With more and more family farms selling out to corporate giants because of high costs, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) has become a great way for local farmers to provide fresh produce to the local community and gain another avenue for income instead of selling only at markets.  In addition, by providing this service to the community, the community, in turn, helps a locally-owned family farm stay locally-owned and family run. 

How does it work?

By purchasing of one or more shares, you, as a member, are entitled to come to the farm once a week, (usually Tuesday) from 2:00pm through 6:00pm to pick up your share of fresh produce.  There is also a fall/winter CSA that usually has three to four pickups timed to be before each holiday.

How much does a share cost?

A share for the 2008 farming season costs $500.   It is payable in a one lump sum, or in installments, if approved ahead of time.  The installments are:  $150 with form, and two $125 payments and one $100 payment after that with payment in full by July 31st.  If an existing member re-enrolls for the following season by December 31st, s/he gets a $50 discount CSA membership!  Winter CSA 2008 costs $160, with a 12/31 discount of $10 for existing members.

How do I become a member?

Complete and send in a Harvest Agreement Form with payment.  You can print it from the website.

What are the benefits?

As a member, you will a receive Hall’s Farm organic produce and a newsletter, which contains great recipes for the week’s produce.  Our produce is picked fresh and it really is at the peak of its nutritional value.  You can taste and see the difference. See our Produce List.  In addition, we offer some specialty vegetables, and extra other items  such as eggs and honey.   CSA members can also visit the pick-your-own cut flower garden during the summer months.

What are the risks?

Because this is a community supported venture and although the farmer is committed to the best of his ability to provide high-quality organic produce, there are risks in agriculture (Mother Nature’s whims) that need to be shared by the whole community.  Your payment entitles you to a share of the produce we harvest during the relevant growing season.