treestarfae Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Are you involved in a farm coop? http://www.localharvest.org/csa/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FairProspects Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Yes, we are. We even have a carpool going with 2 other families which cuts down on emissions. We have had a CSA for several years now and love it! Although, we are lucky to live in an area that produces local food year round! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjzimmer1 Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 No, it's too expensive. We eat alot of veggies and would need at least two boxes. Average cost around here is 500. I can't afford $1000 or more for fresh veggies for 4 months. I raise a bunch myself but buy the rest at a local Amish produce auction. But that only works because I can handle 2-3 bushels of a single produce item at a time. Most people can't handle that quantity so it's not a good option for them. I probably spent less this $300 this way and it gave us all the produce we need for the same 4 months the CSA covers plus all our fruits for the year (I canned, froze and make jams) plus our tomatoes and peppers for the year and about 3 months worth of onions (which won't grow in my icky soil). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Sadly, there is no CSA in my area. And I live in a farming community. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treestarfae Posted November 4, 2010 Author Share Posted November 4, 2010 Sadly, there is no CSA in my area. And I live in a farming community. Same here. The farming here is government led imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beach Mom Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 We joined one this year. I will be sad to see the season end in two weeks. We have enjoyed a great variety of produce, fresh eggs, bread and flowers each week since May. One of my boys has gotten very attached to one of the farmers and she has given him tours, introduced him to all their animals and given him special treats such as tractor rides. It has been a good experience for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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