Getting a weekly box of veggies in the Windy City
Chicago, IL - October 14, 2006
By Ruth Gagliano
I think everyone should join a Community Supported Agricultural program (CSA) and get a weekly share of veggies and maybe some fruits for an entire season. I just investigated my local CSA opportunities, chose one, and leapt in. I found that it's less of a time investment than prowling the farmer's market and hunting for the best value of everything that's offered - so it was less intimidating for me. I try things that maybe I wouldn't have chosen and then I end up loving them. You never know until you try. And finally, I have a stronger and longer-term relationship with the farmer and the organization - a tangible tie to the land.
