What is Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)?

CSA is a connection between a local farmer and the people who eat the food the farm produces. The essence of the relationship is the mutual commitment: The farm supplies families and individuals with fresh, local organic produce and the people support the farm and share the inherent risks and potential bounty. CSA allows people to rediscover and participate in a system of food production and distribution that promotes healthy living, nurtures the environment, and brings people together to share the simple pleasure of living life in harmony with nature.

About our CSA Program

How long does the season run?

Boxes (with 8-10 items of seasonal produce) begin in early May and run through the year. We are moving towards a full year CSA program (48 weeks) for 2010.

What's in the box?

Spring, fall and winter vegetables may include:
Kale, chard, collard greens, asian greens, cabbage, broccoi, cauliflower, arugula, lettuce, carrots, beets, turnips, radish, winter squash, onions, herbs.

Summer vegetables may include:
Lettuce, carrots, summer squash, cucumbers, onions, tomatoes (red slicer, cherries, heirlooms), peppers, potatoes, eggplant, melons, beans, greens, garlic, herbs.

Box Pick-up

There are three pick up sites:

Rancho Cordova:
American River Ranch
2140 Chase Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
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Arden Arcade area:
Hurley Way Farm
park next door at Jonas Salk High Tech Academy
2950 Hurley Way, Sacramento, CA 95864
farm entrance off of parking lot
Google Map

Mid-town:
The Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op business office (Tuesday pick-up only)
1919 Alhambra Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95816.
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Boxes are available for pick-up after noon the River Ranch, after 2 pm at the Hurley Farm and Co-op.

How much does it cost?

There are two payment windows.
Summer/Fall: $570 (for 26 weeks starting May 1)
Must be paid in full by May 1.

Winter/Spring: $483 (for 22 weeks starting Nov 1)
Must be paid in full by Nov 1.

How do I join?

We're are full for the Fall/Winter season! If you would like to be put on the waiting list for the Spring/Summer, email csa@soilborn.org with your name and contact info and we'll contact you in the Spring if there will be a spot available.