There's a new CSA in the Flatbush section of Brooklyn: Flatbush Farm Share. The
mission of Flatbush Farm Share is to make fresh, organic, produce
available to any Brooklyn resident, regardless of economic status.
There are 100 shares available for all income levels, and a generous
subsidy program for low-income members.
So what is a CSA? It is an opportunity for a group of people to form a direct
relationship with a local farmer. Members of a CSA directly benefit by
paying less for their produce – 20% savings in an average year – and by
getting a weekly delivery of organic produce fresh from the earth. In
exchange, CSA members make a financial commitment to a local farm by
purchasing a share of its crops before the start of a season. This
investment supports farm operating costs, and guarantees a buyer for
their harvest. A CSA is great for you, for your community, for the
local economy, and for the environment.
FLATBUSH FARM SHARE
Distribution site: Flatbush Reformed Church
(at Flatbush Ave and Church St)
Share Pick-up: Wednesdays, June 3 – October 28,
from 5-8pm
Parking lot on site, blocks from Church Ave Q & B train, and the 41 and 35 bus route
This is a great idea! Everyone should have access to healthy food. There is a farm fresh initiative in progress in Washington Heights. But before it will be actualized, residents can try some of the already affordable local options. I blogged about it here:
http://blogs.journalism.cuny.edu/interactive2010/2009/09/25/produce-and-meat-in-washington-heights/
The more CSA’s the merrier. Check out other locations throughout the city: http://www.justfood.org/csa/locations/