The 'dirt' on our CSA or - How Our CSA Works
(Details, pictures, and store links are also at the bottom of the page.)
We’re often told we have the best CSA around (see What People Are Saying), and we think you’ll agree.
We offer a wide variety of high-quality, freshly picked, always non-GMO vegetables and herbs — from familiar favorites to exciting new discoveries. Best of all, you have complete control over what goes home with you. Every week, you choose from whatever is on our market tables. Nobody does CSA quite the way we do.
With us, what you see is what you get — and you get to choose from what you see -pretty much! More than that, we’re here to support you on your journey toward health, wellness, and good food. We listen, we help, and we love making “what’s for dinner?” a little easier to answer.
Example of a Full Share getting prepared for pick up
(More pictures below)
🍅 The Basics
Sign up and prepay for the season — the earlier, the better.
Early payments help us cover spring startup costs.
The earlier you sign up, the more you save. (We usually offer an early “same year’s price” sale plus additional benefits.)
Pick up weekly at our Farmstand Market.
You choose exactly what you want from our tables — just like regular shopping.
The amount you take depends on the share size you chose (Half, Full, or Fall).
Enjoy flexibility and support.
Ask us anything! We’ll help you discover new vegetables, share storage and cooking tips, and connect you with others who love good food.
You’ll also receive our CSA newsletter with updates, seasonal notes, and the occasional kitchen inspiration.
A Market walk, and you get to shop your CSA items from 5-10 Tables worth of vegetables every week. And this is why a lot of our CSA members keep coming back. Check it out.
There are a few more videos of our Market walks available when you go to the channel.
“This is why most find our CSA “Just right” - because YOU decide what goes home with you.”
“Sign up today and reserve your share ”
FAll CSA - and Winter
We still have everything. We are offering the first ever Half Fall Share in 2025.
October 11, 2025, Farmstand Market
🍂 Fall CSA
Our Fall CSA runs from mid-October through November 30.
You’ll still enjoy many Summer vegetables as long as they’re in season, plus all the hearty fall favorites as they come in.
There’s a small overlap between the Summer and Fall CSAs — which is why we discount the Fall CSA for those who also hold a Summer share. You’ll also be able to start picking up fall vegetables early as they appear.
For Summer CSA members, fall produce isn’t included, but you’re always welcome to purchase anything you’d like.
We generally offer one Fall share size, since fall crops tend to be bulky.
However, in 2025 we introduced the first-ever Half Fall Share (yes, I checked) — for those who want something lighter or more manageable. Times are tough, and not everyone needs a full share.
This option is a “supervised” share designed to reduce waste. You’ll still receive more than your payment value per pickup, but checkout is required for tracking.
Please don’t choose this share just because it’s the least expensive — it’s built for those who truly want smaller quantities and fewer extras, with a little help to stay ‘in the lines’.
Fall Share pickups take place during our Saturday Farmstand Market (12–3 pm).
If that time doesn’t work for you, you can let us know what you’d like, and we’ll arrange a packed pickup at another time that fits your schedule.
Sign up today
and reserve your share
at the Best Price
🌿 Why CSA?
When you join our CSA, you’re doing more than buying vegetables. You’re investing in your own food security and in the local land and farm that feed you. Whatever the season brings, you have a steady source of fresh, nourishing food — and a farm family that’s here for you.
Choose What You Like
With some exceptions, you can select from most of our fresh-picked, seasonal harvest each week.
Exceptions include eggs, apples, and a few specialty items, as well as ‘the first’ or ‘the last.’ CSA is everything that we have enough for everyone. Our Retail and CSA are pretty much one in many ways. We do not channel excess to CSA or restrict things to push extra purchases. If you want to buy additional items, great, but most of the time you don’t have to.
Most of the time, we also offer a CSA discount on purchases. Even in between seasons.
Fall crops open up later for those in the Fall CSA. You’re always welcome to purchase extras outside your share.
When the harvest is abundant, you may take extra — it’s your choice. Just keep in mind that abundance works best when shared fairly.
“Fairness & Shared Abundance.” ⚖️
A note on fairness and sustainability
Over the years, we’ve noticed that when harvests are generous, it can be tempting to take a little more — and we get it! Everything looks so good. But part of what makes this model work is each member choosing responsibly.This is why most find our CSA “Just right” - because YOU decide what goes home with you.
Please take what fits your household’s needs for the week. If you often find yourself with more than you can use, it’s a sign to adjust your bag size or how you fill it, rather than overstuffing.
But if you really would like more than the share you chose, maybe you want to upgrade your share. We allow that even midseason and work something out with you that fits exactly right.
Freedom in choice only works when everyone uses that freedom thoughtfully — and we trust you to do just that.
Our goal is to offer generosity, not waste, and your awareness helps make that possible for everyone.
Pricing & Payment,
How to make it yours
Our CSA pricing is by the bag and significantly lower than retail. That doesn’t even include the generous extras we often add!
We no longer use discount codes — instead, we take care of you from the start with a SALE. This way, you don’t have to search for a code or remember to use it.
If you’d like to help us avoid processing fees, you’ll receive your “thank you” as extra vegetables or, if you prefer, a coupon for a purchase of your choice. We don’t charge you the fees.
💰 “Early Bird Savings.”
Early payments help us prepare for spring and always get the best price.
If prices rise closer to the season, your early signup locks in the previous rate.
More Than Vegetables
You don’t just get food — you get community and care.
We love introducing you to new vegetables, helping you store and preserve them, and sharing ideas for meals or freezing, canning, or drying.
Often you’ll meet other CSA or market customers who love to chat about recipes and kitchen adventures — it’s part of the fun!
Our newsletter keeps you in the loop. We don’t send it every week anymore, but you’ll always receive what you need to know.
📰“Newsletter Notes” We don’t send it every week anymore, but you’ll always receive what you need to know, and with a little fun if possible.
Important Details
Please read. Contact us for any questions at all. We love to talk about what we do and how we do it. This avoids potential problems later on. CSA does not have refunds.
Sharing a Share
We no longer allow two households to split one CSA share. No exceptions. One person must purchase and pick up the share, but you’re welcome to divide the produce afterward.
You can purchase extra “one per share” items if both parties want them, and both can sign up for the newsletter.
Bags
You may bring your own bags or use ours. Please bring the correct number and size of bags that match your share. You can use smaller bags inside them for sorting — this helps avoid confusion and keeps things fair for others.
If you forget, we always have bags available.
Risk Sharing & Refunds
By purchasing a share, you also agree to the principle of shared risk — the heart of what CSA means. Farming depends on weather and season, and while we do everything in our power to deliver as promised, no refunds are given by default.
We make this clear in our descriptions and ask for your signature at the start of the season to ensure everyone understands.
If you do not agree to these terms, please do not purchase a share.
Our Commitment: We’ll always do our best to make your CSA experience abundant, reliable, and enjoyable.
A Final Word
We encourage you to compare our CSA with others. Each farm does things a little differently — find the one that feels like your fit.
Ask:
Can I choose what I like?
What happens if I miss a pickup?
Who are the people behind the food? Who answers my questions (any/all questions)?
Does it feel like my kind of place?
For many, the answer leads right here.
A customer once shared her observation with me: “Everyone is leaving with big smiles and full bags.”
— Yes — and that’s exactly how it should be.
We’d love for you to be one of them. 🌿
❄️
Thanksgiving • Winter • Holiday Box (CSA-Type) - Get it anytime you like to stock your pantry
This is a one-time purchase of a CSA-style box filled with a mix of seasonal Fall and Winter produce. You don’t have to wait for the holidays — though it’s perfect for hosting guests or stocking up for cozy meals.
Available at the markets until Nov 30 and beyond by ordering.
Your choice of contents, two sizes. The smaller version is a tomato box plus extra ‘on the side’, the larger a Banana box well filled.
This makes a great gift as well as stocking your pantry for a lot of meal options. You can get this anytime.
We do not want to call this CSA because it is a one-time purchase. But it is a similar mix of whatever is in season.
Get Extra vegetables as a cash discount if you want to order by phone, pay cash and save us the processing fees, or order online.
This makes a lovely gift or a great way to restock your pantry with fresh farm food.
While not a CSA share, it’s created in the same spirit — farm-direct, seasonal, and generous.
You can order anytime. Get extra by ordering over the phone and paying cash (no processing fees), or order online for convenience.
Each share offers plenty for family meals, with a little extra to store or share if you like.
Oct 23, 2025 at the Downtown Windsor Market. Most of these items are available until hard freeze and storage crops beyond that.
One Price for a Whole Season of Vegetable Pickups
Market-Table Pickup: More than your share, choose what you like. The full share is your best price.
Enjoy the flexibility of selecting your favorite vegetables and unique varieties from our market tables during our weekly pickup, which runs from July to mid-October.
You select what you want from our Market Tables whenever our Market is open. We have a large variety of common and unique, uncommon vegetables.
Each week, you'll fill approximately two standard grocery bags with your chosen produce, and enjoy extra-large items like melons and cabbages "on the side." This is perfect for vegetable enthusiasts or families who enjoy fresh produce as a regular part of their meals.
Depending on the harvest and seasonal variables, we may extend the pickup period by starting earlier or adding extra weeks. These bonus weeks are a gift to our members, at no additional charge. While we can't guarantee extensions, they've been a delightful surprise in previous years.
We appreciate cash or check payments, which help us save on processing fees.
As a CSA member, you'll receive our newsletters, with important farm updates, special offers, and more. Starting in 2024, newsletters will be sent as needed, rather than weekly.
We consistently provide our members with exceptional value.
Often we’re called the best CSA, but we’ll have to take your word for it. Check out “what people are saying”
If you don’t really care for Vegetables but want to eat healthier or are only one person, we recommend the Half Share.