Urban Oaks Organic Farm

What are we growing inside now that its cold? Have a peek!

This year we will be open on December 24th from 10 to 1 so stop in to stock up on tasty victuals for your Christmas feast! We will have a fully stocked farmstand plus baked goods from Kathy Duffy’s Sweet Sage Bakery!

We look forward to seing you at the farm!

+++SHARES SOLD OUT+++

What Is Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)?

CSA is a partnership of mutual commitment between a farm and a community of supporters which provides a direct link between the production and consumption of food. Supporters cover a farm’s yearly operating budget by purchasing a share of the season’s harvest. CSA members make a commitment to support the farm throughout the season, and assume the costs, risks and bounty of growing food along with the farmer or grower. Members help pay for seeds, fertilizer, water, equipment maintenance, labor, etc. In return, the farm provides, to the best of its ability, a healthy supply of seasonal fresh produce throughout the growing season. Becoming a member creates a responsible relationship between people and the food they eat, the land on which it is grown and those who grow it. This mutually supportive relationship between local farmers, growers and community members helps create an economically stable farm operation in which members are assured the highest quality produce, often at below retail prices. In return, farmers and growers are guaranteed a reliable market for a diverse selection of crops. CSA reflects an innovative and resourceful strategy to connect local farmers with local consumers; develop a regional food supply and strong local economy; maintain a sense of community; encourage land stewardship; and honor the knowledge and experience of growers and producers working with small to medium farms. CSA is a unique model of local agriculture that has developed from many different influences.

Read more at: http://www.umassvegetable.org/food_farming_systems/csa/

Top 10 Reasons to Join a CSA

1. Create a relationship with the person who grows your food
2. Help farmers -money goes directly to grower, not middle man and chain stores
3. Support neighborhood businesses –be a part of re-localization effort
4. Reduce fossil fuel consumption used in food transport
5. Support land intensive organic farming
6. Purchase nutrient dense foods
7. Eat locally
8. Eat seasonally
9. Eat fresh food
10. Receive weekly basket of produce –often same day it is harvested

(Thanks to Elanas’s Pantry)

For 2009, Urban Oaks Organic Farm has increased our CSA from 12 to 15 Weeks.

It starts on the weekend of July 10th & 11th and runs through the weekend of October 16th & 17th. Shares cost will be $475/each.

There will be two pick-up times this season. Shares can be picked up on Fridays between 3 and 6 pm or on Saturdays between 10 am and 1 pm. Please choose a time window that works best for you. Shares follow the rhythms of the farming season with shares being larger in September and smaller in July. We will include recipes when possible.

Shareholders who supply us with an email address will receive a weekly list of what is included in their share. You may also supplement that share with produce from the Farmstand, e.g., fruit, eggs, baked goods, meats, dairy products, etc.

Forty Shares are available for 2009 on a first-come, first-serve basis. Two shares will be “Working Shares,” which require a commitment of 3 hours a week working on the farm (including at least 1 _ hours on Friday or Saturday to help pack up shares). Those interested please call (860) 223-6200 for more details.

Our CSA Shares typically sell out quickly. Your check guarantees your place in the 2009 CSA!

Thanks we look forward to a great season with you in 2009!!