FAQ

FAQ's

How many people will a share provide for?

A full share will feed 4 healthy vegetable eaters for the week. 

 

The CSA seems pricey. Why should I pay a farmer up front instead of shopping at a grocery store?

A CSA share is so much more than a bag of groceries. When you think about the value of your CSA share, there’s a lot to consider. Buying directly from the farm means you are buying the very freshest, tastiest food. Vegetable varieties are grown for quality, flavor, and diversity – not shelf life. A CSA helps you learn where your food comes from, how it’s grown, and how to prepare it. When you join a CSA, you keep your food dollars local and support a small local farm. Becoming a CSA member means you’re joining a community of conscious eaters. Invest in good, clean food and the creation of a safe, community-based food system in Delaware!

 

Where do I send payment for my CSA share? I missed it at the end of the sign-up form.

If paying by check, please send it here:

William Penn High School
c/o Penn Farm
713 E Basin Road
New Castle, DE 19720

If paying by Credit Card, please follow this link to MySchoolBucks to pay. Please make sure you fill out the Google Form, so we have your information. 

 

How can I tell if CSA is a good choice for my family and me?

Do you enjoy cooking at home, or would you like to learn? Do you like the flavors and challenges of seasonal eating and the idea of committing to your food producers? Then CSA could be great for you!

 

Will I get vegetables I am not familiar with? If so, what will I do with it?

We like to grow some fun and different vegetables on occasion. If you get something unique, we will provide information about it and what you can do with it.

 

Where and when will I pick up my share?

Shares will be picked up at the Farm Stand on Rt. 273 on Tuesdays between 12 and 5.

 

Why does my share vary?

Your CSA share may vary due to natural factors, such as poor weather, pests, or early-season lulls, which can reduce crop yields. As a member, you share in both the risks and rewards of the farm, meaning low harvests result in smaller, less varied boxes. 

We do our best to ensure your share is full, and by the end of the season, these "smaller" weeks are offset by the abundance of late summer, where you will be able to take as much as you want.