CSA FAQs

What is a CSA?

CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture. Ahead of each growing season, local farms offer shares of their harvest to members of the community they serve. Before any food is grown, CSA members "buy in" to the farm with their purchase of a farm share. This purchase helps offset the operational costs including seed purchase, staffing and infrastructure that weigh heavy at the start of the year. When the farm begins producing food, CSA members benefit by receiving a weekly portion of each harvest. Our members will be able to choose what items they want, and pick up every week.

As the farm thrives, the community that supports it does too. The farm will honor the commitment of its CSA members by providing the highest quality produce as it comes into season. 

Why buy a CSA share?

"I want to shop more local." How many times have you said this to yourself or to friends? It's a noble goal but long work days and life commitments get in the way. A CSA share is one-time purchase that supports local year-round. When you eat food that comes from your neighbors you're not only supporting local growers, you're reducing your carbon footprint by bypassing the produce that is shipped in from all over the world to the supermarket. While the full price of a CSA share may seem overwhelming at first, the value that comes from the weekly availability of local, fresh produce can go a long way in reducing your grocery bill. Know who grows your food, eat healthy and support your community.

With the Flex CSA, you also earn a 10 percent credit with your share purchase. That’s free added dollars to your overall spending limit. It is the biggest bang for your buck and the best way to save when shopping with us!

What comes in my CSA?

You have the power to choose what you would like in your order! That’s the beauty of the Flex CSA. Early summer, expect a number of cool-weather crops that we enjoy growing like spinach, arugula, carrots, radish and bok choy. As the weeks warm up and long-season crops mature, summer staples like cucumbers, tomatoes, zucchini and eggplant will become available. Our favorite season-long salad mixes and head lettuce will also be featured throughout. You can pair your items together in a recipe or have them star as a main course dish at your next meal. 

Where do I pick up my veggies?

Online orders from our Virtual Farmstand can be picked up the following Saturday, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at our farm. You can also use your CSA dollars to shop with us at the Clinton Farmers Market every Thursday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. from June through October.

What size share should I buy?

We are offering three size shares to our CSA this season: a full share, a half share and a mini share. For households of 3 or more, we recommend a full share. For smaller households of 1-2 people, we recommend a half share. For students, people with busy summer travel plans, or those just getting started on their local food journey, we recommend a mini share.

What if I'm away on vacation one week?

Feel free to put your dollars toward the following week’s order. You have the ability to order more one week and less the next. Just remember that your dollars are non-refundable and we encourage you to use them up before the season ends.

What if I'm running late and miss pickup time?

Life happens. No worries. Please contact poststfarm@gmail.com to arrange a time the following day to pick up your share.