I have been using the produce, meat, eggs, and cheese shares for the past two years. I have been thrilled with the freshness and variety of the produce that I have received. It has been a great mix of locally grown vegetables I expect—lettuce, corn, tomatoes—with vegetables that I would not have tried, such as watermelon radishes and kohlrabi. This summer they have added fruit to the produce distribution, making the produce share even more appealing. I like the fact that the farmers provide the amount of each produce I can take for my share, but that I choose the particular produce from each bin. The farmers have provided wonderful recipe options to help me make use of all the produce that is provided. The pasture-raised meats—beef, pork, lamb, and chicken—have been especially tasty. I like the option of picking the cuts that I want. The cheese share has brought new kinds of locally produced cheeses that I would not have tried before. It also is clear from the color of the yolks that the pasture-raised eggs are nutrient-rich. Finally, the farmers have added and expanded a store at the site with dairy products, additional fruit and eggs, and other food products for purchase. These products supplement the CSA distribution very nicely.
I especially like that the eggs are pasture raised and have deep orange yolks. They are grown without antibiotics and are non-gmo!
This is a terrific service; the produce is always excellent and the variety is endless. The farmers, Margaret and Kevin, are completely customer-oriented and provide wonderful, personal service. They also offer chicken, meat, eggs, and cheese shares which are great quality. At every pick-up, they have a pop-up market with local honey, milk,and butter, to name just a few things ... all of which are delicious. I am a huge fan and would recommend this CSA to anyone who values great food and personal service.
Pick up is convenient to me in Arlington at the Arlington Arts Center. It can be quick or leisurely, depending on my available time. Groundworks CSA has a nice layout at distribution. Bins of vegetables are laid out along with a list of limits for each item. I like being able to measure and choose my specific cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, etc.
This is my family’s first experience with a CSA. We are enjoying it very much. I cook differently now. I open my refrigerator and make meals from the ingredients I received that week…lots of freshly harvested vegetables straight from the farm, grown with organic methods. The variety is great. Bonus: the produce lasts longer since it is freshly harvested.
Organic co-op CSA
Groundworks Farm is a US Food place based in Pittsville, Maryland. Groundworks Farm is located at 8284 Gumboro Rd, Pittsville, MD 21850, USA.
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