Community Shared Agriculture

 

GLEN VALLEY ORGANIC FARM CSA

Our 2024 CSA box is now available with some new and exciting improvements to better serve our members!  Two farms working together at Glen Valley Organic Farm Co-op, providing one delicious CSA Harvest box weekly May through November. 

 

Your GVOF CSA box is now customizable and there are unlimited delivery holds!!

When you sign up, choose your…

1. SEASON: 

  • Early Season Share (6 weeks May to mid-June): Glen Valley Greens and/or 
  • Main Season Share (24 weeks mid-June through November): A summer and fall bounty with an add-on option of fruit from our partners Snowy Mountain Organics in Cawston, BC

2. HOW MUCH & HOW OFTEN:

  • Full-share (delivery every week)- option for families that do lots of cooking and eat lots of vegetables or they're sharing the box with another household OR
  • Half-share (delivery every other week)- option for those in small occupancy households or very busy.

3. YOUR BOX CONTENTS:

Don't like eggplant? Can't stand radicchio?.. While we may think you're nuts- it wouldn't be the first time we heard it. 

Our Glen Valley CSA program uses a computer software program called Farmigo, which allows members to view or make changes to their account, such as:

  • Customize: We provide a default box according to our yearly harvest plan, but you can swap in or out according to your menu plan for the week.
  • Delivery holds: Going on vacation? No problem!  You can place your delivery for the upcoming week(s) on hold. And the value of that box goes back towards your balance and you can spend it in our...
  • Store: Craving some chocolate, need pasta for your dinner recipe, looking for gift ideas..? We offer an online store that conveniently gives you access to a selection of other ethical and sustainable products such Fair-trade, organic chocolates, herbal teas, mushrooms, pasta and lots more! Keep in mind these off-farm items are an add-on for purchase or to use up your balance from holds credits and not part of customizing your box.

4. PICK UP LOCATION AND PAYMENT OPTIONS:

We pack each box with care and deliver to a long list of hub points in the lower mainland. Learn more about pricing, payment options, locations and how to sign up: www.glenvalleycsa.com

Sign up for your share of weekly certified organic produce!

We live and farm at Glen Valley Organic Farm Co-op and as such have partnered with Close to Home Organics who also live and farm on this beautiful 50 acre property. We have also partnered with the awesome farmers at Snowy Mountain Organics in Cawston, BC for their incredible assortment of fruit.

By collaborating we are able to ensure diverse variety and a great quality box of produce through the different seasons of the year.

Visit the Glen Valley Organic Farm CSA website to learn more and sign up: https://www.glenvalleycsa.com

What is Community Shared Agriculture (CSA)?

Community Shared Agriculture (CSA) is a type of farm program that recognizes the importance of the relationship between producer and consumer and is based on the understanding that operating a small-scale sustainable farm is a community-oriented endeavour.  Both farmer and consumer share responsibility in both the benefits (fresh, local, healthy and ethically grown produce) and risks (bad weather, illness, pests) that are inherently involved in the practice of organic farming.  The consumer traditionally gives the farmer one easy payment early in the year (although we offer payment plans) when the biggest expenses (leases, seed, fertilizer, equipment maintenance/repair, rentals, tilling, etc.) are incurred by the farmer and the CSA member benefits from a weekly supply of the freshest and tastiest produce throughout the growing season.

We’ve heard over and over again from CSA members that they love this program, because it encourages a well-rounded diet full of vegetables, encourages them to be creative and often leads to more socializing with friends so they can share the bounty and show off their new culinary skills!  Please note that the CSA is not a bulk buyers club, however get on our list to hear updates about bulk buying opportunities (tomatoes, blueberries, pickling cucumbers, potatoes).

We have learned over the years that farmers are better at what they do when they work together. After all, agriculture's roots are based in communities of folks helping each other out and trading with one another to diversify their product bases.  We all want increased benefits for our members and a stronger foundation from which to do that- by cooperating with one another we have that advantage.  Thus Earth Apple Organic Farm, Close to Home Organics and Snowy Mountain Organics are forging ties and working with a model that we believe will benefit everyone.  Please join us in this circle of delicious potential!

Seasonal Availability

May-June:  Peas/ Spinach/ Salad Greens/ Green Garlic/ Green Onions/  Kale/ Radish/ Salad Turnips/ Choi/ Green Garlic/ Rhubarb/ Kohlrabi/Nettles/Baby Carrots

July-August: New Potatoes/ Blueberries/ Beans/ Spinach/ Salad Greens/ Beets/ Carrots/ Garlic Scapes/ Green Onions/ Kale/ Radish/ Tomato/ Cucumber/ Sweet Peppers/ Eggplant/ Summer Squash/ Broccoli/ Cabbage/ Basil/ Cilantro/ Parsley/ Sweet Corn/ Fennel Bulb

September-October: Potatoes/ Garlic/ Carrots/ Cabbage/ Beans/  Spinach/ Lettuce/ Beets/ Carrots/ Leeks/ Onions/ Kale/ Radish/ Tomato/ Cucumber/ Sweet Peppers/ Broccoli/ Cauliflower/Rutabaga/ Summer Squash/ Winter Squash/ Cabbage/ Parsley

October-November: Potatoes/ Garlic/ Onions/ Carrots/ Beets/ Cabbage/ Baby greens/ Kale/ Radish/ Turnip/ Rutabaga/ Broccoli/ Winter Squash/ Brussel Sprouts/ Cilantro/

*Please note that some vegetables are in season for a long periods of time, such as summer squash, kale, tomatoes and potatoes. Thus you will see them in you box multiple times. Be ready to find creative and delicious ways to keep your recipes and meal ideas fresh and fun!