February 01, 2010 Washington Post journalist Jane Black, from her recent trip to the yearly Edible Institute conference in Santa Fe, NM, writes about the food trends seen for the upcoming year. Five are mentioned, including one about CSA’s evolving:
“I’ve always loved the idea of community-supported agriculture, but the structure has always been too rigid for my frenetic lifestyle. Apparently, farmers across the country are hearing the same feedback from their customers and changing the model to accommodate them.”
Great to see many different communities embracing how they can improve their local food system.
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I really hope the CSA’s expand in popularity. We’ve seen that in our neighborhood.
I think for the right farm and group of people it’s a win-win! I’m glad to hear some farmers are working it out to fit their community better too. I think this way each will become further committed to the other. It’s always great to know where your food comes from, and oftentimes with a CSA, you have a chance to get out on the farm and lend a hand! Good for everyone =)