Red Shirt Farm CSA

CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture—a way to directly support your local farm while getting the freshest food possible. When you join our CSA, you’re purchasing a CSA card (like a gift card) that you can use to buy Red Shirt Farm produce throughout the season. In return, we give you a 10% bonus on your purchase as a thank-you for your early commitment.

Instead of receiving a pre-selected share each week, you now have complete flexibility to shop at our farm store whenever it’s convenient for you.

✔ Choose your CSA level (see options below).
✔ Receive a CSA card loaded with your balance plus a 10% bonus on your purchase.
✔ Shop anytime during the season for any Red Shirt Farm produce—no more fixed pickup days!

Being part of a CSA means more than just getting fresh food—it’s about becoming part of a community that values sustainability, health, and local agriculture. Here’s what makes it special:

✔ You’re supporting us—your farmers – Your early payment allows us to buy seeds, potting soil, and pay for the labor needed to grow the vegetables you'll be picking up later in spring and summer. CSA memberships provide essential funding to keep the farm running and ensure a bountiful harvest.
✔ Ultra-fresh, nutrient-dense produce – Picked at peak ripeness and flavor, often just hours before you take it home.
✔ A deeper connection to your food – Know exactly where your food comes from and who is growing it.
✔ Support for local agriculture – Your commitment helps small farms like ours stay viable and continue using regenerative, sustainable practices.
✔ Exclusive CSA member perks – Access to our Pick-Your-Own Herb & Flower Garden, farm visits, and member-only events.
✔ Better value for your money – CSA members get a 10% bonus on their purchases, meaning you receive more food for every dollar spent.
✔ Encourages seasonal eating – Enjoy a wide variety of fruits and vegetables at their peak, learning to cook with what’s in season.
✔ Less packaging and waste – Buying directly from the farm reduces unnecessary plastic and food waste.
✔ A more resilient food system – By supporting local farms, you’re investing in food security and a healthy planet.

CSA membership is an investment in your health, your local economy, and the environment—while ensuring you always have access to the best food possible!

$400 Share (you pay $360) – A Light & Flexible Option

✔ Perfect for a single person who enjoys fresh vegetables but doesn’t cook every day.
✔ Great for those who travel frequently and won’t be around for the full season.
✔ A good starter share for someone new to CSA who wants to test it out.

$600 Share (you pay $540) – A Balanced Choice

✔ Ideal for two people who eat vegetables regularly but not in large quantities.
✔ A great fit for a single person on a vegetarian or plant-forward diet.
✔ Works well for someone who loves fresh produce but doesn’t do a lot of preserving.

$800 Share (you pay $720) – The Small Family Favorite

✔ Best for a couple who loves cooking with fresh vegetables or eats plant-heavy meals.
✔ Perfect for a small family looking for fresh, seasonal produce throughout the week.
✔ A great choice for an individual who enjoys both eating fresh and preserving vegetables for later.

$1000 Share (you pay $900) – The Ultimate CSA Experience

✔ If you’ve had a Full Share in the past and wished for even more veggies, this is for you!
✔ Perfect for a small family that eats a lot of vegetables and wants to freeze, can, or ferment extra produce.
✔ Designed for someone who wants a steady supply of local vegetables from late spring through winter.
✔ A great option if you love hosting meals, cooking in bulk, or experimenting with new recipes.

Still Unsure?

Consider:

• How often you cook at home

• How many people you’re feeding

• Whether you’d like extra veggies to freeze, can, or ferment

If you have questions, we’re happy to help!

Healthy Food for Everyone

We believe fresh, local food should be accessible to everyone. If cost is a barrier, we’re happy to work with you. Alternative payment arrangements are available—just reach out.

📩 Email us at csa@redshirtfarm.com

Being a CSA member means you’re sharing in both the rewards and challenges of small-scale farming. We promise to do our best to provide you with an abundant selection of produce throughout the season, using sustainable practices like irrigation, row cover, and integrated pest management to reduce risks. However, despite these efforts, factors like extreme weather, pests, or other unexpected events can sometimes affect crop yields.

By joining our CSA, you’re helping to support the long-term sustainability of Red Shirt Farm—ensuring that we can continue growing food for you and the community for years to come. CSA membership is about partnership and commitment, and we appreciate that you’re in it with us, rain or shine!

No, we do not offer refunds due to crop failures. Farming is inherently unpredictable, and part of being a CSA member means sharing in both the risks and rewards of the season. While we take every possible measure to ensure a bountiful harvest, factors beyond our control—such as weather, pests, or disease—can sometimes impact yields. Your CSA membership is a commitment to supporting the farm through both abundant harvests and more challenging seasons, ensuring that we can continue growing food for you and the community for years to come.

No. Unlike some CSA's, we do not require that you work as part of your membership. However, some members love to get their hands in the dirt and volunteer occasionally to assist with weeding or other tasks. We welcome volunteers but ask that you call ahead and schedule so we are available to work with you or get you started.

Yes. We encourage you to bring your own bags, boxes or cooler to carry your vegetables home. However, we do supply recycled plastic shopping bags in case you forget your own.

Yes. We make our own compost and would welcome your vegetable scraps. Complete the cycle by turning Red Shirt Farm vegetables into Red Shirt Farm compost.

We love dogs and have two of our own. However, there are many animals on the farm as well as other CSA members and their children who may not be as comfortable around your dogs. We ask you to assess your own dog—if s/he is very well-behaved around animals, adults and children, you may bring him/her to the farm. Your dog must be on a leash and restrained by you at all times. If s/he he gets overly excited by all the farm stimulation, we ask that you return your dog to your car.

We’re happy to help! If you have any questions about the CSA, payments, or anything else, reach out to us:

📧 Email: csa@redshirtfarm.com
📍 Visit: Our farm store (opening this spring!)

We can’t wait to share another season of farm-fresh produce with you! 🌱