Heron Pond Farm CSA
How Pick Ups Work—For the Heron Pond farm stand, you choose your pick-up day—but if you miss it you can still come later that week. Dover (Monday) and Portsmouth (Wednesday) pick-ups are from 3 to 7 pm. If you miss it, your share will be boxed and left for you to get later. If you must miss a week, either have a friend pick it up, or “doubleup” the following week by contacting your pick-up coordinator. Unclaimed shares will be donated to families in need. New Roots Farm is partnering with Heron Pond to provide the highest-quality, most humanely raised Heritage Breed meats in the Seacoast Region. The beef and lamb are rotationally grazed and grass-fed. Pork and poultry are fed a natural forage and grain supplements. All are free of hormones, antibiotics and preservatives, with Animal Welfare Approved processing. How the Meat CSA Works: We offer three miniseasons: June–July, August–October and Winter. At the first pickup for the month during each of these seasons, you will receive $100 of flash-frozen, vacuum-sealed, USDA inspected meats with a freezer life of over a year. Each share will be different, drawing from a range of products, including gourmet sausages, thick pork chops, stew meats, and hot dogs—plus recipes and cooking tips. The once-a-month pick-up will be on your normal CSA day and location. Bread share add on: You can add one or two loaves of premium bread to your weekly share. The Life is Sweet bakery in South Hampton will use Heron Pond grains when available. The price is $84 ($6/week) for one loaf of premium bread and $168 ($12/week) for two loaves. You can also opt for a premium bread loaf plus baguette for $133 ($9.50/ week) or baguette only for $49 ($3.50/week).
Expected Harvest Unlike the grocery store our varieties are chosen from some of the tastiest around. We are always on the lookout for new ones at conferences—as well as talking with other growers to find the best seed possible. If you have a suggestion we would be glad to hear it. Another difference from the grocer is our season. We stretch things when we can, but generally we grow food in season. Here is a seasonal availability chart of some of our delicious foods. Beans Beets Blueberries Broccoli Brussels Sprouts Cabbage Cauliflower Corn Cucumber Eggplant Greens Kale Leeks Lettuce Melons Onions Peppers Potatoes Shallots Spinach Summer Squash Swiss Chard Tomatoes Turnips Winter Squash
May June July Aug Sept Oct ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀
Heron Pond Farm CSA Community Supported Agriculture
2011 Summer Shares Now Available
Building Community Through Local Agriculture
299 Main Avenue South Hampton, NH 03827 603-591-8720 www.heronpondfarm.com [email protected]
Heron Pond Farm
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Under the management of Andre Cantelmo and Greg Balog, Heron Pond Farm uses a mix of sustainable farming practices to produce over 250 varieties of fruits, veggies, herbs, and flowers. Starting in 1998 with two acres rented from David Batchelder, the farm has been steadily evolving. Through the very generous help of James and Jocelyn VanBokkelen a more spacious and permanent site was found the following year in South Hampton, New Hampshire. Then in 2000, when Walter and Blanche Syvinski retired from Valley Acres Farm, they turned operations over to Greg and Andre. The VanBokkelen’s commitment to open space has kept the land available, while the Syvinski’s have been valued mentors. We are sad to report that Walter Syvinski died in March of 2008. We miss him greatly.
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What is CSA? CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) is a farmer-consumer partnership. You become a member by making a commitment up-front for the season by buying a “share.” This entitles you to fresh fruit and veggies from each week’s harvest. CSA members share the rewards—and the risks that can come with bad weather and pests. We also invite members to become involved with the farm. Please visit and let us get to know you!
Why CSA? •
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Share holders should make a 20% return on their investment in a normal year. Your $500 should yield $600 in produce. Meet the farmers and know where your food comes from. Freshness! Vegetables and fruit are picked just hours before you pick them up.
2011 CSA Registration Form
Learn more about the local food growers, the CSA community, and seasonal eating. Spend locally to keep money in the community.
Heron Pond Farm, 299 Main Ave. South Hampton, NH 03827
What is new for 2011?
Name______________________________________
• • • •
Address____________________________________
• • • •
CSA Gift Certificates Bread add-on from Life is Sweet Bakery Meat add-on from New Roots Farm Eastman’s Fish available at some pickups (see www.eastmansfish.com) On-line registration available with or without credit card payment Even more greens and U-pick items New field house for early veggies Eggs available at pick-ups while supplies last
Share Prices, June to Mid-October • • • • • • •
$500 is the regular share price, but we also offer a $300 half-share or a $1000 double share option. A 50% deposit will reserve your share. There are only 400 openings, so sign up early to be safe. Balances are due April 20. A payment plan is possible for those who need it Members receive enough food for 2 to 4 people during 20 weeks, June to mid-October. 10% member discount on non-share items at the farm stand and at our farmer’s market booth A winter share is available from mid-October through March and possibly beyond.
Registration Options 1. Sign up at our website, www.heronpondfarm. com. Credit card deposit option available too. 2. Notify us by e-mail and we’ll bill you 3. Mail or deliver the form and a check to the farm
Choose Your Pick-up Location 1. Heron Pond Farm, S. Hampton, open 7 days 2. Portsmouth, Wednesday, 3–7 pm, $30 fee 3. Dover. Monday, 3–7 pm, $30 fee
__________________________________________ City_______________________________________ State____________________Zip________________ Phone______________________________________ E-mail______________________________________
Please Check One (balances due April 20) Single share $250 deposit $500 full pmt Half $150 deposit $300 full pmt Double $500 deposit $1000 full pmt
Select your pick-up location
Farm Stand in South Hampton, Circle your day: S M T W Th F S Portsmouth (Wed. 3–7 pick up, $30 fee) Dover (Mon. 3–7 pick up, $30 fee)
Bread Add-On $120, Loaf Premium Bread $240, Two Loaves $190, Loaf + Baguette $70, Baguette
Meat Add-On $200 Early Summer (June & July) Two pick-ups, Register by March 1 $300 Summer/Fall (Aug– Oct) Three pick-ups, Register by July 1 $200 Winter (June & July) Two pick-ups, Register by September 1
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Expected Harvest Unlike the grocery store our varieties are chosen from some of the tastiest around. We are always on the lookout for new ones at conferences—as well as talking with other growers to find the best seed possible. If you have a suggestion we would be glad to hear it. Another difference from the grocer is our season. We stretch things when we can, but generally we grow food in season. Here is a seasonal availability chart of some of our delicious foods. Beans Beets Blueberries Broccoli Brussels Sprouts Cabbage Cauliflower Corn Cucumber Eggplant Greens Kale Leeks Lettuce Melons Onions Peppers Potatoes Shallots Spinach Summer Squash Swiss Chard Tomatoes Turnips Winter Squash
May June July Aug Sept Oct ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀
Heron Pond Farm CSA Community Supported Agriculture
2011 Summer Shares Now Available
Building Community Through Local Agriculture
299 Main Avenue South Hampton, NH 03827 603-591-8720 www.heronpondfarm.com [email protected]
Heron Pond Farm
•
Under the management of Andre Cantelmo and Greg Balog, Heron Pond Farm uses a mix of sustainable farming practices to produce over 250 varieties of fruits, veggies, herbs, and flowers. Starting in 1998 with two acres rented from David Batchelder, the farm has been steadily evolving. Through the very generous help of James and Jocelyn VanBokkelen a more spacious and permanent site was found the following year in South Hampton, New Hampshire. Then in 2000, when Walter and Blanche Syvinski retired from Valley Acres Farm, they turned operations over to Greg and Andre. The VanBokkelen’s commitment to open space has kept the land available, while the Syvinski’s have been valued mentors. We are sad to report that Walter Syvinski died in March of 2008. We miss him greatly.
•
What is CSA? CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) is a farmer-consumer partnership. You become a member by making a commitment up-front for the season by buying a “share.” This entitles you to fresh fruit and veggies from each week’s harvest. CSA members share the rewards—and the risks that can come with bad weather and pests. We also invite members to become involved with the farm. Please visit and let us get to know you!
Why CSA? •
•
Share holders should make a 20% return on their investment in a normal year. Your $500 should yield $600 in produce. Meet the farmers and know where your food comes from. Freshness! Vegetables and fruit are picked just hours before you pick them up.
2011 CSA Registration Form
Learn more about the local food growers, the CSA community, and seasonal eating. Spend locally to keep money in the community.
Heron Pond Farm, 299 Main Ave. South Hampton, NH 03827
What is new for 2011?
Name______________________________________
• • • •
Address____________________________________
• • • •
CSA Gift Certificates Bread add-on from Life is Sweet Bakery Meat add-on from New Roots Farm Eastman’s Fish available at some pickups (see www.eastmansfish.com) On-line registration available with or without credit card payment Even more greens and U-pick items New field house for early veggies Eggs available at pick-ups while supplies last
Share Prices, June to Mid-October • • • • • • •
$500 is the regular share price, but we also offer a $300 half-share or a $1000 double share option. A 50% deposit will reserve your share. There are only 400 openings, so sign up early to be safe. Balances are due April 20. A payment plan is possible for those who need it Members receive enough food for 2 to 4 people during 20 weeks, June to mid-October. 10% member discount on non-share items at the farm stand and at our farmer’s market booth A winter share is available from mid-October through March and possibly beyond.
Registration Options 1. Sign up at our website, www.heronpondfarm. com. Credit card deposit option available too. 2. Notify us by e-mail and we’ll bill you 3. Mail or deliver the form and a check to the farm
Choose Your Pick-up Location 1. Heron Pond Farm, S. Hampton, open 7 days 2. Portsmouth, Wednesday, 3–7 pm, $30 fee 3. Dover. Monday, 3–7 pm, $30 fee
__________________________________________ City_______________________________________ State____________________Zip________________ Phone______________________________________ E-mail______________________________________
Please Check One (balances due April 20) Single share $250 deposit $500 full pmt Half $150 deposit $300 full pmt Double $500 deposit $1000 full pmt
Select your pick-up location
Farm Stand in South Hampton, Circle your day: S M T W Th F S Portsmouth (Wed. 3–7 pick up, $30 fee) Dover (Mon. 3–7 pick up, $30 fee)
Bread Add-On $120, Loaf Premium Bread $240, Two Loaves $190, Loaf + Baguette $70, Baguette
Meat Add-On $200 Early Summer (June & July) Two pick-ups, Register by March 1 $300 Summer/Fall (Aug– Oct) Three pick-ups, Register by July 1 $200 Winter (June & July) Two pick-ups, Register by September 1
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