CSA

What is Gertens CSA?

Gertens CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) consists of a community of individuals who pledge their support to a farming operation where the growers and consumers share the risks and rewards of the growing season. Gertens CSA provides a whole share and a half share option. Whole shares will consist of an assortment of fresh from the field fruits and vegetables that are superior in quality and standards and will feed a family of 4-6, half share will feed 2-3. Shares will be ready for pickup weekly from mid-June through mid-October. Any produce not picked up is automatically donated to a local food shelf. When picking up your share you can opt to leave behind anything you may not want. All of this food will also go directly to the less fortunate at a local food shelf. We aim not to stop the worlds hunger problem, but together we can feed our less fortunate neighbors. We will also be a drop off point for gardeners to donate their excess produce. Together we can help feed the hungry instead of letting food go to waste.

We would like to share that there will be coupons dedicated weekly for those who have signed up for our CSA program. We also want to extend the coupons to anyone who has planted an extra row at their own home and brings in a share each week to be donated (please drop off the donation between business hours on Tuesday and Wednesday). 
More details to come.

Gertens Partner

Everyone at Gertens and Untiedt’s Vegetable Farm is humbled to work beneath a logo which states “We Grow For You”. We genuinely acknowledge that the support from you, the customer, through your purchases is your vote of confidence in their products. Untiedt’s standards dictate that education be as much as a farm product as the flowers, fruits and vegetables produced on their farm. To be a positive contributing force in their industry, sharing their knowledge of the land and those who possess less understanding of nature and agriculture and lack the opportunity to experience the same. A special farm tour is planned for all Gertens CSA shareholders.

Tradition

Gertens relationship with Untiedt’s Vegetable Farm is a strong one, supplying Gertens with the best, fresh from the field produce for years. What better way to start a CSA? Gertens is proud to partner with a company that stands as a steward of conservation in the agriculture field. Gertens stands for the same tradition and values, and hopes to also partner with you as the consumer to buy local, sustainably grown produce.

Donating

Gertens CSA is also dedicated to giving back to the community, especially those who have fallen on hard times. Food shelves often receive many donations of non-perishable goods. Gertens CSA aims to bring produce fresh from the growing fields to those in need. If you can’t make a pick-up, have enough produce to get through the week, or just want to give your weeks share to a local food shelf, we will make that happen. We are also thrilled to partner with you and your homegrown produce. Gertens will act as a drop-off for excess produce you have grown in your garden. Together we’ll continue the tradition of helping and improving the community we serve.

FAQs

Q. Why should I invest in Gertens CSA?
A. Gertens CSA will provide a farm fresh offering of local sustainably grown produce weekly.

Q. Do I have to pay all at once?
A. Yes, Untiedt’s uses this for start up costs

Q. What if I miss a pick up?
A. All missed pick ups are donated to local food shelves to feed the less fortunate.

Q. Can I select which items I receive?
A. No. All shares are packaged alike with produce that’s in season. Broaden your produce consumption!

Q. When can I pick up my produce?
A. Scheduled pick-up times are Tuesday after 3pm and all day Wednesday during store hours.