We are small, family-owned farms in Hanover, Goochland, Powhatan Counties in Virginia, where we grow the finest vegetables, as well as flowers and herbs. All our farms practice earth-friendly growing methods that are safe for the environment and the people we love. We are accepting memberships that includes a spring, summer and fall veggie share, along with add-on shares of eggs, flowers, goat cheese, chicken. All animals are pasture raised, and grown as nature intended. Throughout the season, your weekly share is made up of the freshest vegetables available. The variety and amount depend on the season and the weather. A weekly e-newsletter (to save trees) comes out during harvest season with recipes, farm news, and other good stuff!
In Community Supported Agriculture (CSA), people sign up to receive a “share “ of locally grown produce over a growing season, becoming a “shareholder” of the farm. 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 a weekly share of fresh, high quality produce that has minimal impact on our planet's resources by being raised naturally.
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.
