So, what is CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) all about?
Over the past three decades, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) has become a popular way for community members to buy organic, seasonal food directly from a local farm. At Buhrmaster Farms, we're proud to be a part of this movement.
Here's how we do it:
We issue (sell) "shares" of our crop to the community. As your investment matures, you reap dividends in the form of a basket of fresh produce each week!
Here's an example of the different shares:
A share entitles the customer with a weekly harvest of fresh produce. A full range of vegetables, herbs ,small fruit (berries). The fruit share has tree fruits such as peaches, plums, cherries, pears, and apples. and the flower subscription is all about the cut flowers. All shares will be offered for about 20 weeks (weather permitting.) The season runs June through October and our produce is available as harvested. Your shares will be provided in a Farm bag. Pick up day is Thursday. Time is after 1:30 pm to 6:30.
This symbiosis creates several benefits for us and you, including:
For us:
For you:
Here's how we do it:
We issue (sell) "shares" of our crop to the community. As your investment matures, you reap dividends in the form of a basket of fresh produce each week!
Here's an example of the different shares:
A share entitles the customer with a weekly harvest of fresh produce. A full range of vegetables, herbs ,small fruit (berries). The fruit share has tree fruits such as peaches, plums, cherries, pears, and apples. and the flower subscription is all about the cut flowers. All shares will be offered for about 20 weeks (weather permitting.) The season runs June through October and our produce is available as harvested. Your shares will be provided in a Farm bag. Pick up day is Thursday. Time is after 1:30 pm to 6:30.
This symbiosis creates several benefits for us and you, including:
For us:
- We get to market our crop early in the year, before our 16 hour days in the field begin
- We receive payment early in the season, which helps with the farm's cash flow
- We get to develop real relationships with the people who eat the food we grow
For you:
- Eat ultra-fresh food, with its unbeatable flavor and undiminished nutrients
- Try new vegetables and learn new ways of cooking
- Actually visit the farm where the food you eat is grown
- Develop a relationship with the farmer who grew your food
- Learn more about how the food you eat is grown
- Help your kids understand the interconnectedness of all things
We're all in this together.
Another special concept integral to the CSA model is the notion of 'shared risk'. In poorer crop years your baskets won't be quite as full. It says much that you're willing make this investment in your community.
2023 CSA Program Terms & Conditions
Another special concept integral to the CSA model is the notion of 'shared risk'. In poorer crop years your baskets won't be quite as full. It says much that you're willing make this investment in your community.
2023 CSA Program Terms & Conditions
Looking for more information on CSA programs? Check out these great Community Supported Agriculture resources: