Individuals, families, and households sign up with Anastas Farms, LLC in January through April to purchase a "SHARE" of the upcoming season's harvest at Hilltop Farm in Lakeville, Massachusetts. The commitment in advance supports the costs of running the farm, which are mostly incurred in the spring planting season. A 2011 share costs $450, members of the Trustees of Reservations will receive a 5% discount off the regular share price, with proof of membership. From about the third week of June until October, approximately 18 weeks, shareholders come to the farm once a week to pick up a share. The farm crew sets up a farm stand distribution area on pickup days. Shareholders will receive a bag or two, depending on the size of share purchased, of the week's harvest.

More than Just Vegetables

Anastas Farms' CSA offers fresh, local produce at a price comparable to supermarket costs. Yet Community Supported Agriculture is about more than just vegetables. Community Supported Agriculture is based on trust between shareholders, farmers they come to know, and the land from which we all eat. CSA encourages us to eat "in season" and to cook from what is available. CSA connects children to agricultural cycles and gives an invaluable opportunity for hands-in-the-dirt experience that kids crave. Finally, in sharing the risk of each growing season with the farmers, shareholders can intimately appreciate the rewards of the harvest, season after season. In short, CSA promotes and supports environmental stewardship and responsibility, a local farming economy, and individual health.

Each Share includes: -About 350 pounds of the freshest produce each season. -Speciality items such as herbs including lavender. -A weekly newsletter during the harvest season. -Opportunities for adults and children to enjoy seasonal events at the farm. -Extended time for birthday parties and other private event rental for CSA Shareholders. -At least, one grocery bag ( more or less) of produce each week, for approximately an eighteen (18) week season. -One Share is designed for two people who enjoy cooking, or for a family of four.

Some of the produce to expect during the season: June - Lettuce, greens, radishes, scallions, salad turnips, peas July - Beets, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, beans, summer squash, cucumbers, flowers, herbs August - eggplant, melons, tomatoes, onions, potatoes, peppers, early corn September - Winter squash, leeks, turnips, cauliflower, broccoli, garlic October - Brussels' sprouts, sweet potatoes, parsnips and lots of root crops, spinach, pumpkins

Anastas Farms, LLC is a sustainable farm in Southeastern Massachusetts. We grow lavender, vegetables, and operate a seasonal Corn Maze. We offer a CSA, Community Supported Agriculture, for individuals and families who wish to buy local produce that is grown in an environmentally sustainable manner. More information about the CSA can be found at our website. The Corn Maze is family friendly with loads of fun for all. We have hayrides, small mazes, and a picnic area. The Pumpkin Patch has heirloom pumpkins ranging from tiny to large. We follow Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) which prevents pets on or in the fields. Please check our calendar of events for our days and hours of operation.

CSA Details:
- Season:June through October
- Type:Single farm
- Since:2011
- No of Shares:100
- Full Share:$450/18 weeks or $350/ every other week for 9 weeks
- Work Req?No

Pick Up/Drop Off Points:

Anastas Farms, LLC  (Tue Sat)
Members pick up their shares on Tuesday between 3pm and 6pm and on Saturday from 9am to 12pm (noon). Paper bags will be provided. Should you not be able to pick up your share the food will be donated to a local food pantry.
Contact:Darlene Anastas
Phone:774-766-8723
Address:21 Highland Road, Lakeville, MA 02347

Milton Academy  (Thu)
Members pick up their shares on Thursday from 10am to 12pm (noon). Paper bags will be provided. Should you not be able to pick up your share the food will be donated to a local food pantry.
Contact:Darlene Anastas
Phone:774-766-8723
Address:170 Centre Street, Milton, MA 02186