(CSA) has become a popular way for consumers to buy local, seasonal food directly from a farmer. Consumers get access to ultra-fresh foods and are exposed to new foods and ways of cooking, farmers are able to market their products earlier in the year, and both consumers and farmers have the opportunity to build relationships with each other. Joining us to discuss and to answer your gardening questions are Ryan Doan with ; Peter Huttinger, co-owner of and Director of the Community Garden Program at ; and, David Koester, extension agent.
Some of the CSAs in our region: