The Accokeek Foundation’s Center for Agricultural and Environmental Stewardship presents
SUCCESSFUL CSAs: How to Start and Manage a Community Supported Agriculture Program Thursday, March 3, 2011 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Accokeek Foundation Education Center $25, lunch included Pre-registration required Online registration available at www.accokeek.org
As the new food movement gains momentum, Community Supported Agriculture has become a popular sales model for local food. The arrangement allows consumers to purchase their produce directly from the source and can give farmers a solid sales base before planting season even begins. This workshop is perfect for farmers who are interested in starting a CSA or refining their current operation. The Foundation has for almost two decades operated a CSA, and we will share with participants the production and marketing knowledge that we have gathered over the years. The event will feature a panel of experienced farmers, including Joan Norman of One Straw Farm and Kristin Carbone of Radix Farm, who will discuss the “how to” details of operating a CSA—from finding a customer base and setting up a planting schedule to packaging produce and communicating with shareholders. David Martin of Baltimore County Extension will discuss food safety. Participants will receive a handbook and take-home materials. A locally-sourced lunch will be provided. A limited number of scholarships are available. Email mmulder@accokeek.org to apply.
Register online at www.accokeek.org today! Accokeek Foundation | 3400 Bryan Point Rd. Accokeek, MD 20607 301-283-2113 | accofound@accokeek.org