CSA
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a unique model of local agriculture. Its roots reach back to Japan, where women consumers, concerned about the increase in food imports and the corresponding decrease in the farming population, initiated a direct growing and purchasing relationship with local farms. This arrangement, called teikei in Japanese, translates to “putting the farmers' face on food.” This concept traveled to Europe and, in 1985, was adapted for the U.S. and given the name “Community Supported Agriculture” at Indian Line Farm, Massachusetts. It is estimated that there are now over 1200 CSA farms across North America.
Community Supported Agriculture is a partnership between a farm and a community of supporters. At the beginning of the season CSA members purchase a “share” of the upcoming season's harvest. The farm then provides a diverse bag of enticing produce for weekly pick up.
Eating seasonally and locally is delicious, healthy, and educational. We love to grow crops that are heirloom, beautiful and tasty and look forward to sharing them with our members.
THE DETAILS
Pick Up Season: Second week of June - Columbus Day (18 weeks)
Pick Up Time: Thursdays 5-6pm at the Farm Barn
Given our very limited refrigeration capacity, we are not able to hold shares overnight. If you are unable to pick up your share during this timeframe we encourage you to find someone to pick it up for you.
Additional Share Options-
For an additional weekly charge add:
Fresh flower bouquet
Farm Eggs: half dozen or full dozen
Please contact us for more information, current pricing, and share availablility
by emailing blazingstarfarm@verizon.net or calling 401-466-5797
