LANCASTER FARM FRESH COOPERATIVE 2012 SPRING/SUMMER CSA

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1 LANCASTER FARM FRESH COOPERATIVE 2012 SPRING/SUMMER CSA A Shared Health: Certified Organic vegetables, fruit, flowers and medicinal herbs good for the environment, good for you. It might be hard to imagine but our famers are already gearing up for the upcoming year of growing. Reserve your share in their harvest by selecting one or more of our delicious produce packages. It s easy to maintain your healthy diet with our remarkably fresh, organic vegetables, available in two sizes: full and half. Berries, tree fruits and melons, if the weather is cooperative, will be plentiful and are planned as the tasty accents to weekly deliveries when you participate in the Fruit Share. For the nose and eyes the Flower Share brings you a bouquet of captivating scents and colors. With the Community Supported Medicine (CSM) share, LFFC member farm, Lancaster Farmacy will supplement your wellbeing from herbs and teas to salves and tinctures this small share packs a wealth of health. The bounty of the summer growing season lasts for 25 weeks. During this time you will likely come across varieties of produce that are common and strange. Some of the familiar items will taste like new because of the care with which they are raised. Once a month a member farm (75 small family farms and growing!) will host a picnic open to all CSA shareholders. These picnics are a core element of our mission, to maintain the bond between farm and consumer. When you choose to eat locally and organically you choose to live mindfully sharing the health. FULL VEGETABLE SHARE: $ for 25 weeks ~ HALF VEGETABLE SHARE: $ for 25 weeks ~ FRUIT SHARE: $ for 22 weeks ~ FLOWER SHARE: $ for 20 weeks ~ COMMUNITY SUPPORTED MEDICINE (CSM) SHARE: $ for 12 weeks

2 Full Vegetable Share Weekly (May October, 25 Deliveries) If you want to experience the great diversity of vegetables available in the Mid-Atlantic region this is the share type for you. We love growing and experimenting with the more unique varieties and we hope that you are equally as enthusiastic. But don t be mistaken, the cooking staples like onions, garlic, zucchini and tomatoes are just as exciting to us. Furthermore, our produce is more delicious than you can find in the store for two reasons the Certified Organic methods we practice, and the quickness in which we deliver the produce to you. Why is organic more flavorful? Because when plants defend themselves from pests and climate (rather than depend on chemicals) they develop strong immunities which translate into a robust array of vitamins and minerals. Those nutrients, once a plant is harvested, slowly diminish. Since we deliver the produce within a day or so of harvest, the nutrients will be at their peak availability. Suitable for families and culinary enthusiasts. Explore the month-to-month varieties below. May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Green Kale 1 Bag Spinach 1 Bag Broccoli Green Romaine Red Scallions Easter Egg Radishes Mint 1 Head Red Leaf 1 Spicy Mix 1 Package Mushrooms 1 Bulb Fennel 2 Green Zucchini Leaf 1 Bag Fava Beans 1 Head Red Butterhead 1 Quart New Red Fresh Sweet Onions 1 Head Broccoli 1 Bag Garlic 1 Bag Mix Orange Mint Collard Greens Cabbage French Heirloom Carrots 1 Bag Fresh White Onions 1 Bag Green Beans 2 Slicing Cucumbers 1 Bag New Red 2 Baby Bush Striped Zucchini Dandelion Greens 3 Green Bell Purple Basil Bulls Blood Beets 12 Ears Sweet Corn 1 Bag Yellow Onions Red Chard 3 Red Bell 1 Bag Roma 1 Bag Yellow Patty Pan 2 Small Heads Butterhead 1 Eggplant 1 Pint Cherry 1 Bulb Young Fennel Dandelion Greens Oregano or Rosemary Red Radishes Cured Candy Onions Red Romaine Tatsoi 1 Bag Fresh Shallots Collard Greens 2 Italian Eggplants 1 Spaghetti Green Romaine 1 Butternut 1 Bag Red Dill 1 Neck Pumpkin 1 Bag Purple Viking Lacinato Kale 1 Bag Cured Yellow Onions Red Radishes 1 Bag Mixed Stuffing 1 Head Flashy Troutsback 1 Baby Blue Hubbard 1 Head Bok Choy Cilantro 1 Acorn

3 Half Vegetable Share Weekly (May October, 25 Deliveries) The Half Vegetable share was created to strike a balance for those who typically cook two or three times a week and those who prefer the traditional kitchen staples. These items are the same size and quality as what is included in the Full Share. There s only one difference: the quantity. Each week brings 4 9 types of produce including, Cabbage, Onions, Beets,, Cucumbers and. Suitable for small households and students Explore the month-to-month varieties below. May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Mint 1 Bag Micro Radish Greens Leaf Red Scallions Rhubarb 1 Bag Mesclun Mix Leaf 1 Package Cremini Mushrooms 1 Quart Red New Chioggia Beets Fresh Red Onions 1 Head White Cauliflower 2 Green Zucchini Yellow or Green Chard Dill 1 Bulb Fennel Cabbage 1 Bag French Patty Pan 1 Bag Black Bean Shoots 3 Lemon Cucumbers 2 Fresh Sweet Onions 1 Bag Yukon Gold 3 Green Bell 4 Ears Sweet Corn 1 Bag Heirloom 1 Bag Yellow Onions Red Chard 3 Red Bell 1 Bag Roma 1 Bag Yellow Patty Pan 2 Small Heads Butterhead 1 Eggplant 1 Pint Cherry Sweet or Thai Basil 1 Head Red Romaine Cured Candy Onions 1 Bag Beauregard Sweet 2 Italian Eggplants 1 Spaghetti Leaf 1 Pint Mixed Cherry Lacinato Kale 1 Acorn 1 Bag White Hamon Sweet Red Radishes Butterhead Tatsoi Endive 1 Bag Green Bell 1 Package Shiitake Mushrooms

4 Fruit Share Weekly (June October, 22 Deliveries) Every month has its fruit and you will discover all the many varieties summer conjures. Early season favorites include strawberries, blueberries and cherries. As the summer turns hot and dry the climate is primed for watermelons and cantaloupes. When we approach autumn, pears and apples will be coming in by the bushel. We source the fruit from our member farms, as well as local and regional partners. All fruit is either Certified Organic or raised using the environmentally sensitive IPM (Integrated Pest Management) standard. Occasionally, when production is low, the fruit share includes jams, ciders and fruit butters all crafted locally. Explore the month-to-month varieties below. Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct 1 Pint Blueberries 1 Bag Sweet Cherries 1 Bag Peaches 1 Pint Black Currants 1 Yellow Seedless Watermelon 1 Lil Sweetie Cantaloupe 1 Bag Bartlett Pears 1 Bag Golden Supreme Apples 22 weeks, 2 3 items (subject to seasonal availability) 1 Bag Red Delicious Apples 1 Bag Heirloom Cranberries Flower Share Weekly (June October, 20 deliveries) The beauty of summer blooms in bright colors and delightful scents. Bouquets are assembled at several of our member farms using fresh cut flowers. Varieties include but are not limited to: Echinacea, Zinnia, Celosia, Mexican Sage and Golden Rod. A perfect addition to your living environment. 20 weeks, 1 Bouquet (subject to seasonal availability)

5 Community Supported Medicine (CSM) Bi-Weekly (May October, 12 Deliveries) Each share will contain two to three fresh herbs and/or prepared products. Shares will also include information about the plants, along with medicinal usages and remedies for keeping you and your family healthy throughout the year. Items in shares will vary with the seasons. In the summer, shares will include several bunches of fresh herbs with recipes for making beneficial teas with herbs like chamomile for calming, lemon balm for energy, and hyssop for colds. Later in the fall when our harvest is slowing down, you will receive prepared medicinal products to expand your herbal medicine cabinet with things like tinctures for boosting immunity, tonics for aiding digestion, salves and oils for all purpose skin healing and herb infused bath salts for relaxing aching muscles. 12 weeks, 2-3 items (subject to seasonal availability)

6 Co-op Online Store To supplement the weekly subscriptions available we also offer the Co-op Store. Our online retail outlet connects members with Lancaster Farm Fresh Cooperative farmers and producers. Cooperative members share the vision of promoting a healthy and sustainable local food system. Know where your food comes from and how it's produced. Living in the age of industrial food production presents a variety of ethical and health related questions was this chicken treated humanely, is this carrot genetically modified, is my spinach coated with chemicals, are there hormones and antibiotics in my milk? Most of the food in your local supermarket comes without any information about how it was produced. At Lancaster Farm Fresh, we are committed to bringing you organic produce and hormone and antibiotic free products from pastured animals. Detailed information about our products and farmers is available on our website. Our knowledgeable staff is also available to answer any questions. Building a sustainable food system starts on the farm and ends on your table. Both ends of the equation are equally important. We are dedicated to environmental stewardship, supporting local communities, and producing healthful food. We are also committed to bringing you the best food we can at fair, affordable prices. Shop online and receive weekly deliveries at a pick-up site in your neighborhood. Products include Seasonal Vegetables, Eggs, Milk, Butter, Cheese, Yogurt, Flour, Maple Syrup, Honey, Bison, Beef, Pork, Chicken, Goat Milk and Cheese, Gluten Free Baked Goods, Fair Trade Organic Coffee, Baby Food, Mushrooms, Apple Cider, and more.

7 Fresh Food Fund The Fresh Food Fund is a part of LFFC's continued commitment to widening the accessibility of fresh, Certified Organic produce within the communities we serve. The fund, which grows through donations from our membership, helps to subsidize the cost of CSA shares for low-income families. Members are free to include a donation on their online application form. Donations can also be mailed. Payment should be made out to Lancaster Farm Fresh Cooperative, noting "Fresh Food Fund Donation" in the memo portion. Lancaster Farm Fresh Cooperative, Attn: CSA, 48 Eagle Drive, Leola, PA If you choose to donate, your contribution goes directly towards connecting more people to their environment and a healthier future. *Donations to the Fresh Food Fund are not tax deductible.

8 Lancaster Farm Fresh Cooperative, through Community Supported Agriculture, is dedicated to improving the economic viability of local farmers, and to the protection of the environment, by supporting sustainable, Certified Organic agricultural practices. In doing so, our purpose is to strengthen the health and wellbeing of our CSA shareholders and their families, and to provide them with education and enrichment. By creating beneficial and lasting change in our local food system, we ensure a strong foundation for the future of the communities we serve. Lancaster Farm Fresh Cooperative A Non-Profit Organic Farmers Co-op lancasterfarmfresh.com Eagle Dr. Leola, PA 17540