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Every week from June to the end of October, Summer CSA shareholders are invited to our Lincoln farm to receive a wide variety of fresh, local, sustainably grown vegetables. Shareholders will receive 8-24 pounds of produce each week. The poundage increases as the summer harvest gets into full swing. There will also be certain U-Pick vegetables, herbs, and flowers available for shareholders to harvest each week.
Questions? See below, as we've tried to answer many common inquiries on this page. If you still have questions, please call 781-259-8621 x21 or email csa@thefoodproject.org.
What is the Cost?
Each share is $700. The cost can be paid all at once, or in four installments.
Payment Schedule for Installments:
$50 deposit due now plus
$175 due by April 30
$175 due by May 30
$150 due by June 30
$150 due by July 30
To Pay:
Checks can be made out to The Food Project CSA and can be sent to:
The Food Project CSA
10 Lewis Street
Lincoln MA 01773
Credit card information can be mailed to the above address, or provided directly via email or phone. Please provide the type of card (visa or mastercard) name on the card, card number, expiration date, and the billing address.
781-259-8621 x 20
csa@thefoodproject.org
How many people does a share feed?
A share is designed to feed 2-3 vegetarian adults or a family of four with mixed diets.
Can I split a share?
The Food Project only sells full shares. If you would like to split a share with a friend, you may arrange to do so, but only one family can pick-up the produce at the farm at a time. We have limited parking and cannot accommodate cars for all half shares.
When does the CSA begin?
Distribution begins in early June and continues through the end of October.
Where is the pick-up site?
Shares are available for pickup at The Food Project's farm in Lincoln. For directions, click here.
What days can I pick up my food?
Pick-up days are Tuesdays or Thursdays between 2:00 and 6:00pm. We ask that each member designate either Tuesday or Thursday as their weekly pick-up days for the season.
What do I do if I am on vacation?
Share your share! CSA members can have a guest pick up their food. If no one picks up your share, the produce will be donated to a local Food Pantry.
What do I get each week?
We offer a variety of crops throughout the growing season. Most items such as potatoes, squash, salad greens and tomatoes will be available for several weeks, while other crops might only be harvested for one or two weeks. At each pick-up you also receive a newsletter, which includes farm news and food preparation tips.
Is the produce organic?
The Food Project uses 100% organic methods to grow its food, however our land has not been certified as organic. A big reason is that we are in constant communication both by word of mouth and in newsletters about what we are doing on the land. The foundation of a CSA model is a relationship of trust between the growers and the consumers--knowing your land and your farmer is much more reliable than having a label on your vegetables.
Do I get fruit in my share?
You can expect watermelons, cantaloupes, strawberries and raspberries in your share. If you’d like more local fruit, the Apple Share lasts from September through October and will cost $75 for the 2010 season. Apple Shares will be offered in July.
Can CSA members harvest?
There are certain areas where on farm CSA members can go into the fields and harvest their own vegetables, berries, herbs and flowers. We also welcome volunteers in the spring and fall on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings.
Are there any other benefits to being a member of The Food Project's CSA?
As a member of our CSA you will not only enjoy five months of fresh, local produce, but you will also be part of The Food Project community. You will receive The Food Project's newsletter, and invitations to other Food Project events. You will be able to volunteer on the land in the fall and spring.
How do I sign up?
We are now accepting new members for the 2010 season. If you would like to purchase a share, please contact Bob Roberson at 781-259-8621 x20.
