Special Delivery: Fresh Bounty

Being farmers ourselves here at Firestone, we have great respect for the dedication, long hours, and passion that it takes to run a farm. Beyond that, fresh produce coming directly from a nearby farm just tastes better. We think you can actually taste the love, but that's our opinion. With more and more farmers markets cropping up in small towns to metro areas, family farms are getting the boost and attention they need to keep harvesting. Another route to providing support and reaping the benefits of fresh, local produce is through Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). By becoming a member of a local farm near you, and essentially paying dues in advance, you receive ongoing deliveries of fresh, seasonal produce directly from the farm. In some instances, farmers invite members to head out to the farm, kick the dirt, hang out for a spell, and pick up the crate of goodies. Most of the bounty comes in the form of veggies (yum), but increasingly CSAs offer additional products like honey, eggs, meat, firewood, bread, and homemade beer. Have you hugged a farmer today?