What is a CSA and why should I participate?

CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture. It's a model that first began in Japan in the 1960s and was later adopted by farms all over the world. Farmers on the US east coast began using the CSA model in the 1980s. Each farm has their own unique style of CSA model. At its core, a CSA is a partnership between a farm and its members.

As farmers, we have the opportunity to feed your family and build new relationships. We will inform you about our farming practices, processes, and products. We benefit from financial support early in the season, to help get our crops growing.

As members, you get fresh, local produce, picked at its peak flavor. The diversity of produce provides health benefits and can lead to fun adventures in the kitchen. Farm events, work parties, and our CSA newsletter (with produce lists, farm news, produce info, and recipes) provide opportunities to connect with your local food system and learn about new ways to enjoy the produce.

The mechanics of the CSA are simple - members pay all or part of the cost of the season before it starts, then beginning in June, we provide weekly CSA pick-ups.

See our CSA page for information on prices, schedules, pick-up sites, etc.