Who here belongs to a CSA, just joined one in my town...my plan is to freeze-dry and can more this year than last. I figured I could use the CSA to supplement what I grow at home. If you belong to a CSA what are some pros and cons about being a member? #growyourownfood #homestead #gardening #Connecticut #grownostr
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Dumb question incoming alert. What is a CSA?
Not a dumb question at all. A CSA is “Community Supported Agriculture” the general concept is local farms sell seats in the CSA and each week they get a share of the veggies that were produced. Some just prepack bags, some allow you to pick your own. Either way it’s fresh local produce that supports local farms.
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Ah. Thanks. Sounds like an interesting idea. Haven't heard of anything like that around here. Will look into it.
I run a CSA as my main sales outlet for my farm. Pros: veggies pre paid on subscription so you're "forced" to eat healthier without thinking about it, CAN be a cost saver but not always, it's the best way to support a grower and develop a close relationship with a local farm. Cons: No choice, payment up front for the season (if it's a traditional CSA), you share some risk of farming with the grower, some run free choice or alternative CSA models. I hope you'll take some pictures of you shares and let us know how you like the season. It's my favorite way to farm.
Just joined a meat CSA and a veggie CSA in my town for the first time in a couple years. For the quality of produce you can’t beat the price of a CSA. Lot of value for your money. I love supporting local farms and businesses and meeting the farmers. You also are forced, in a good way, to work with. It’s and veggies you wouldn’t buy at the store and it tends to expand your cooking repertoire. Cons are it’s not quite as convenient as the supermarket and both only took cash$ or check so payment was a bit of a hassle. Pros outway the cons in my opinion.