Know where your food comes from and enjoy the benefits of eating seasonally. Together we contribute to a healthier, sustainable food system that develops connections between people and the land that grows your food.
What is CSA?
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a direct relationship between a local farm and its community, helping to provide a portion of a given farm’s operating budget by purchasing shares of the season’s harvest in advance of the growing season. CSAs are cooperative structures that have grown in popularity in recent years as a way to keep small scale farms viable. This grassroots movement back to a local food system makes a statement that people would like to eat locally produced food with health and sustainability in mind. CSA shareholders make a commitment to support the farm financially at the start of the season, thereby assuming some of the costs and risks along with the grower. In exchange for this commitment, we are able to provide you and your family with the freshest, healthiest vegetables possible, using farming methods that are beneficial to you and the environment. 
How it Works
During the season, mid-June through mid-October, members meet at the farm to receive their weekly share of the harvest. Pick-ups are on Wednesdays from 3-6pm. We will send weekly newsletters to provide you with recipes and cooking tips to keep you inspired in the kitchen, as well as to keep you informed of what’s happening on the farm.
How much does it cost?
Full Share CSA
18 weeks from June 15th - October12th
$475
Small Share CSA
$475
Small Share CSA
18 weeks from June 15th - October12th
$350
$350
Add-ons
egg share $90
flower share $90
There is a 5% discount on full and small shares for those that sign up with full payment before April 1st.
What's in a share?
A full shares will contain 9-11 different vegetable and herbs, intended for families, vegetarians or vegetable lovers! A small share contains about 5-6 different vegetable and herbs, intended for singles, couples or families who just need a mid-week top up to their regular market purchases. Certified organic eggs or flowers can also be added to your share.
What if I’m away or forget to pick-up my share?
Many people will have a friend or family member pick-up their veggies for them when they are away. If you let us know in advance we can hold your share for a few days or you can cancel and get a credit. Forgotten pick-ups can be saved but will not receive a credit.
Why CSA?
This transparent system creates a relationship between you and the food you eat, the land on which it's grown on and the farmers that grew it. You are voting with your dollars for what is beneficial to the environment, the farmers and the consumer.
There are many ways to participate in your local food system and CSA is just one of them. Going to farmers markets, supporting restaurants or stores which buy responsibly from local farms are all important ways to support local farms.
CSA in not for everyone, it can be a difficult adjustment for those who are used to going to the grocery store each week and getting whatever they want. Members should have a deep desire to fully embrace the flavours of each season and enjoy the challenge of eating seasonally.
Space is limited so register early! Email terrafirmafarms@gmail.com to get a registration form. Subscriptions will be confirmed by email.
