Pros & Cons of Azure Standard, Before You Decide to Order & February's $292 Bulk Food Haul 

Wow! Great to see this. We've been using Azure Standard for 29 years! They are family owned and real farmers and have been faithful for decades.

I ordered 38 pounds of lemons. I have an electric juicer and I saw a homestead video where mom juiced and froze quarts of lemon juice for lemonade in the summer 🤩🥳

To add to above: while this couple is showing larger amounts per bag, I want to assure you they also offer smaller amounts. While I used to be able to handle up to 100 pounds, age and joint replacements have caught up to me! For example, rather than ordering 25 or 50 pounds of something, I order 5 bags of 5# or 10 bags of 5# bags; then ask for each case to be limited to 15 pounds per case maximum. They have also honored my request and I greatly appreciate that!!

We've looked into Azure before. We've been on a journey to raise/grow a good portion of our food, but there are some things that are more difficult to produce than others. We may end up going through them. I really appreciate your perspective on the weight of our buying choices as believers. We also have Amish neighbors here in SW Missouri. They have been a blessing and have served to unknowingly challenge us in the areas of community, simplicity, kingdom focus, etc.

This was amazing. We love Azure. And yes indeed we must get off of the traditional food system and be our own source. God has given us everything we need to be successful. 🌱🌱🏡💯🥰🤗So glad to see all the wonderful happenings in your home. Peace and Blessing to you guys.

I have been ordering bulk organic foods from Azure for many years. Overall I am VERY happy with Azure. As Americans we are very spoiled on the little issues (change in drop off days/times). Overall we are blessed to have Azure. Shipping charges are small compared to other places I have ordered from. So grateful for Azure.

Been buying from azure for many years. Yes things are out, so order again next month. Great company to work with

You two are refreshing. God bless.

Thank you for these videos. I just placed my 3rd Azure order. My husband and I are on a new journey to changing where and how we get our food. It’s been challenging to get our dollars away from places like Amazon and such, but we are beginning that. Look forward to more videos from ya’ll. ☺️

🌹Hi, just found your channel and sub’d. Been looking at Azure, appreciate y’all’s review as well as comments from other subscribers below. 🙏🏼 Lemon juice ice cubes is the way to go, brilliant. 💚🌱On your plant stand, fixed shelves- same issue I had; I cut up some blue board insulation sheets and put them under my plant flats. Remove one sheet at a time as the seedlings grow🌱💧💚 No space in mine for a fan, so before I water the seedlings, I run my hand over them gently, like petting my dog, to increase their strength once they go outdoors. I look forward to watching more of your videos ❤️🙏🏼🌹

Kelli & Scott, thank you so much for sharing your thoughts on Azure Standard and storage ideas. I am ordering for the first time this month and the information you offered is greatly appreciated. Wishing you both a happy & healthy 2022. :)

Great video. I just subbed. You popped up as a recommended video, probably due to the title. Congratulations and loved it. Hugs❤️

It's my first video of y'all and I enjoyed it. I too have been ordering from Azure and I agree with loving and appreciate their mission. Yes. 2020 was the first year that their dependence on availability and delivery was strained and that was frustrating but worth waiting for them to get their growing pains worked out. It is hard for a working family to keep changing our schedule for delivery. I've taken a few months off then I'll pick back up.

Thank you for this video. I was trying to think through why I would use Azure Standard. You both gave me some very useful information.

We like to support our local Amish, Mennonite & German Baptist markets. They make daily fresh breads, sell local farm eggs, meats, canned goods, etc.

Thank you for your video I can’t wait to try azure. You guys might want to put a fan on those seedlings to keep their Stems strong and help prepare them to go outside to be in the wind

Raise your seedlings/lower your lights to prevent legginess! They should be very close to the light.

Yes I really like using Azure Standard. I use them to try to build up my pantry. I have had issues with some items like powdered coconut milk becoming unavailable after I have already placed my order and at the time there were plenty items available. I am severely lactose intolerant and you just can't get the powdered coconut milk anywhere else. I will sometimes buy the powdered coconut cream in place of it to use in recipes that call for powdered milk. But it will not keep me from purchasing from them. You could always slice your Lemons and dehydrate them as well. I add a slice to my tea and it's delicious

Glad I stumbled upon your channel. I really enjoy watching Azure haul videos for some reason. 😆 I love Teeino’s. The tea bags are so convenient, however they also have grounds (similar to coffee grounds) that work amazing in a French press and will save you some money. That tent for growing starters is awesome! You got it from an auction? Online?

Love my skin-on Mary's chicken thighs from Azure. Still buy stuff from Vitacost...they do have more of the little pantry stuff Azure does not carry. Both companies, along with my garden, make for few and small trips to the grocery store. And, yes, Azure has the best skin products for my pesky skin. Um...being from Oregon, I do like supporting a Christian conservative group doing business in the socialist state of Oregon.

We’ve ordered for many years. When azure took on the SE part of the US things became harder to get. We don’t live in an area where we have a Kroger and getting organic is rarely available. Yes when you drive an hour to pick up food and then your main items don’t come because it was in your cart and then it wasn’t It is over the top frustrating and our group has shrunk to a tiny group. If they would just make the cart truthful I’d give them a super five star rating

Your video warmed my heart when you talked about "mission". It is my hope all people can get back to living life simpler with a mission. Also love Azure Standard and buy from them every month. FYI Lower your grow lights to no more than 2 inches above the plants. You will get stronger tomato plants, raise as they grow but keep the light very low and use low heat bulbs.

Azure has been something we have wanted to order from, however the drop location was always 3 hours away...They just added a drop only an hour from us now so I am thrilled to try using them. If you haven't tried Einkorn flour yet its great! and Azure is the only place that has it affordable so I can't wait to place an order:)

Awesome video and clear!

You really need 2 lights probably on those trays and bring the lights down to just a few inches above the plants or they will continue to stretch like that . Maybe elongate by adding a zip tie or something ?

First time watching you. As soon as you said Mask Nazis I was hooked. I will be subscribing. Thank you so much for the info. I finally have a drop off point near me.

Just picked up our 2nd order yesterday. they FINALLY came to the northeast and first time delivery was in February, and i was extatic... so far 350+ every time. but so far i am thrilled.

I love your video and I love your platform! When you juice those lemons be sure to grease a lemon peel off and either dehydrated or freeze it for later use! Keep going and thanks for sharing

Sounds really good I can’t wait to try azure something to keep in mind you might wanna have a fan on all those seedlings to make their stem stronger and to prepare to be outside

I've been keeping my eye on Azure for years hoping they would come to my area. I think they are working on a trial phase about an hour from here. Keeping my fingers crossed!

Kelli for your sourdough culture....add potato starch to the water you feed it. Sweet or baked potato works. Just a teaspoon per cup will work. Made all the difference in mine ;)

If you're having trouble with your sourdough, I really like Azure's ultra unifine bread flour--it's whole grain, but is sifted a little bit to remove some rough edges that can affect the starter's rise.

years ago, Azure had an internal computer problem. (Has been solved) and the 2020 & 2021 hit them . So 3 years in a row has been hard on them. 2020 & 2021 had a huge increase of new customers. Even now, they have had an increase of new customers. I heard they are building another warehouse. I live within 2 blocks of the main warehouse and have bought from them for over 25 years. I order online and pick it up the next day. They are a great company and great people who work there. If they out you on something, just keep ordering it.

I have the same dehydrator as you guys (doing some blue berries today)...have you tried dehydrating pineapple? I core it then cut it into about 1 inch cubes (kinda triangular shaped pieces actually-I have learned to let the pieces be a bit chunky and dry them a little longer) and store in a mason jar. REALLY tasty treat!

I'm new at this I been thinking of trying azure standard I'm going to try them with I the next few months I have to save up money to do this we don't make much money so I'm going to have to start of a small list of things to order

Just found your channel and subscribed. Heartwarming to see your standards and faith. What area of the country are you located?

You need a fan on the seedlings so they are heartier when you transfer them outside. Otherwise the first strong wind I’d going to take out your plants.

I wonder… what do you do about fresh produce? I buy in bulk too but I still have to go to the store for fruit, vegetables that don’t freeze well and milk.

Good job guys. Good values not hardly seen anymore.

my drop off point is a mile away at someone's house, the home owner doesn't mind us showing up whenever to pick up the goods, so it's worth checking out, a drop point might be closer than you think. I also bought a few cases of pizza sauce for our pizzas on Friday nights to hold us over this our tomatoes are ready! It is pretty good sauce

I am on my 3rd order I just picked up today! Hubby doesn't understand, but he lets me. He will like it as he eats the good food from it.. love Azure, my pick up day is awesome!!

I ordered, and the coordinator and truck did not show up to deliver as scheduled. The coordinator didn’t answer her cell. Fortunately the company was very responsive and credited me for what i paid for but never received. I’ve been hesitant to order again, but would like to try. Thank you for your video.

New sub here! I have never heard of Azure standard. I am checking them out now.

U can freeze lemons whole. Got them in freezer now💕🐾

What do you use the carob powder for? Also, ooh will have to take a look at the bulk Epsom salt. We just ordered and picked up our order for the first time.

You guys should check out Country Life Natural Foods out of Michigan. Similar to Azure in values and what it offers but more local. You can call them and they will connect you to a coop so you don't have to meet the drop minimum on your own. They also have a sister company Something Better Foods.

Very good. Agree!

How do you make coconut butter?!?😳. It sounds delicious! I need a juicer that catches the seeds - cool! And finally, I think you need a freeze dryer if you don’t already have one - get a large - you will be happy you did. Harvest right is awesome! I also need a weed tent for my not weed🤪.

Instant gratification, I want it yesterday.....sad....

That's how I want to be my own good source I grow some vegetables and herbs and such

Loved this! We've been ordering from azure for a few months and pick up at a drop point. Do you all pay shipping if you pick it up at drop point? I've heard rumors that you don't have to pay shipping unless you ship it to your house. Is this true?

Please share your review on seeds from azur.

Nothing wrong with Kroguer... the best

Hello, How do your store your onions? Thanks for sharing.

Please please please watch Farm House on Boone’s video on how to make your own fermented jalapeños. SO easy and you’ll get more bang for your buck vs buying them.

Here's a recipe I've had great success with for Sourdough Bread: www.feastingathome.com/sourdough-bread/#tasty-recipes-35045 Hope it works for you too. Also, we use this larger quantity juicer you might like for your lemons: www.metromarket.net/p/everyday-living-citrus-juicing-jar-orange/0004122607725

I don't understand when you bought apples, at that point they were avaible. Why are they not avaible when they ship them. Every other company has a computer that counts correct how many apples are available.

How do you make coconut butter?

Mask Nazis is what they are haha. Funny. They are so full of it. I too joined azure standard this year and will continue to support. I am like you guys, trying to get to the point where I can grow a lot of my food. Good luck to you both.

Hi I'm new to your Channel thanks for your video My daughter recommended Azure as well I plan to shop from them pretty soon since I changed a new address I don't know where pickup is going to be so I will be looking into it I have a question about your weed tent , you mentioned the cost but it went by so quickly can you elaborate on that again please? I'm very interested

Another RU-vidr said, you have to help unload the delivery truck? Is that your experience.....🏋️‍♂️

Lust desires and limits - crap to that. I find the food bank gives you surprises, which is my way of getting by.

Walmart sells a big gallon jar of jalapenos for under $4.

You only pay for what is shipped not when you order

You guys should put on music for your plants. Yes I am serious. Search music for plants. 😉

Weed tent 😂😂

I have my own chickens and getting 30 more in April and I have a inside pet pig and 2 dogs I had 3 cats and my neighbors dogs killed all my cats and my little dog

hey there, where are you guys from? germany?

99% of what they sell is name brand and available in the grocery store. I just placed an order for sharp cheddar cheese but that doesn't mean I'm going to shop from them.

You won me with ''avoid mask naziz''

I made some small orders from them and then I ordered 25 pounds of pinto beans from them and they sent me dark brown old pinto beans and wouldn't do anything about it. I will never order from them again.

I love the idea of this but it seems pricey for a family. May not be doable for anybody on a budget.

If you think azure standard is not corporate think again.

it's so expensive compared to sams and wal mart

I use a mask to help me and protect others. I like azure but I still follow the science for COVID. I also follow the science and try to eat organic for my health.

“We can avoid mask nazis” 🤣

Azure, pronounced (as your) not (a zur)

Thanks, and it's pronounced A'-zher. Accent on A, A as in "cat." Not "uhZURE." It's a blue color, look it up in the dictionary. Peace.

Azure is NOT a small business!!!

Mask Nazi? What does that mean?

I really like you guys. One thing you said really stuck with me and I feel the need to give gentle feedback. You mentioned avoiding "mask Nazis". I feel it important to point out that asking the public to wear face covering in order to stop the spread of a deadly disease is in no way the same as the systematic torture and murder of more than 17 million people including, jews, Soviet civilians and prisoners of war, disabled, Roma, homosexuals, Serb civilians, Jahovah's witnesses, political opponents, and non Jewish Polish civilians. Although there is actual science to support the use of masks, that point is irrelevant to the use of the word Nazi here. I decided to post this only because you both seem very compassionate and might be receptive to kindly meant feedback.

Im watching this because the algo knows I order from Azure. I liked what fella said about getting away from the corporate but if you 2 are animal eaters, it doesnt matter. Humans live in cognitive dissonance where we think we can do little things that dont inconvenience us or challenge us but if youre not vegan, you might as well just shop at kroger becasue its the biggest problem we face. Systemic narcissism that we are the only important thing and that we can pick and choose how to be decent people. Animal eaters are not decent people. Hopefully you are and then you may understand its not a diet. Killing and eating sentient beings is a death diet for all of us> I saw the pic of animals behind your head with organic on them and made me think most dipshits just identify as conscious without actually doing anything real. Ironically,being vegan isnt a thing, its the absence of a thing. Cant wait t see the sociopathic, narcissistivc comments coming from those defending their bad behavior. This was nothing bad about you 2, Im watching your video as i work out. I just know how this shit generally goes. We generally only do the bullshit parts that help us/save us money. Also humans dont have missions, were ants. Its narcissistic to think that were so important or special or on a journey. Most of us are big terrified children playing adult but making terrible choices and then justifying them. Psychology says were idiots and living in a system where bpd pays but only in dollars in exchange for our souls, slthough thats not a real thing. Too much coffee today but we need to call our collective behavior what it is if we are to stop doing it, first we must identify how much of a douche we all are.

Word of warning!! Your drop is going depend GREATLY on your drop coordinator! I had my first and last pick up recently! Learning from my mistakes may save you from a tremendous headache!! #1: BE A PEST! Contact your drop coordinator days before the drop to see if there is a time change! Contact your coordinator the day b4 the drop to DOUBLE check if there is a time change for the drop and make sure they add YOUR name/number to their contact list!!! Especially if you are driving any sort of distance! My drop 45-60 minutes away! I unfortunately was NOT a pest and took the coordinators word for it that she WOULD inform me of any changes (MISTAKE!) #2 Place a very small first order to see if this drop is being ran well and if this is something you actually want to deal with in the future! ( TG I did do that!) #3 Search online for azure standard "complaints" don't just search azure standard! Also their Instagram is scrubbed ie: they remove complaints!! What happened? The coordinator emailed me time of drop ect...I emailed back with my phone # and asked that she PLEASE contact me if their were any pickup/drop delays bc I was driving far! Well 50 minute drive no truck! No people! Texted coordinator she says drop is now 4pm not 2pm! I have to work so I can't stay for 2 HOURS! The coordinator was absolutely impossible to work with getting my stuff! Took multiple texts, phone calls, contacting azure customer service!! I knew right away this going to be bad and asked azure to just refund me so I didn't have to deal with it! NOPE! She had told azure she was going to drop the items off on my porch while I was at work! NOPE! Didn't happen! Never happened!! 2nd day she refused to answer any messages at all! And I had to spend more time with customer support - basically she was holding my items that I PAID for hostage! Mind you I asked her to leave the items 2 miles from the drop at one of my spouses clients! Instead of answering me if she would.. she called the client BEFORE WE DID! The client thought she was a lunatic and of course didn't know what she was talking about! So then she refused to leave it where I told her! ( remember its paid for and belongs to me!)! 2 days of back and forth HELL due to no fault of my own! Finally got my plants she kept my milk! Longer story!! Be warned! Btw she finally left my items at the place I asked her to leave them in the first place!! Also ...she tried to say she told me 4 o'clock until I sent her a copy of the email! I felt like this is some kind of scam she does so people just leave their stuff and she keeps it? Could be wrong!? But I gotta call it like I see it! Fyi Coordinators are NOT paid! So its whomever volunteers!! Azure customer service- first girl actually made things worse!!! 2nd one Hannah was a god send! Ty Hannah you rock!! Quality of items? Ask HER about my milk! Plants: Pretty good for being in a semi truck for a week! Giving em some tlc now Also I think most of the youtubers are paid affiliates but I could be wrong!