from 97% organic Australian Produce. This week we are adding Beetroot Noodles and Turmeric Noodles, so now there are four to choose from (Plain Noodles and Spinach Noodles are the other two). This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is: CC66 Have a great week, Cheers, Michael P.S. Limes are still half price Save $20 off your first order. Use the coupon code: SAVE20 at the checkout

23.01.2022 Where are my fruit and veggies from? In this day and age of refrigerated transport, its easy to loose sight of where our fruit and veggies are grown, and how far theyve travelled from the farm gate to our plate. At this time of the year, there is a transition between fruits and vegetables grown locally (in Victoria), to produce sourced from further north (New South Wales & Queensland). Late last week I started corn for the first time in about four weeks. The new season Qu...eensland corn is still a little bit on the young side so if you do purchase it this week, just remember, it will get bigger and fuller in the coming weeks. Same goes for strawberries, they wont be as sweet as the Victorian ones that I have been supplying recently, but they should have a longer shelf life (although I always recommend eating strawberries within a day or two of purchase). Beans are also from Queensland, may be a bit thinner than the local ones which have just finished. All our beans are hand picked, not machine picked. Hand picked beans stay fresher for longer because greater care is taken when they are picked. There are still plenty of local options around, the following items are sourced from growers in Melbournes food bowl; broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, celery, leeks, spring onions, most of the herbs, apples, pears, nashi pears and hydroponic tomatoes. Have a great week, Cheers, Michael

22.01.2022 Weve had a relaxing week off, time to gear up for the final three months of the year. The summer fruits (peaches and nectarines) are still at least four to six weeks away, but I have seen Northern Territory mangoes in the market, so Im hoping to start them reasonably soon. Mandarins are getting towards the end of the season so may only be available for the next week or so.... Locally grown West Gippsland asparagus are plentiful, and are coming down in price. Queensland strawberries have jumped in price, the locally grown Yarra Valley strawberries are still about four weeks away. This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC88 Enjoy the Grand Final! #FreshHomeDelivery #SupportLocalGrowers #MickyBooth

22.01.2022 The batteries are re-charged, looking forward to getting back into home delivering fresh local produce again this coming week. I spoke to my suppliers on Friday to get an update on what's in season, and what's good value. Apparently, not much has changed: Lebanese cucumbers are still very expensive, so I'm not offering them this week, the continental variety are much better value.... Red and green capsicum are great value, as are zucchinis, snow peas and cherry tomatoes. Strawberries are coming from either Queensland or Western Australia, will decide which ones to buy when I get to the market on Tuesday. Imperial mandarins are from North Western Victoria (Swan Hill), as are the navel oranges. Will from Jindi Free range Eggs will be dropping off another batch of his great tasting, pasture fed eggs on Tuesday, so all is in readiness for our first week back. This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC55 Cheers, Michael

21.01.2022 Passion fruit has been in between seasons, and in short supply for the past month. Supply has picked up, and the price has dropped, so its available this coming week. I started apricots from Rode in South Australia late last week, after trying one at the market last Tuesday. Really delicious, and a reasonable size (52mm). So, plenty of new season fruit available: yellow nectarines, white peaches, apricots, cantaloupe, pineapple, watermelon and passion fruit.... The local strawberries have been a bit up and down, this cold and wet weather is not helping them. Eat them quickly is my advice. This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC88

21.01.2022 The Packham Pears we sell are grown in Arthurs Creek Its always nice to know that you are supporting local growers. The Packham Pears we sell are grown by the Apted family in Arthurs Creek. They have been farmers for five generations, and their orchard is only 35km from the wholesale market, thats about as local as you can get. At this time of the year, the summer fruits have finished, now its time for those winter staples: apples, oranges, pears, mandarins and kiwi frui...t. All are new season, and recently off the tree. As for vegetables, broccoli and cauliflower are from Werribee; celery, leeks, spring onions, kale, baby cos lettuce and silverbeet are from the Cranbourne/Clyde area; and brussels sprouts are grown in Ferntree Gully. Thats all pretty local. Geoff Update Speaking of local, Geoffs a local of the Dandenongs, and hes slowly building up a loyal band of customers in Bayswater, Boronia, Rowville, Wantirna, Ferntree Gully, Tecoma, Belgrave and Upwey. Many have commented that they can really notice a difference in freshness. Thanks for your support! Cheers, Michael

20.01.2022 The first of the Queensland mangoes from Bowen will be available this coming week. They will be a bit on the green side, so they wont be able to be eaten straight away. Last weeks seedless watermelon was pretty good. It comes from Ayr in Queensland which produces about 1/3 of all watermelon grown in Australia. Local strawberries should be excellent, as the humidity has been lower than the week before.... Green kiwifruit has finished, as has nashi pears and jazz apples This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC77 #FreshLocalProduce #SupportLocalGrowers #mickyboothhomedelivery

20.01.2022 Its cold and wet, it must be winter. Time to put the Soup Packs back on the menu. Our soup packs contain: carrot, parsnip, celery, turnip, onion and potato, a great starter pack for vegetable soup. Other simple soup options are Potato and Leek Soup, Pumpkin Soup, and my all time favourite Chicken and Pearl Barley Soup (plenty of recipes online). Those that ordered Queensland strawberries last week would have noticed a huge improvement from the previous week, this wee...k they should be just as good. This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC33 Have a great week Cheers, Michael

20.01.2022 I’ve had difficulties finding a reliable Basil in a Pot supplier since my supplier stopped sending to the market. Guess what, they’re back sending! Keep this pot on your kitchen window sill and water occasionally, should last at least a week, maybe two, possibly even longer. Some have even planted it, with mixed results.... Blueberries are still good value, continuing the 2 for $7; 3 for $10 special. Strawberries will start to increase in price, as it is getting towards the end of the Queensland season, and the local Victorian season hasn’t quite kicked in yet. Last week we introduced the Handmade Organic Noodles made from 97% organic Australian Produce. This week we are adding Beetroot Noodles and Turmeric Noodles, so now there are four to choose from (Plain Noodles and Spinach Noodles are the other two). This week’s early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is: CC66 Have a great week, Cheers, Michael P.S. Limes are still half price Save $20 off your first order. Use the coupon code: SAVE20 at the checkout

19.01.2022 Strawberries are super cheap at the moment. Assuming the weather in Queensland stays favourable, Im offering two punnets for $4, or 3 punnets for $5.50. Time to get out the dipping chocolate (or melt some choc chips in a saucepan) and get stuck into some serious strawberry eating.... This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC33 Have a great week, Cheers, Michael

18.01.2022 We've been stocking the Nature's Delight range of corn chips (Plain, Tasty Cheese, Zesty Lime & Chilli) for some time now, and they have proven to be very popular. This week we are launching their Salsa range (Mild, Medium and Spicy). All three variety of corn chips are gluten free. The plain corn chips have no preservatives, no additives, and no artificial colours and flavours. The Salsas are gluten free and contain no artificial colours or flavours. Visit the "Pantry" sect...ion of the online store and click on each of the products for a complete list of ingredients. Hope those that ordered strawberries last week enjoyed them, looks like they will be good again this week (and a bit cheaper). This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC99 Have a great week, Cheers, Michael

17.01.2022 Just letting everyone know that I received an email from The Melbourne Market Authority on Friday regarding the procedures that they are putting in place to ensure the continued supply of fresh produce at the Melbourne Wholesale Market. I will also be implementing procedures that ensure that we can continue delivering fruits and vegetables to you, including working through the upcoming school holidays (I usually take the first week off as you know). Just spoke to Will and Har...ley at Jindi Free Range Eggs, they have noticed an increase in demand for their eggs. They can guarantee my current weekly order of 700g eggs, and if demand for eggs increases, they can supply me with additional smaller 600g eggs. There has been an increased demand for our service in recent days from new customers. We are not at full capacity, so at this stage, new customers in our delivery area are more than welcome to order. To my existing customers, your loyalty is the reason I am still in business, so you will always be my priority. Regarding fruits and veggies this coming week, bananas have jumped in price considerably due to cyclone activity up north. Assuming other items will be about the same as last week, I must admit my attention has been on other things. Cheers, Michael P.S. Early ordering is always appreciated, even more so at this time.

17.01.2022 The Hass variety of avocado returned to the market about three weeks ago, but they are always a bit watery at the start of the season so it's better to stick with the Sheperd variety until the Hass's flavour and texture improve. After having had vegemite and avocado on toast this morning, I can now say, "The Hass are ready to buy!" Australian Navel oranges have just hit the market, still a bit on the sharp side as it is very early in the season, but worth buying one or two ju...st to see how they are. If you need oranges for juicing, then a 3kg bag of the Valencias is the way to go. They are starting to get a bit soft and spongey, but still the best for juicing. Imperial mandarins are tasting better and better each week. The current batch are from Queensland, and have really improved in taste between the first week and the second week. I'm sure this coming week. they will be even better. Geoff Update Geoff is powering along, his third week out delivering was the most he's done to date. Was a staff member short on Tuesday, so was able to give him an extra half day of work. If you are one of Geoff's old Aussie farmers customers and haven't tried a Micky Booth order yet, quote the coupon code GR20 at the checkout for $20 off your first order #gogeoff #freshhomedelivery #mickybooth

16.01.2022 The Queensland strawberry season has been a roller coaster this year, available one week, not the next. All due to the cold nights they have been having up north. This week they are on again. Yellow squash is one of those vegetables that we offer every now and then. It's plentiful at the moment, so time to search "Yellow Squash Recipes", and take your pick. Bake them, grill them, stuff them, even create a stir fry out of them. If you like zucchinis, you'll love yellow squash,... they're just a different colour, and a different shape! Imperial mandarins are getting towards the end of the season, so this coming week we'll start supplying the Afourer variety. They don't have any pips, and are still easy to peel. Don't confuse the Afourer variety with the Murcotts, they are the ones that are full of pips. This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC88 Have a great week! Cheers, Michael

15.01.2022 Well done Geoff Roberts! Today you take back your business! Impressive number of orders going out today to your loyal band of customers. Amazing what a bit of cooperation, encouragement and support can generate. Thanks to all those who got behind Geoff and ordered fruit, veggies and milk this week. I know many of you are planning on ordering next week. Thanks also to those who live outside Geoffs delivery zone, and have shared his story with their friends. Just a reminder th...at Geoff s business and livelihood was taken away by a corporation that marketed themselves as supporting Aussie Farmers, but in reality was foreign owned, and hadnt made a profit for years. They went into receivership the day before Geoff and his fellow franchisees were due to get paid for their February deliveries, leaving them thousands of dollars out of pocket. Buying your fruit and veggies from Micky Booth, helps me to help Geoff. We deliver to 44 suburbs in Melbourne's east, stretching from Hawthorn and Kew in the inner east, out as far as Mooroolbark, Kilsyth and Belgrave in the outer east. The first 100 new orders will receive $20 off their first order, just use the coupon code: GR20 at the checkout. As well as fruit, veg, eggs, honey, nuts and juice to all 44 suburbs, Geoff will be delivering milk to these suburbs: 3152, 3153, 3154, 3155, 3156, 3158, 3160, 3178, 3179 & 3180. You can order online at mickybooth.com.au #GoGeoff See more

14.01.2022 From now until the end of October, the seasonal fruits are very predictable. The usual winter favourites are apples, bananas, pears, kiwi fruit and CITRUS! Yes, there's plenty of citrus around: navel oranges, imperial mandarins, ruby grapefruit, lemons and limes are all plentiful at this time of the year, and all reasonably priced. The other newcomer this week is green kiwifruit. The yellow have been around for a few weeks, but the green variety has only recently begun. There are Aussie green kiwi, but the season is very short, I'm waiting for a grower in Emerald to begin. When he starts picking his, of course I'll be buying the local variety, until then, they are from New Zealand.

14.01.2022 The company that hosts my online store made a slight change to the checkout process last week, and a number of customers couldnt find where to enter the 5% discount code which I send out every Sunday and Tuesday afternoons. They have added an Add Coupon button on the Review Order page, and a Add a coupon button on the final checkout page just above the Payment options. Sorry for any confusion,... Cheers, Michael P.S. This weeks code for a 5% discount is CC55

13.01.2022 Former Aussie Farmers franchisee Geoff Roberts and I are sporting our new Micky Booth uniforms. When Aussie Farmers went into Administration in early March, the two franchise territories that Geoff and his wife Heather purchased at the foot of the Dandenongs in Melbourne's outer east became virtually worthless overnight. Four weeks later, Geoff is back on the horse, and ready to give it another go. If you are a former Aussie Farmers customer in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, an...d miss your weekly fresh deliveries, then purchasing from Micky Booth will help Geoff get back on his feet. We deliver to 44 suburbs in Melbourne's east, stretching from Hawthorn and Kew in the inner east, out as far as Mooroolbark, Kilsyth and Belgrave in the outer east. The first 100 new orders will receive $20 off their first order, just use the coupon code: GR20 at the checkout. As well as fruit, veg, eggs, honey, nuts and juice to all 44 suburbs, Geoff will be delivering milk to these suburbs: 3152, 3153, 3154, 3155, 3156, 3158, 3160, 3178, 3179 & 3180. You can order online at mickybooth.com.au Good luck Geoff! See more

13.01.2022 Last week was the first week we offered the "Pasture Fed" Jindi Free Range Eggs. Harley and Will (the farmers), were blown away by the response. We sold nearly 80 dozen for the week, which is way beyond their expectations. They work hard to produce the best egg they can, in the best conditions for the hens. No antibiotics, hormones, or de-beaking of their hens! Feedback has been fantastic, thanks for the emails and texts, I know Will and Harley appreciate hearing what people ...think of their eggs. Keep the comments coming in! Outside of the local Farmer's Markets, and their deliveries to Jindivick, Warragul, Drouin and Neerim South, Jindi Free Range eggs are only available through Micky Booth Home Delivery. Queen's Birthday Long Weekend Deliveries as usual this week, if you can't order on Sunday because you are away, ordering on Monday is fine. This week's early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC22 (use it on Sunday or Monday for Tuesday and Wednesday deliveries). If you are away, and haven't tried ordering on your phone, this is also an option, as our online store is mobile optimised. Queensland Strawberries I started on Queensland strawberries last week, those that ordered them would have noticed that they were quite small. It's still very early in the season for them, and it's been quite cool up there, so not ideal growing conditions. I've been told they should be a bit bigger this week, but who knows? Only takes an overnight frost to slow them down. Enjoy your long weekend Cheers, Michael

12.01.2022 Its been a busy last 10 weeks, which has seen many new customers come on board and support our small family business. We work hard to bring you the best and freshest we can find at the market, so its nearly time for us to recharge the batteries. Deliveries as usual this coming week, but not the following week.... Thanks for shopping small with Micky Booth. Imagine a world where your only choice is the big supermarket chains.. This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC44 Cheers, Michael

12.01.2022 Over the last few weeks, green beans coming down from Queensland have been of poor quality because of the amount of rain theyve had up there. Apparently the rain has eased, and the quality has improved. Local strawberries have also had to deal with rain, followed by warm and humid conditions. These weather patterns are a recipe for poor quality, and a shorter shelf life. So the advice from the grower is to eat the strawberries within a day or so of getting them. The Northern... Territory mango season is coming to an end. My supplier is expecting a final shipment from Katherine, early next week. After the Northern Territory mangoes finish, it shouldnt be too long before the Queensland ones begin. The Queensland watermelon season began a couple of weeks ago. Theyre cutting quite nicely, so time to begin supplying them again. Please also note, that all apples are picked in autumn, so the apples that are currently being supplied have been in storage for quite some time now. As it gets later and later in the season, the quality deteriorates. Best to stick with Pink Lady or Granny Smith apples at this time of the year. These apples are lower in sugar, and keep better for longer. This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC66 #MickyBooth #FreshHomeDelivery #FreshLocalProduce

11.01.2022 He's back in business, and now back supporting his local community. Upwey resident and former Aussie Farmers franchisee not only delivers fruit and veg, but he also picks and packs the orders. On Saturday night he's helping to raise money for the 1st Upwey Scouts with a $70 fruit and veggie prize which he will personally home deliver to the winner's door the following Wednesday. Micky Booth delivers fruit and veg to 44 suburbs throughout Melbourne's eastern suburbs, and Geoff delivers milk as well to the following suburbs: 3152, 3153, 3154, 3155, 3156, 3158, 3160, 3178, 3179 & 3180 Ordering is quick and easy at mickybooth.com.au Save $20 off your first order by using the coupon code GR20 at the checkout.

06.01.2022 Wow! What a great response to our strawberry special last week. Growing conditions in Queensland are ideal, they are plentiful which means they are fantastic value. My supplier at the market said, "Micky, do it again next week!" So, this coming week, we are repeating last week's special:... Two punnets for $4, Three punnets for $5.50. This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC44 Have a great week, Cheers, Michael

06.01.2022 You may have heard on the news about a strawberry recall. It only effects the 'Berry Licious' and 'Berry Obsession' brands sold at Woolworths. No need to be concerned about the 'Bundy Berries' brand that we are currently supplying. #MickyBooth #FreshHomeDelivery

04.01.2022 There has been a lot of news lately about imported honey on supermarket shelves that is not pure honey. Most of it is from China, and it is blended with substitutes such as rice malt that are difficult to detect. Rest assured that the honey we supply is from Pure Peninsula Honey (purepeninsulahoney.com.au) located on the Mornington Peninsula. This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is CC66 Have a great week,... Cheers, Michael

04.01.2022 All honey sold by Micky Booth is sourced from local honey producer Pure Peninsula Honey which is located on the Mornington Peninsula. Whether it be fruit, vegetables, eggs or honey, we are committed to supporting small local growers, and have done for over 25 years.

04.01.2022 The new season Royal Gala apples are grown in Shepparton, which has experienced a very hot summer this year. Apparently the apple growers have lost a large proportion of the apples on the outside of the trees because of the heat. The apples further inside the tree are ok, and they are the ones sent to market. So this week, there are new season Royal Gala apples available, and old season Granny Smith. No new season Pink Lady apples for about another month or so. Nashi Pears a...re also back on the menu this week, as are cauliflower. Still plenty of other season fruit around: Grapes, cantaloupe, pineapple, clingstone peaches, white nectarines and william pears. This weeks early bird coupon code for a 5% discount is: CC66 Have a great week! Cheers, Michael

04.01.2022 Our most popular apple, the Pink Lady is back in season, and just off the tree. This first batch of Pink Ladys are grown in Shepparton, just up the road. Imperial Mandarins, the other very popular fruit at this time of the year, are also starting this week. Out with the summer fruits (peaches and nectarines), in with apples, pears and mandarins. Now that the weather seems to be cooling down, seems like its time to start buying parsnips from my local grower down in Cranbour...ne. Hope Geoffs customers were happy with their first Micky Booth delivery last week, another one is scheduled for this Wednesday. As an Aussie Farmers franchisee, Geoff would deliver between midnight and 7am, Micky Booth delivery hours are a little bit more sociable than that. Have a great week, Cheers, Michael

03.01.2022 Im very excited to report that beginning this week, we will be the first Melbourne retailer to supply Jindi (Genuine Pastured) Free Range Eggs. We will be dealing directly with the farmer (Will and Harley Allgood), there is no middleman for them to pay, so more money for the farmer. Will even delivers them to me in person! Their farm has a stocking ratio of only 200 hens per hectare, which is way below the CSIROs Model Code of Practice, which says there should be a maximum ...of 1,500 hens per hectare on an outdoor range. The recently introduced government standard allows producers to pack 10,000 hens into a hectare and still call their eggs free range. This government standard has no mandate for hens to actually spend time outdoors, just an open door at each end of a very very long shed. Harley and Wills Happy Hens sleep in specially built mobile sheds (caravans) that are shifted around the pasture on a weekly basis. They even eat leftover cauliflower leaves supplied by Micky Booth. Have a great week, Cheers, Michael P.S. Early Bird Discount Code Just a reminder, if you order online Sunday for a Tuesday or Wednesday delivery, or on a Tuesday for a Thursday or Friday delivery use the weekly coupon code for a 5% discount. This weeks discount code is CC99.

01.01.2022 It seems that people either love Brussells sprouts or hate then, not a lot of in between. Well, the locally grown ones are back in season, as are the locally grown parsnips. The new season pink lady apples started last week, sometimes the first batch are not as crisp and crunchy as those that are picked a bit later. The Royal Gala are probably a better option, but if you are prepared to pay a bit extra, then it's hard to go past the Jazz at the moment. Strawberries are still ...the local ones, but with the colder mornings, they're taking longer to grow, and the large ones are very expensive, because there is not much fruit around. This coming week, the strawberries will be cheaper than last week, but the trade off is, they will be smaller. Geoff Update Geoff had another successful Wednesday delivery last week, he will be delivering again as usual this Wednesday (Anzac Day) afternoon. If you haven't ordered from Micky Booth before, use the coupon code: GR20 to save $20 off your first order. Check out our delivery zone at http://www.mickybooth.com.au/delivery-areas/