Can you feel it? The energy of the changing seasons?
As the days get longer and the soil warms up, something magical is happening at Ottawa Farm Fresh.
The countdown is on for our Summer CSA beginning on May 29, and soon our fields will be bursting with vibrant produce, ready to fill your baskets!
Plus, if you register by April 5, you'll be entered to win one of five $20 bonus Farm Store gift cards. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to enjoy fresh, local produce and a chance for some extra goodies!
Springing into Summer
This time of year feels a little like planting a dream—like an artist starting with a blank canvas and knowing that every stroke will come together to form something beautiful.
We've already begun planting many of the veggies that will soon fill your Summer CSA baskets—everything from tender lettuces to vibrant tomatoes, from crunchy beets to juicy cucumbers. As we sow the seeds of abundance, we also sow the seeds of joy that we hope will travel from our Farm to your table.
But before we jump into the summer bounty, let’s take a moment to reflect. The Summer CSA isn’t just about getting fresh produce—it’s about joining a community of like-minded folks who believe in food that’s good for the land, good for the soul, and good for the body. It’s about the flexibility to pick up your basket weekly, knowing that each week will surprise and delight.
A CSA Like No Other
Here’s where things get interesting—our CSA isn’t like any other you’ve heard of or experienced.
Ours is designed to adapt to your life. Whether you're a busy parent, a foodie experimenting in the kitchen, or someone who loves the rhythm of the seasons, our CSA baskets are built to work for you. Here’s what makes our CSA so special:
Flexible Sizes: Choose the size of your basket that suits you based on your family size and eating habits.
Flexible Pick-Up Times: Pick up your share at a time that fits your schedule during our opening hours (Thursday through Saturday during the Summer CSA season).
Flexible Payments: Pay all at once, or break your payments into manageable installments - whatever works best for you.
Flexible Holiday Weeks: Can’t make it every week or taking a summer holiday? No worries! Sign up for as many (or as few) baskets as fit your schedule. You can even skip weeks and pick up your baskets later when it’s convenient for you.
Flexible Contents: Each week, you get to choose what goes into your basket. We want your basket to be filled with veggies you love, so we’ll never make you take anything you don’t enjoy. Feel free to swap items as you please!
From week to week, our offerings evolve with the growing season—one week you might have a basket overflowing with greens, and the next week, it could be filled with root veggies, ripe tomatoes, and the first sweet peppers of the season. It’s a relationship with the Farm that flows naturally and harmoniously, and flexibility is key in making this experience seamless and enjoyable.
The Spirit of CSA
We love the metaphor of the farm as a garden of possibilities, and our CSA is no different.
It’s a little like tending to your own dreams, letting them grow, bloom, and surprise you. Each week’s basket is a reflection of the season’s rhythm, full of energy, warmth, and life. By joining our CSA, you’re not just buying produce—you’re stepping into a partnership with the land, the Farm, and a community of people who care about where their food comes from.
So, take a deep breath, let the anticipation build, and know that in no time you’ll have the opportunity to embark on this incredible food adventure. Until then, we’re here, planting and dreaming right alongside you.