CSA Members

CSA is a partnership of mutual commitment between a farm and a community of members (shareholders), which provides a direct link between the production and consumption of food. Shareholders cover a farm's yearly operating budget by purchasing a share of the season's harvest. CSA members make a commitment to support the farm throughout the season, and assume the costs, risks, and the bounty of growing food along with the farmer or grower. A member&#39s subscription helps pay for seeds, fertilizer, water, equipment maintenance, labor, etc. In return, the farm provides, to the best of its ability, a healthy supply of seasonal fresh produce throughout the growing season. Subscriptions usually run from early May through late September or early October, depending on the growing season where you live. Becoming a member creates a responsible relationship between people, the food they eat, the land on which it is grown, and those who grow it. This idea of community-supported agriculture is catching on around the country as our society experiences an increased awareness of the need for personal, economic, and global health. The goals of CSA support a strong foundation for a sustainable agriculture system. CSA provides farmers with direct outlets for farm products while ensuring fair compensation. CSA provides shareholders with an equal share of the fresh and typically organic bounty for their families at prices competitive with those in the grocery store. Not only does it cut out the middleman and ensure the freshest possible produce at good prices, CSA is also good for the environment as it reduces the harmful emissions released by long-range transportation.