NKY's CSA - Farm Fresh Produce - Delivered!

Fox Run Farm   
Community Supported Agriculture
Be part of the community!!

Call 859.242.1037 or email foxrunproduce@yahoo.com

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Community Supported Agriculture provides the consumer with a personal connection with their food and an opportunity to support sustainable agriculture.  During the growing season consumers receive a basket (share) of fresh, locally grown produce. A share consists of a variety of produce, herbs and flowers depending on the season. The consumers know who grows their food and where it comes from. By paying an upfront fee they provide start up capital for the farm sharing in the risks and benefits. The farmer benefits from having a known market and can concentrate on what they do best-grow great food! Fox Run Farm puts all its growing energy into its CSA so our clients get the best of what is available.  Ame also teaches classes in alternative agriculture, organic gardening, self sufficiency and building low cost housing. 

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Cost of Shares

Members purchase shares in the winter months of January - March or until we are full. Our season runs a minimum of 20 weeks beginning sometime in late May.  One share will approximately feed an average family of four omnivores or two vegetarians. Produce baskets will be less at the beginning and end of the season and most bountiful in July and August. We plan for a variety of produce each week. (See examples below)Consumers also receive a bi-monthly newsletter with recipes and crop information to help them plan their menus.

Cost of one regular share is $400.00 for the 2009 season  - a half share is $200.00

Pickup at the farm is free.

Delivery options are available at an additional cost. Delivery is available in Northern Kentucky and Hamilton County in Ohio. Delivery fees for the season are an extra $25 for Kentucky Group Locations and an extra $50 for Ohio Group Locations. Delivery Hosts receive a discount. We also do Home Delivery for $100 per season.

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What is in a share?

A share consists of a variety of produce, herbs and flowers. Poundage is not always the most accurate way to describe a share because a pound of potatoes is not equal to a pound of greens. That said we strive for an average of 10 pounds weekly. In spring your share will consist more of greens which will be lighter in weight to a share in August which may contain a 7lb melon plus a variety of other produce. We strive for diversity in our shares of 5-12 different items.

There are also times we may offer some add on items at "CSA friendly prices" such as medicinal herbs and farm fresh eggs..
 
Examples of what's in a share

An example of what may be in an early June Share
~1 head of lettuce
~1 bag of mixed greens 
~1 bunch swiss chard
~1 bunch spinach
~1 bunch beets
~1 bunch green onion
~½ lb of snap peas
~1 bunch radishes
~1 bunch salad turnips
~1 head Chinese cabbage
~1 bunch herbs
 
An example of what may be in a Mid July Share
~4 salad tomatoes
~2 green peppers
~3 lbs of potatoes
~2 lbs of green beans
~2 lbs of squash
~3 cukes
~1 melon
~1 bunch greens
~4 salad turnips
~1 head cabbage
~1 bunch herbs

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Our commitment to the Environment and the community

Fox Run Farm does not use any chemical fertilizers or pesticides. Instead we build our soil using lots of compost, green manures and no till practices. Utilizing row covers, intercropping and mulching helps to keep insects at bay. We are committed to using organic and biodynamic methods but we are not certified. We grow heirloom vegetables and support heritage farming traditions. We raise heritage breeds of chickens in movable pens so they can forage naturally on grass and insects yet be protected from the local coyotes.  Fox Run Farm has put aside 4 of its 11 acres for wildlife habitat. In addition we plant trees and shrubs that benefit wildlife.. Fox Run is off grid and uses solar power for energy. Putting our money where our mouth is we patronize sustainable seed companies such as Fedco, Johnnys and Seed Savers. Fox Run Farm also is a participant and community leader in Plant A Row For The Hungry and donates food to our local free store.  We also offer free alternative agriculture classes in our community. 
 

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Advantages of Belonging to our CSA

1. Good Health for You! - Fresh produce that is grown in an organic manner is healthy and nutritious.
2. Good for the Environment! - Organic farming nourishes the land as well.
3. Farm Events -  Twice each season we will sponsor "Open Farm" where members may come and see the gardens, meet the animals , enjoy the country and have a pot-luck meal together.
4. Seasonal Eating -  produce is picked the day of delivery so your share is fresh and local. Produce in the grocery store travels an average of 2000 miles and several days to reach you.
5. Price - CSA's are economical !! Cost analysis studies have shown CSA's save between $150.00 - $275.00 per season over local stores. 

A CSA may not be for you if....

1. You do not like to cook or try new foods.
2. You are out of town many weeks during the summer.
3. You like to have access to all foods at all times. Seasonal eating means eating foods when they are available. See share examples.

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Meet Ame, Your CSA Farmer

Ame Vanorio grew up on a traditional Kentucky farm with horses, cattle and tobacco. A deep passion for environmental issues led her into alternative agriculture. She has worked in various agriculture ventures including working with the Amish, managing an organic mushroom farm and operating a CSA in Adams County, Ohio as well as teaching alternative agriculture classes. After taking some time "off" to get her Masters in Education including 16 hours in Harvard's Environmental Management program, Ame is once again enjoying the many benefits of farming.  " CSA is truly a win win method of farming. I love having that personal connection with my customers. And I get to play in the dirt!!" Ame has received her GAP training (Good Agricultural Practices) from the state of Kentucky and is a member of Kentucky Proud.  Ame also teaches classes in alternative agriculture, organic gardening, self sufficiency and building low cost housing. 
foxrunproduce@yahoo.com
 

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Fox Run Farm
PO Box 174  Falmouth, KY  41040
foxrunproduce@yahoo.com    859-242-1037

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2009 CSA Registration Form

Thank you for sharing with us the inherent risks of farming. We can not guarantee what each growing season will bring due to varying weather, pests and diseases. We will guarantee to plant a wide variety of crops so that if one crop is diminished due to factors beyond our control then others will flourish. We promise to do everything we can to raise successful crops. You agree that you will pickup your share at your scheduled distribution day and time and understand that if you do not, it will be donated elsewhere.  If you are on vacation you may designate a friend to pick up your share or have it donated to a free store. This is a non-refundable season-long contract.
 
 
Name:                   ________________________________________________
Address:               ________________________________________________
City, State, Zip:     ________________________________________________
Phone                   ________________________________________________
Email:                   ________________________________________________

Please add up your share and delivery costs. Delivery locations will be announced by March 30, 2009.

__________Regular Share at $400.00
__________ Half Share at $200.00
__________Delivery Host Share  $300.00
__________Delivery to KY group location $25.00
__________Delivery to OH location  $50.00
__________Delivery to private residence (approved location) $100.00
__________Pick up at farm - 00.00
_________Total cost owed
_________Total Enclosed

Total payment is appreciated as it enables us to purchase seeds and supplies. However we do understand that not everyone can pay the total up front. For those people who would like to make a payment plan; a minimum of $150.00 deposit is required at sign up. And your remaining balance will be spread out over three pay periods. The balance is due NO LATER then May 15, 2009. Your deliveries will not begin until you have paid in full.
 
Signature: ______________________________________________ Date: _________________________

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