I've been doing a lot of research lately about CSA partnerships available to us in Leesburg and Nashville (since this will be our new home in about 6 weeks). The idea of getting fresh, local produce delivered or available for pick-up weekly is so entcing. Plus the fact it is reasonably priced, comparable to most organic produce in supermarkets, and grown oftentimes in my own zip code, makes it an all around great option for us. More information about the relationships between farmer and consumer can be found on Local Harvest's website.
For those of you who don't know anything about CSA's, visit their site and read up on them. You can also use their tool to search and see if there are any near you!
We're joining the Long Hungry Creek Farm and are really excited to be a part of this year's growing season! The pick up location is a mere 1/2 mile from our front door and is every Monday afternoon. For $80 a month ($2.60 a day) we'll be able to eat locally grown organic produce that was picked that same week! Our farmer also uses biodynamic organic farming method which was born in 1924 and basically operates on the principle that the use of artificial fertilizers will have a detrimental effect on our soils, and eventually, our development. The use of cover crops, compost and manure are the main methods of this farming practice.
Though I plan on planting a garden in our new backyard, I'm also looking forward to trying new vegetables we might not otherwise choose as we join this community. We're looking forward to eating with the seasons and supporting local growers at the same time.
May-June -- lettuce, green onions, parsley, carrots, peas, swiss chard, beets, garlic, summer squashes, and new potatoes
July -- green beans, cucumbers, tomatoes, corn, melons, flowers, and fresh herbs like sweet basil, dill and oregano
August -- cukes, chard, summer squash, and carrots finish their season, but acorn and spaghetti squash, watermelons, peppers, leeks, mustard, and celery
Sept-Oct -- mustard greens, lettuces, kale, collards, chinese cabbage, bok choy, tat soi, arugula, mizuna, parsley, kohlrlbi, turnips, and daikon radishes. Enjoy the last of the tomatoes, melons and other summer crops, and get ready for sweet potatoes!
Nov-Dec -- Abundant potatoes, butternut squash, sweet potatoes, garlic, gourds, and pumpkins
Join one today- you won't be disappointed!
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