Shepherd Farms Community Supported Agriculture
We are happy to announce that our Green Team has connected with the Shepherd Farms CSA (community sustainable agriculture) program to bring fresh, organic produce to the families of Cold Spring School! Farmer Tom Shepherd launched the organic Carpinteria based farm in 1973, and it has been a trailblazer in the local farming community ever since. The CSA program was adopted in the 1980’s to bridge the gap between the overworked, underpaid “organic” movement, and industrial agriculture.
We currently have 13 families participating in the program at CSS and hope more will join! It is a great way to experience new and interesting produce, as well as support local agriculture and reducing your carbon footprint. If you are interested in the program, please read the information below and visit the Shepherd Farms website for more information on programs and events at their farm!
http://www.shepherdfarmscsa.com/
ORDERING OPTIONS:
- Bushel Share: $350/ quarter for 13 weeks recommended for a family of 3-4. Each box will contain local seasonal fruits & veggies, approximately 10-12 items per box.
- Peck Share: $250/ quarter for 13 weeks recommended for a 1-2 people. Each box will contain approximately 8-10 seasonal fruits and veggies.
HOW TO ORDER:
To sign up, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with your order information, then go to the Shepherd Farms website contact page at: http://www.shepherdfarmscsa.com/contact/ and fill out your contact information.
IMPORTANT-At the question box, please indicate you are a family with Cold Spring School.
There will be an envelope in the office for Shepherd Farms CSA, please put your check made out to Shepherd Farms for either your share or peck amount. Since we can only bring this service to the school as a fundraiser, please include a separate check to the Cold Spring School Parent Club for $10.00. Please paperclip the 2 checks together or put both in a small envelope. The last day to sign up and drop off your check for this fall cycle is November 3rd, 2011.
