Monday, February 1, 2010

CSA Time! Earthen Harvest Organics

This is the time of year when I start dreaming of summertime.  Long, warm days and lots of fresh NJ vegetables - I can't wait!  I am so tired of short, cold days.  I need sunshine! 

One bit of winter excitement - I just bought a share from a local CSA (Consumer Supported Agriculture) and I can't wait for my first box of fresh produce.  Yes, I get excited by fresh produce and it will be like Christmas once a week for me!  I waited too long last year and all of the shares were sold out.  So if you want to join a CSA, I would suggest reaching out to the farmers now.   I joined Earthen Harvest in Ocean County, NJ.  It is a small organic farm that delivers its CSA share boxes right to your doorstep - how great is that!

11 comments:

  1. How awesome! I think this is such a great idea.

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  2. I've been looking for a good CSA in my area, but so far I haven't had much luck (most of them are full, belive it or not!). Your CSA goodies look delicious!

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  3. I think I will be doing a CSA box too this season.....I am dreaming of NJ produce and farmers markets!

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  4. Very cool. We would love to do this someday. - John

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  5. The CSA is a wonderful way to support your local farmer. I hope that you will share your bounty with us each week on your blog. :-)

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  6. Now, that's what I call service. Right at your doorstep. Can I ask are the prices reasonable? I know you have to take into account that they are organic but is the convenience of having them delived calculated in the price?

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  7. Hi Elisa,
    The cost is $675 for the season or $24.11 per week including the delivery! It is a full share for 4-6 people. Other CSAs in NJ cost about the same or a little more and you need to pick up the boxes. Take care!

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  8. Now that the season is almost over, I would be ineterested in hearing your overall review of the CSA. Would you participate again? I just stumbled on your site while researching CSA's in the Monmouth/Ocean County area.

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  9. I just tried to reach Earthen Harvest's website which I've done plenty of times earlier. It says the URL is not valid. Can anyone else reach them?

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  10. I was just on their website. I have also called and emailed but didn't hear back. Do you know when the 2011 registration is? How was the 2010 harvest?

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  11. Hello! I am doing some research as well for a csa in Toms River area. What are your reviews for the overall season? Was it well worth the money? Did you sign up again for this season? Thanks!

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