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Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a
partnership between the member and the farmer; the member receives fresh
locally grown produce at a fair price and the farmer receives a fair wage for
his work. The direct relationship allows people to know who, how, where, and
when their food is grown and re-establishes the connection between
agriculture and the community. Members buy a share of the harvest, and each
week throughout the growing season they receive a variety of produce. The
variety and volume supplied throughout the season reflects the nature of
farming which is dependent on weather and growing conditions. Thus the
members share with the farmer the inherent risks and benefits of farming. |
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A Promised Land CSA produce share offers
approximately 25 weeks of produce starting in mid May and finishing in mid
November. The seasonal share includes a wide array of vegetables and a few
fruits. Each share is enough to feed approximately two to four people.
However, if you really love your vegetables or have larger family, consider
buying multiple shares. This is also a good idea for people who want to
preserve for winter. If you think a share is too much produce perhaps a
friend or neighbor would like to split a share. |
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We also offer a fruit share. Our fruit share
is tree fruit only, and is locally grown in the Lake Ontario Fruit Belt using
integrated pest management (I.P.M.). This means that the orchards are scouted
for pest problems and the problems are addressed when crop damage warrants.
The fruit share will run for approximately 20 weeks starting in July through
the middle of November. The fruits included are: sweet cherries, sour
cherries, plums, apricots, peaches, nectarines, apples and pears. |
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By becoming a member of the Promised Land
CSA you receive more than just produce. You also have the opportunity to come
to the farm, visit with farmers and see things grow. You can also join in our
events such as potlucks and walking farm tours. |