Vallecito Farm Fresh

06/03/2026

Here is an option for recycling your toothpaste tubes - We also offer mint toothpaste tabs for adults and strawberry toothpaste tabs for children - these are convenient for on the go and don’t make a mess like tubes can. Just chew and brush like you normally would!

Toothpaste tubes are hard to recycle because of factors like contamination and their multi-material composition. This makes it harder for recycling companies to make a profit from recycling them, which is why they aren’t typically accepted for recycling by curbside services. 🦷🪥

That’s why ARM & HAMMER™ teamed up with TerraCycle to create a free recycling program for their toothpaste tubes. They fund the recycling process, so all you have to do is brush, ship, and recycle!

Start recycling ARM & HAMMER™ toothpaste tubes: https://www.terracycle.com/en-US/brigades/arm-hammer-toothpaste

05/21/2026

Ever tried to bake a cake and realized you’re out of eggs? We’ve got you covered! 🥚✨

We are now offering freeze-dried eggs from our little homestead in beautiful Calaveras County. These eggs come from our own pastured-raised hens and are a convenient pantry staple for everyday cooking and baking.

Perfect for:
• Preppers
• Camping & backpacking
• Emergency food storage
• Everyday cooking and baking use

Each package is equivalent to approximately one dozen eggs and will be available this weekend at the Murphys Park Farmers Market or directly from us!

05/18/2026

The season starts this coming weekend - hope to see you Sunday morning in Murphys Community Park for the first Murphys Park Farmers Market. We will be there will all our eco-friendly refillery items - from personal care to laundry and dishwashing items, we are your one stop shop for sustainable products! Don’t forget your containers, but if you do, we have you covered!! See you all this weekend 🩷

04/27/2026

Huge thank you to everyone who came out to the Murphys Park Farmers Market -
even with the less-than-ideal weather!

Your support and dedication to all the vendors mean so much. We’re looking forward to officially kicking off the regular market season on Sunday, May 24th—see you there! In the meantime, if you need any refill products, solid dish soap, whipped tallow, etc. let me know!

04/24/2026

We’re thrilled to be back and reconnect with our community. Stop by this Sunday from 11am-3pm - and don't forget your containers!

Also, mark your calendars for the return of the regular Murphys Park Farmers Market season opening on May 24

04/11/2026

One of the top complaints about dish soap in the sustainability space is that it doesn't suds up like traditional dish soap, and that more product is needed to get the suds needed to clean. But why do equate suds with cleaning? And why don't more naturally made dish soaps suds like the blue stuff? Let's talk about it!

Suds are not necessary for dish soap to clean effectively. In fact, suds are primarily a cosmetic effect that can make it appear as though the soap is working harder than it actually is. The key cleaning agent in most dish soaps is a type of surfactant, which is a substance that helps break up and remove dirt and grease from dishes. These surfactants can work just as effectively with or without suds. However, some people may prefer soap with suds because they find it easier to gauge how much soap they have used, and it can make the process of washing dishes more enjoyable.

The ingredient that causes dish soap to suds is usually a type of surfactant known as sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) or a similar compound called sodium laureth sulfate (SLES). These chemicals are added to commercial dish soap and other cleaning products because they lower the surface tension of water, allowing it to spread out more easily and pe*****te dirt and grease.
While SLS and SLES are effective at producing suds, they have also been associated with skin irritation and allergic reactions in some people. Additionally, they are known to be harmful to aquatic life and the environment, as they can persist in waterways and harm aquatic organisms. For this reason, some people prefer to use dish soap that is free from these ingredients and instead opt for alternatives that rely on other types of surfactants, such as plant-based compounds like coco-glucoside or decyl glucoside.

Switching to a low sudsing dish soap can be an adjustment. With any change in habit or product, your frame of reference and openness to trying something different than what you are used to is key.

We invite you to question the "why!" behind your preferences, conditioned habits, and products. It's a fun exercise!

04/08/2026

Spring into sustainability with us at the Spring Market hosted by Murphys Park Farmers Market, where zero-waste living meets fun! In just a few short weeks, we'll be reunited with our amazing community, offering a fantastic chance to replenish your eco-friendly supplies. Treat yourself and your furry friends to our delectable freeze-dried goodies, and discover the wonders of our dehydrated garlic and Mabel, our cherished 146+ year old sourdough starter! We can't wait to see you there on April 26 from 11-3!

03/17/2026

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Murphys Irish Day is only 4 days away - stop by our booth in front of the native sons hall ☘️

📅 Saturday, March 21
⏰ 10 AM–5 PM
📍 Main Street
☘️ Parade: 11 AM

03/11/2026

✨ NEW in the Kitchen! ✨

Our artisan Dipping Blend is made in small batches from savory herbs and aromatics - just add olive oil and let the flavors bloom. In about 30 minutes you’ll have a delicious dip, perfect for warm bread.

Use it to:
🥖 Dip fresh bread
🍝 Drizzle over pasta
🥔 Season roasted vegetables
🍗 Add flavor to meats before roasting

Simple ingredients. Big Flavor.

Grab a packet on our website or in person at JJ's Vintage Mercantile & Consignment, The Discount Barn at Hide and Barrel, or directly from us, and elevate your next meal 🩷

02/07/2026