Hey Charles Village Chat, Just wanted to pass along this info. I worked at Real Food Farm last year and the quality of the CSA produce was exceptional. All natural, ultra-local. Read on for more info and feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.
Real Food Farm, Civic Works' urban farm in Clifton Park in East Baltimore, is getting ready for a CSA season. Read on for more pertinent information! We’re currently accepting applications! We’re increasing the number of shares from last year, but are expecting high demand, so don’t hesitate – here’s the application and agreement<http://www.realfoodfarm.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/CSAAppandAgreement2012.pdf>. [Prices, etc. will be updated on the application shortly, thanks for your patience.] What is a CSA? A CSA is *community supported agriculture* (we call it CITY supported, since we’re right here in Baltimore City). In a CSA program, members sign up and pay one lump sum at the beginning of the year to receive a batch of produce for a full growing season. Its a subscription service, adapted for agriculture. Why join a CSA? CSA members help farmers by: - providing funds for seeds, tools, and other materials after a long winter without much revenue - CSAs guarantee sales in a risky growing climate, allowing consumers to share in seasonal variances – the risks and rewards! Meanwhile farmers guarantee CSA members: - Will receive a batch of produce at an affordable rate each week, with seasonal choices including both staples (tomatoes, salad mix) and surprises (peanuts? sunchokes?) - Members receive weekly tips including recipes and stories from the farm. Prices & Details: This is Real Food Farm’s second season. It runs for 22 weeks – May to September. Payment is due by March 15, 2011. Pick-up is available at: Real Food Farm, Lake Montebello Market, and other sites TBD (based on demand). A full share includes 6-8 items per week, $440. A half share includes 3-4 items per week, $235. (After March 15, payment goes up to $455 & $250 ) *For SNAP & WIC Members: * 20% OFF! There’s a $50 deposit at start of season, with weekly installment payments. Full deposit will be returned at end of season with full participation. Full Share Reduced: $352 ($16/week) *** Half Share Reduced: $188 ($8.50/week) (After March 15, payment goes up to $367 & $195). How to Apply: *Step 1: Pick a share that works for you* *Step 2: Apply for membership by checking to see if there are still slots available – email us or call, and read the agreement. * *Step 3: Send in this application<http://www.realfoodfarm.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/CSAAppandAgreement2012.pdf>and check made payable to Real Food Farm. Payment due by March 15. * Address: 2701 St. Lo Drive, Baltimore, MD 21213 Fax: (410)366-1831 Phone: (410)-366-8533 ext.203 Email: [email protected] *And here’s an abbreviated list of some of our crops this season:* Tomatoes * Cucumbers * Onions * Broccoli * Cabbage * Leeks * Cauliflower * Kale * Collards * Lettuce * Asian Greens * Chard * Beets * Carrots * Rutabaga *Green Beans * Radish * Turnip * Peas * Spinach *Potatoes * Garlic * Sweet Potatoes * Arugula * Strawberries * Fresh Herbs * Cut Flowers -- Tyler C. Brown Farm Manager Real Food Farm www.realfoodfarm.org <http://www.real-food-farm.org> http://www.facebook.com/realfoodfarm twitter.com/realfoodfarm Civic Works 2701 St. Lo Drive Baltimore, MD 21213 (410) 366-8533 ext. 203 -- Tyler C. Brown Farm Manager Real Food Farm www.realfoodfarm.org <http://www.real-food-farm.org> http://www.facebook.com/realfoodfarm twitter.com/realfoodfarm Civic Works 2701 St. Lo Drive Baltimore, MD 21213 (410) 366-8533 ext. 203 -- ______________ Maya Kosok [email protected] 301-467-9881 Open Society Institute Community Fellow '11 project profile <http://tinyurl.com/mayaosi>
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