CSAs are
becoming very popular amongst small scale, Canadian farmers. Prior to the start
of the growing season local food enthusiasts purchase “shares” in their local
farm in exchange for a weekly food box that contains a variety of produce for a
prescribed period of time.
All food
offered through Catnap Gardens’ weekly food box has been grown on our farm in
Midhurst using hand tools and without the aid of fossil fuels (except our
tiller) or chemical fertilizers. We source certified organic seeds, use organic
potting mix and certified organic compost. Our weed control methods include
tarping, tilling, flame weeding and hand pulling. We emphasize soil health and
small scale methods to ensure our vegetables produce the highest nutrients
possible for our customers.
By investing
in the CSA model members are investing in the farm and helping to make a more
food secure future for their community.
At
Catnap Gardens, members receive a share of the garden’s bounty for 12 weeks from
July 18
until Oct 3.
The
cost per share is $360 for the season
(which averages to $30 a week) payable in a lump sum or with a $120 deposit and
two postdated cheques.
Your
deposit secures your spot. We are only offering 30 shares this year so don’t
delay or you may lose your spot.
There
will be three pick up times this year from which to choose...
Tuesdays 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. @
Bldg P210 in Borden (new hospital building)
Fridays 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. @ the
Farm in Midhurst (County Road 27 & Horseshow Valley Rd)
Saturdays 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. @ the
Orillia Fairgrounds Farmer’s Market
What’s
included in each share varies week to week. A typical box from Catnap Gardens may include:
July: peas, globe
& cherry tomatoes (heirloom varieties), cucumber, herbs, romaine lettuce,
spring mix, radishes, carrots, zucchini **NEW** microgreens, kale.
August: baby
greens, sweet peppers, globe & cherry tomatoes (heirloom varieties),
cucumber, beans, melon, baby romaine and other greens, new potatoes, **NEW**
microgreens, multi coloured carrots, patti pan summer squash.
September:
Baby greens, leeks, head lettuce, tomatoes, broccoli, onions, winter squash, spinach,
tomatoes, carrots, pumpkin, and assorted decorative gourds.
Email catnapgardens@gmail.com for a registration form.
If you have any questions about the CSA
food box program please call Tracy at (705) 716-7646
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