CSA SIGNUP
PAY IN ADVANCE TO RECEIVE A BOX OF FRESH VEGETABLES EVERY WEEK FOR 20 WEEKS (OR EVERY OTHER FOR A HALF SHARE). WE HAVE LOTS OF FLEXIBILITY DEPENDING ON YOUR LOCATION, FINANCIAL SITUATION AND SPECIFIC NEEDS. Click here to see a list of Frequently asked questions
CSA FAQs
What is community supported agriculture?
CSA consists of a community of individuals who pledge support to a farm operation so that the farmland becomes the community's farm, with the growers and consumers providing mutual support and sharing the risks and benefits of food production…
Members pledge in advance to cover the anticipated costs of the farm operation. In return, they receive shares in the farm's bounty as well as satisfaction gained from reconnecting to the land and participating directly in food production
-suzanne demuth, community supported agriculture
What do I get with a share?
Every week we’ll fill a box with seasonal vegetables and herbs harvested directly from our farm and deliver it to you. We work hard to make sure the abundance in the box exceeds the exact value of your weekly subscription payment. Most full share boxes will be good for about 4 people cooking regularly - if your household has less than this, consider splitting with a neighbor or friend or getting a half share. Here’s some samples of what might arrive throughout the season:
Week 4: Beets, broccoli, carrots, cilantro, lettuce mix, peas, spinach, patty pan squash, turnips
Week 8: Asian greens, beets, cucumbers, ground cherries, basil, tulsi, peppers, summer squash, tomatoes
Week 12: Dragon tongue beans, carrots, cucumbers, basil, eggplant, parsley, kohlrabi, leeks, lettuce, peppers, tomatoes
Week 16: Asian greens, green beans, beets, broccoli, cucumbers, parsley, basil, lettuce, peppers, radishes, winter squash, onions, garlic, celeriac, tomatoes, turnips
Can I choose what’s in my box?
At this time, we don’t offer customized boxes, but we will be sure to include recipes and information about the different items so you can fully enjoy everything in the box! The one exception is that if you have any allergies, please contact us or make a note when you sign up
What if I can’t pick up my box?
If you can’t pick up your box, please give us 48 hours notice and we will make arrangements. Forgotten boxes will be donated after 48 hours.
Can i labor trade for my csa share?
Yes you can. Please send us a message directly to sign up for our Workshare Program. It’s 6 hours a week for a full share or 3 hours for a half share. This can also be divvied up amongst your household. Task mostly revolve around harvesting, weeding, mulching and CSA box packing. Lunch is provided on work days. There are lots of other ways to arrange a labor trade as well, check out a list of opportunities on our Get Involved page
Where do I get my CSA box?
You can choose to either pick up your box at one of our 5 locations - Bayview, Riverwest, Wauwatosa, Sheboygan or our farm - or have the box delivered right to your door. Exact addresses and specific logistics for pick-up locations will be sent via email before the season starts
What is a Half Share?
Half shares are the same sized box as a full share except it only comes 10 weeks of the season - every other week instead of the usual 20 consecutive weeks
Can I cancel my subscription?
Yes, you can cancel your share at any time. The way the CSA model works, though, we will not be able to provide any refunds because we rely on your advance funding to operate our farm throughout the season. If you would no longer like to receive your share, just get in touch.
When will I get my boxes?
Our CSA season runs from June 13th to October 24th. Pick up and drop off days will be every Tuesday. You can pick up between the hours of 2pm and 7pm. Door-to-door drop offs will happen between the hours of 2pm and 7pm. There may be more specifics depending on the pick-up location - we’ll keep you informed ahead of time
Can I change my pick up or delivery options?
Yes, just notify us at least 48 hours in advance and we can take your box to a different pick up site or directly to a new address you provide us with
Can I come help out on the farm?
Yes, definitely! There are lots of ways to volunteer with us - we have group work days, worker share options and all sorts of other things going on…check out the Get Involved links located around the site to learn more, or just send us an email or drop us a line, we’d be happy to hang with you sometime 🌱🌳🐛🦋✨
What do we mean by “higher” or “lower” income?
Consider a sponsor share if several of the following are true:
Have degree and don’t have loans
Have high earning power (even if not using now)
Live partially or more off of unearned or gifted income
Have plenty of assets like investments
Stable enough to choose whether or not to work
Consider A higher income share if several of the following are true:
Choose to go out to eat or drink regularly
Race, ethnicity, skin color or gender Identities don’t hinder income
Can cover basic needs regularly
Able-bodied
Have student loans for education in current field
Most people in family have higher education
Have graduate degree and paying off student loans
Career is stable and moving forward
Consider A lower income share if several of the following are true:
Sickness or disability impacts ability to work
Race, ethnicity, skin color or gender identity hinders income
Have non-optional health care costs
Struggle to pay more than minimums on debt
Have student loans and was among first in family to go to college
Help family with money
Family has no assets
Consider a solidarity share if several of the following are true:
Unemployed with no unemployment income
Struggle to cover basic needs regularly
Currently accruing survival credit card debt
Are An immigrant or refugee
have been impacted by state violence