How it all works

Once a week, beginning in early to mid-June, shareholders come to Arcadia Brook Farm (choose Monday or Thursday, 3:30 - 7:00 pm) and select their vegetables based on the week's harvest and their share size. You may also harvest pick-your-own crops such as flowers, herbs, peas, beans (and berries for kids to graze on) at no additional cost. For 2008 we are consulting with Holly-hocks Flowers in Vergennes to help us select flower varieties, and provide arrangement suggestions.

farm shares Members receive a portion of the harvest based on their share size. A regular share is $499 and feeds 2-3 adults or a small family. A half share is $349 and is perfect for a single person or a couple who eats a modest amount of vegetables. If you split a share with a friend we ask that you try to alternate pick-ups or carpool. Shares are limited and are expected to sell out quickly. Pay in full by March 15 and take $10 off of the price.

fun When you visit the farm for your weekly pick-up, feel free to bring your friends and family. Pick flowers and herbs. Visit the pigs and the chickens. Farm work days really help your farmers with certain big tasks. They're fun too!

community You will have the pleasure of getting fresh, healthy, and affordable produce straight from the farm along with many of your neighbors. You are bound to meet new people and see old friends. We provide our shareholders with the freshest possible produce, selected and grown for intense flavor and nutrition. At no extra charge you help to ensure your local food security and choices.

value We strive to transform food from a tiresome necessity to a joyful and affordable experience. Take advantage of the pick-your-own crops for an even greater value. Also, look for shareholder-only specials at local stores and restaurants.

flowers what you may receive We grow over forty varieties of vegetables plus flowers, herbs and some fruits such as pick your own berries for the kids. Each year is different. Here are some of the seasonal highlights you may expect.

june Greens of all types are the stars of this month. Lettuce, baby salad greens, spinach, kale, collard greens, and Asian vegetables like pac choy. Rhubarb adds color and tang.

july The greens continue and are joined by Sugar Snap peas, carrots, cukes, beans, summer squash and fresh herbs such as parsley and cilantro. The sweet basil is ready for the season's first pesto. Our new hoop house should mean July and October tomatoes this year!

august Bring a couple of sturdy bags with you this time of year. Sweet corn, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, potatoes, garlic, leeks and onions are in abundance most years. And Norma will tell you how to turn the tomatillos into the most delicious and authentic salsa verde!
corn

september The corn, tomatoes, beans, sweet peppers, and other warm weather crops continue. The first winter squashes are ready. The coller weather is perfect for the crops to come.

october Winter squash, broccoli and salad greens are joined by root vegetables such as potatoes, beets, carrots, and baby turnips. Frost-sweetened Brussels sprouts were popular in 2006 and we're looking for a good crop in 2008. We always look forward to filling the truck with our favorite tri-purpose pumpkins -- good for carving, eating and seed roasting.