Olin-Fox Farms - What is CSA

Olin-Fox Farms'

produce is

exceptional enough

to be sold

before it is even grown.

In Community Supported Agriculture (CSA), people sign up to receive a share of locally grown produce over a growing season. By joining a CSA you express your support for a locally grown food supply and for the farmers who grow it.

CSA members pay for their shares in advance, allowing growers to plan ahead and purchase supplies for the coming season. Months prior to your first delivery, we are planning, planting and tending crops for you. In return, you will receive fresh, high quality produce that has minimal impact on our planet's resources by being raised Naturally, Organically, and Substainable.

The first CSAs started in Japan over 40 years ago. Some Japanese women became concerned about the decline of family farms in the face of rising food imports and they decided to do something about it.

These women set up an agreement with local growers and established a direct connection between those who work the land and the local community. The Japanese word (takei) is translated as putting the farmer’s face on food." It is very important these days that you know who is raising your food and how they are doing it.

Subscription Information

Olin-Fox Farms Provides our

members with fresh high quality

vegetables which promotes a healthy life style.

You will receive a copy of our newsletter, The Weekly Weeder which contains news

regarding the farms; food facts about the produce you will be receiving; and several recipes that relate to the produce for the week.

The cost of a CSA share

comprises a small portion of your food budget for a major and important part of your diet. Those who sign up for the All Season Program can spread payments out over 10 Months.

In 2010, we will be offering the ever-so-popular All Season Program (January 20 - December 18) that encompasses 25 weeks of year-round, fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. Please note the All Season Program is only offered until the start of the Winter Program on January 20th. The All Season Program is the best value - members save money by purchasing the All Season Program vs. the individual Season Programs. However, for some, signing up for Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall Programs individually works for personal schedules or eating preferences .

A Fruit Share is also inclued for All Season and Summer Program subscribers. The Fruit consists of sustainably grown strawberries, blackberries, raspberries and peaches.

In 2010, Most pickups and deliveries will be on an every other week schedule (please see 2010 schedule http://www.olinfoxfarms.com/2010ProgramSchedule.html). The shares will be larger to accommodate the non-pickup/delivery weeks. This program will enable us to provide you with the very best quality and service possible, as well as to give you more flexibility in planning that trip or vacation without missing a week's share or finding someone to pick it up for you. This change is also good for the environment, by all of us using less fuel.

For your added convenience, payment by credit card is now possible via our website, once your registration is complete. Payment plans are still available (see the pricing and registration page).

Please note, the Alexandria locations are quick to fill up and normally sell out early for all programs, so it is a good idea to sign up early.

We thank you for your support of Community Supported Agriculture, and look forward to providing you with top quality, locally grown produce.

Projected Harvest Schedule

Winter

January, February

Arugula, Beets, Cabbage, Carrots, Collard Greens, Free Range Eggs,

Green Onions, Herbs, Jerusalem artichokes, Kale, Microgreens,

Peacans, Radishes, Salad Mixes, Turnips, Natural Honey, Organic Citrus from Florida

Spring

March, April

Arugula, Asparagus, Baby Carrots, Beets, pac Choi, Cucumbers, Garlic Scapes,

Herbs, New Potatoes, Radishes, Salad Mixes, Spinach, Spring Greens, Spring Onions, Squash, Sugar Snap Peas,

Swiss Chard, Tatsoi, Turnips

Summer

May, June, July, & August, Sept

Apples, Beans, Blueberries, Cabbages,

Cantaloupe, Corn, Cucumbers, Eggplants, Figs, Garlic, Herbs, Heirloom & Specialty

Tomatoes, Hot Peppers, Okra, Pears, Potatoes, Squash, Sweet Peppers, Watermelon

Summer Fruit share

Stawberries, black berries, raspberries, peaches

Fall

September, October, November & December

Acorn Squash, Apples, Arugula, Beans, Pac Choi, Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrots,

Garlic, Head & Loose Leaf Lettuces, Herbs, Leafy Greens, Peas, Potatoes, Pumpkins, Radishes,