CSA: local and equitable agricultural

Today I signed up with Norman's Farm Market for my very first CSA!  CSA stands for community supported agriculture.  This is how it works:

In order to gain greater stability and better income, a farmer sells "shares" of the anticipated crops to individuals, who pay one up-front fee in exhange for weekly deliveries of delicious produce over the course of a growing season.  Joining a CSA does come with some risk, as incliment weather can result in poor harvest, which means less goods for you, the consumer.

However, the benefits far outweight the risks.  Here is a short list:

1. A box of fresh, local food on your doorstep every week

2. Fresh food just tastes better

3. Motivation to try new recipes (you're bound to get produce that you've never seen before)

4. Less grocery shopping!

5. Feel good about supporting your community

6. A reminder of where food comes from (the ground, not from a box!)

I can't wait!