Now taking Registrations for 2008
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Community Supported Agriculture

What is Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)?

CSA is a community of individuals who support a farm operation. The farmers and the members provide mutual support and share the risks and benefits of food production.

Typically, you as a share-holder pledge in advance to help cover the anticipated costs of the farm operation. In return, you receive shares in the farm's bounty throughout the growing season.

You also share in the risks of farming, including unfavorable weather or pests. We are flexible and able to adjust, so there is little chance of shortfall for you.

This is our fifth year as a CSA farm. We are staying small - aiming at 50 shares this year -so we can provide the best food possible.

How does it work?

CSA members sign up and purchase their shares before the growing season begins. Shares are $350 for a small share and $500 for a large share. 

You will receive fresh, locally-grown, organic produce once a week for 21 weeks from June 2 through October 23. You will receive a wide variety of vegetables, herbs, and flowers. Amounts vary but we optimistically predict you will have more than you need. We will share ways for you to freeze, can, or dry surplus vegetables.

Delivery Option

This year we are continuing our delivery option. The cost for this is $60.  For two or more shares at one delivery location, there is a 50% discount on delivery charge. The delivery area  covers the West Gardiner-Augusta corridor, on both sides of the Kennebec. Contact us for more information. For those of you who choose this option, we hope you will find time to come visit the farm and see your vegetables growing! 

Farmer's Market Share

This year, we are adding a "farmer's market share".  Members may purchase shares for $100 and $200, entitling you to buy $110 or $220 worth of produce at the Augusta Farmer's Market at Mill Park (Tuesday 2-6 p.m.), the Winthrop Farmer's Market (Saturday 9 a.m. -1 p.m.), or at our farmstand here at Long Meadow on Sunday from 1-5 p.m.  Shares are renewable.

Farm Pickup

Pick-up at the farm is anytime between 2 and 8 p.m. on Monday or Thursday.  Please take the opportunity to visit the animals, walk the gardens, or sit by the pond. You can also help yourself to the pick-your-own herbs and flowers.

Distribution Days

     Delivery -         Mondays, 1-4 p.m.

     Farm Pickup - Mondays and Thursdays, 2-8 p.m.

How do I join?

Simply download our CSA brochure, print the application, and mail it in with a deposit of $100. If you prefer a hard copy, (or have questions) contact us and we'll mail one to you.

For the 2008 CSA brochure click here.