The Farm on St. Mathias

“Seriously Local Food”

CSA = Community Supported Agriculture

What is a CSA?

In basic terms, a CSA consists of a community of individuals who pledge support to a farm operation so that the farmland becomes a community farm, with the grower and consumers providing mutual support and sharing the risks and benefits of food production.  Typically, members, or “shareholders” of the farm pledge in advance to cover the anticipated costs of the farm operation.  In return, they receive shares in the farm’s bounty throughout the growing season, as well as satisfaction gained from reconnecting to the land and participating directly in food production.  Members also share in the risks of farming, including poor harvests due to unfavorable weather or pests.  In addition, shareholders benefit from locally grown, organically produced fresh produce free from pesticides and herbicides. 

 

The Farm on St. Mathias will continue to offer summer harvest shares through July 4th.  Please call for availability of regular season CSA shares. 

 

The community garden plots are looking fabulous with groups cultivating and planting their own plots.  We are grateful for the relationships we continue to build in our community. 

 

CSA Share News:

· Meat shares will be on an ala cart basis.  The farm will stock chicken, beef, lamb, pork and buffalo.  Meat will be restocked based on need.  This will allow customers to purchase meat based on need, i.e., a family of 2 vs family of 4 or company’s coming!

· Vegetable shares will be $480.00 for approximately 16 weeks, or as the season permits. Generally, baskets are ready by mid June and run through September.  We offer a 10% discount for those customers who pay in full. We have done considerable research on pricing and feel that the price structure is lower than other CSAs in our general area and are of a comparable value. 

· A new change is membership dues:  Because of the state of the economy and a desire to provide shares to all, The Farm on St. Mathias will accommodate all customers with a payment schedule.  Please contact The Farm for individual and confidential consultation.  You may reserve your basket subscription for as little as $25.00.

· Distribution days are Saturday at the Farm and Tuesdays in Brainerd and Nisswa. 

· Click here for Subscription Agreement.  Subscription Agreements should be received with down payment by May 31st or by special arrangement.