CSA

I knew very little about the concept of CSA until recently.

CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) allows individuals/families to purchase a "share" of a farm or collection of farms and in return obtain a box of fresh produce for an established period of time. Purchasing a "share" typically requires a significant deposit and remainder of the payment to be submitted up-front in order for the farmer(s) to have the monetary resources needed for the growing season.

We did our research and have applied for a share of a local farm, Paradise Produce. For 25 weeks, May through October, we will receive a 1/4 bushel box of fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs. We can pick our box up just down the street from work each Wednesday at the same time.

Then, we get to enjoy having the freshest of the fresh to enjoy!

Can't wait to pick up a box like this...

I'm so looking forward to trying out some recipes and meeting the challenge of using everything in the box!

You can read more about CSAs and check out CSA farms in your area @ Local Harvest.