What is a Share?
Members pay for a share of the farm's harvest at the beginning of the growing season and become shareholders. Members receive a variety of vegetables on a weekly basis over the projected 18 week summer season. We also have a 5 week spring season and a 5 week fall season.
A Large Summer Share will provide vegetables for a family of four to five. A Small Summer Share will provide for a family of one to three. Spring and Fall Shares are available in both large and small quantities. Participating Shares enable members to be actively involved in working on the farm. In addition to receiving fresh fruits and vegetables, CSA members are supporting direct relationship between the community and its food source, between ecologically sound agriculture and the economy of the region. Shareholder families are given the opportunity to participate in the farm through a variety of service projects. Large shareholder families are required to volunteer a total of 10 hours of service over the course of the nine month growing season beginning in February and ending in late October. Small shareholder families are required to volunteer a total of 5 hours of service during that time. Many of the areas of service do not require fieldwork or physical labor.
Benefits for the Shareholder and the Farmer
- Peace of mind, knowing all crops are raised using natural/ sustainable practices, while eliminating the use of harmful synthetic insecticides and herbicides.
- Ability to have a direct link with the farmer, allowing for a personal connection with the food and the land on which it is produced.
- Opportunity for your family to participate in the farm's production, educational programs and seasonal festivals.
- All marketing and sales of shares is done before growing season begins, allowing the farmer to concentrate on production.
- The raising of capital is done at the beginning of the season, when most costs are incurred, which ensures fair compensation for labor throughout the season.
- Strengthens the local economy by keeping food dollars within the community.
How can I become a Shareholder?
To become a shareholder or member, purchase a large or small share and pick up the produce weekly on a scheduled day and time - or donate a share to the needy.