What is a CSA?
The Bed-Stuy Farm Share is a CSA. CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture. A CSA is a mutually beneficial partnership between a local farm and a neighborhood. The farm brings fresh, affordable produce to the neighborhood, and the residents provide a stable financial base for the farm.
Farm Share members join by buying a “share” in the farm in the late winter or early spring, providing upfront money that will allow the farmer to purchase seeds, hire labor and get the season started without having to take out high interest loans.
As a “shareholder” in the farm, a member receives a weekly share of the harvest from June to October (about 20-22 weeks).
Why join the Bed-Stuy Farm Share?
There are so many reasons to join the Bed-Stuy Farm Share! Here are just a few:
- fresh, organic produce at a fraction of the price (see price comparison in attached document below)
- convenient pick-up of a week’s worth of the veggies
- support environmentally-friendly agriculture
- support small, local business
- connect with your neighbors
- discover new foods and preparation methods
Where are we?
The Bed-Stuy Farm Share Project currently has two pick-up locations for shareholders: Bread Stuy Cafe, located at 403 Lewis Avenue, and a private home, located on Quincy Street between Troop Ave. and Marcus Garvey Blvd.
Who are we?
The Bed-Stuy Farm Share is volunteer-run, primarily by its members. The Bed-Stuy Farm Share depends on the time and energy of its members, supportive community organizations and residents to spread the word about the project. Find out how you can help!
Bed-Stuy Farm Share members represent the diversity of our community. We come from a variety of ethnic backgrounds, ages, family sizes, income and educational levels. Everyone who loves healthy food is welome!
