FAQs
How does CSA work?
The CSA model ignites a mutual commitment between farmer and community to support regenerative, small-scale agriculture, allowing the farmer to thoughtfully farm high-quality, seasonal and organic produce without generating waste. With this direct connection between member and farmer, we are able to deliver freshly picked vegetables each week, knowing exactly what and when to plant and harvest.
How big is your vegetable box?
Depending on how you cook and who you are cooking for we offer 2 sizes – a full share and a half share. The full share is for 2-4 people and offers between 8 to 12 different seasonal vegetables each week and the half share is for 1-2 people and also offers between 8 to 12 different vegetables but in less quantity.
How many different vegetables will I taste over the season?
We farm over 40 different crops with hundreds of varieties. A crazy amount of color, texture and flavors to experience.
What if I don’t eat a particular vegetable?
Although we understand this, we ask you to be adventurous, we can customize boxes. The whole idea is to eat locally and seasonally! You never know you may like it.
What is the bloom box?
We grow incredible cut flowers on the farm. Each week in the summer months you will receive a large bouquet of fresh cut organic flowers.
How big is your vegetable box?
Depending on how you cook and who you are cooking for we offer 2 sizes – a full share and a half share. The full share is for 2-4 people and offers between 8 to 12 different seasonal vegetables each week and the half share is for 1-2 people and offers between 6 to 8 different vegetables.
How many weeks is the CSA season?
The season runs from May to November (28 weeks) for the vegetable boxes, and from June to September (15 weeks) for the bloom boxes.
Can I just join the flower CSA?
Definitely, we love flower people too!
What if I’m away and cannot pick up my share?
You could ask a neighbor or friend to pick it up for you or we can donate your box to a family in need. Please let us know in advance the week you will be away so we can arrange for this.
Where do I pick up my share?
Each week your box will be ready for your pick-up at one of our neighborhood partner businesses. Select which location best suits you in the dropdown menu when placing your order.
Can I change my pick-up location?
Yes, but the farm needs to know on the Sunday before that week’s delivery.
What day is pick up?
We offer pick up on Tuesdays.
Can we pick up our share on the farm?
You can, pick-up on the farm is Saturday mornings from 9am to 1pm. We ask that you let us know by Sunday the weekend before if you will join us on the farm.
Are there crops we can pick ourselves at the farm?
There are! The u-pick fields are open Saturday morning from 9am to 1pm. Depending on the season you can pick beans, peas, cherry tomatoes, herbs and more!
Can I buy vegetables in bulk?
Yes, let us know in advance and we will offer a list where you can select which vegetables you would like to receive in bulk – either for canning, preserving or if you’re having a party!
Can I buy flowers in bulk?
Yes!
Do you provide recipe ideas?
Yes, each month we will include a printed leaflet in your box of our vegetable of the month, including nutritional recommendations, best practices for handling and preparation, as well as recipes. We also send out weekly emails with tips from the farmers for the week's harvest.
And workshops?
We curate different farm related workshops throughout the season. We will provide you with a calendar of events for you to join.
And farm dinners?
We also have exciting food events throughout the season, you will be the first to know and have discounts and priority for joining.
Do the farmers like hugs?
Definitely.
How do I sign up?
You can place an order from the options below. Or if you have any more questions, please email us at
csa@slowness.com.
