Get your share of the harvest!

Guaranteed local, seasonal, pesticide-free, sustainable produce!

What is Community Supported Agriculture?
CSA stands for “Community Supported Agriculture”. Members of the wider community receive a weekly or bi-weekly basket of fresh seasonal produce directly from the farm in return for purchasing a “share”.
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​A "share" is a payment to contribute towards the cost of growing the vegetables you will receive. Members share the costs of supporting the farm, share the stories from the farm and share the harvest!
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What's in a Share?
A regular CSA share is made up of 7+ items and this is suitable for 1-2 veggie lovers or a small family of 4.
A large share has 14+ items and is suitable for a family of 4+ or for sharing between friends, neighbours or work colleagues. This is our best-value share option!
(Both options are available weekly or bi-weekly from mid-June to mid-October!​)

Flex Share!
This is a great option if you like to travel during the Summer and won't be able to pick-up your share. Also great if you are trying a CSA share for the first time.

Add-on options such as extra greens, eggs, coffee & more are also available.

We also offer a couple of work share options where you can get a discounted price on your share in exchange for your help in the gardens.

The following is an example of what to expect in your share throughout the season (this will vary from year to year):

Spring: (a mix of) Arugula, Asparagus, Lettuce, Spinach, Radishes, Green Onions, Snap Peas, Snow Peas, Rhubarb, herbs.

Early Summer: (a mix of) Collard Greens, Beets, Onions, Pak Choi, Garlic Scapes, Swiss Chard, Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Radishes, Broccoli/Cauliflower, mixed herbs.

​Mid-Late Summer: (a mix of) Cabbage, Baby Potatoes, Beets, Garlic, Fennel, Nasturtiums, Cilantro, Basil, Cucumber, Zucchini, Carrots, Swiss Chard, Kale, Beans, Onions, Tomatoes, Tomatillos, Ground Cherries.
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Fall: (a mix of) Potatoes, Winter Squash, Garlic, Onions, Carrots, Beets, Kale, Eggplant, Tomatoes, Tomatillos, Ground Cherries, Turnips, Rutabaga, Okra, Peppers, Sweet Corn, Cabbage, Mixed Greens, Winter Radish, Brussels Sprouts. 

• If there is a crop failure we will substitute the item for another more abundant crop.
• There will also be a swap box available at pick-up locations to swap out something you don't like for something else!
• ​While size and content of each share will vary naturally as the season progresses, expect to get a smaller share at the beginning and then increasing steadily into late Summer and Fall.

When and for how long will I receive my share?
This depends on the selection you choose on our sign-up form which you will receive when you contact us.
You can choose to receive a share for 9, 14 or 18 weeks from mid-June to mid-October.
Our Fall share option is for 6 weeks from mid-October to the end of November.

How do I receive my share?
You can choose to pick-up at the farm in Grand Valley on Thursdays, 4-7pm or we will deliver to the Grand Valley & Orangeville area for a small fee.
Exact days, times and location will be determined in the Spring or when membership fills up.
If you have any questions or concerns about this please contact us.

Why join a CSA?
CSAs have been in existence in North America for just over 30 years. They exist for many reasons including health, educational, ecological, economical and for community.

Health: Eating fresh and local food has greater health benefits due to the higher amount of nutrients present. After produce is picked and packed the nutrient level decreases. Produce consumed immediately after harvest is healthier and tastier too. Eating seasonly also provides you with a diversity of foods that are good for your health and some research indicates what's grown local may contain more nutrients required for that time of year.

Educational: Through our newsletter and farm visits you will learn a lot about sustainable farming and seasonal eating. There are opportunities for kids to learn how and where their food is grown.

Ecological: Not only does your food not travel thousands of kilometers before getting to your kitchen, it is also not grown in soil that has been treated with synthetic pesticides, herbicides or fertilizers. We use aged compost, green manure crops and crop rotation to ensure the soil gets what it needs. This means you are doing your bit for the environment by creating a market for vegetables grown organically and supporting farmers who care about naturally enriching the soil.

Economical: A CSA share can provide you with exceptional value when compared with the cost of buying organically grown produce in the grocery store. You are also supporting the local economy, supporting local farmers and ensuring your dollars circulate back into the community.

Community: Members have a direct relationship with their food, their farmer and other members through farm visits, newsletters from the farm and potluck lunches!

At Grand River Gardens you can trust us to produce the highest quality, freshest food possible at a fair price!

How much does it cost?
Sliding scale pricing so that you can pay what you can afford.
Regular Share - $450-$590 (18 weeks) / $270-$390 (bi-weekly)
Regular Flex Share - $385-$510 (14 weeks)
Large Share - $855-$1,050 (18 weeks) / $495-$610 (bi-weekly)
Large Flex Share - $740-$890 (14 weeks)
Small Greens Share (1/4lb) - $80 (18 weeks) / $40 (bi-weekly)
Large Greens Share (1/2lb) - $140 (18 weeks) / $70 (bi-weekly)
Farm Eggs share (1 dozen) - $90 (18 weeks) / $45 (bi-weekly)
(please note: free pick-up at the farm or delivery charge of $5/week)
*NEW* For 2021 we are excited to share a variety of meat options and duck eggs! Contact us directly for pricing.

(Please contact us to find out which share option is best for you!)

Payment Plan:
Payment plans are available. Please ​get in touch with us for more details.

Why sign up early?
Signing up early helps us to purchase seeds and supplies needed for the growing season. It also helps us to get the bulk of the administrative work out of the way so we can hit the ground running in the Spring! Spending money at the start of the season saves money and time in the long run by not having to go out and get supplies last minute with no time to shop around.

How do I sign up!?
​If you've heard enough and know what you want then sign up below! 
For more info we're happy to discuss your options and answer any questions you may have. Just contact us!