Community supported agriculture lets people subscribe to a farm for a season, receiving a weekly basket of produce.
Most CSAs ask that members pay for the season upfront, but some accept weekly or monthly payments.. . . (read more)
Most DiscussedIsn't it about time you joined a CSA?Community supported agriculture lets people subscribe to a farm for a season, receiving a weekly basket of produce. Most CSAs ask that members pay for the season upfront, but some accept weekly or monthly payments.. . . (read more) 6 comments
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