I am doing my first winter "CSA". It has already started. In October our markets slow down soo much, I decided I would start my CSA early so I could try to sell more of my remaining summer crops in addition to the start of the winter crops.

I am not using a true CSA model, instead I am using locallygrown.net. Go ahead and check it out, http://www.rvp.locallygrown.net/welcome

I hope to have 20-25 members. I have all of my high tunnel space almost planted, 3,500 square feet. I am also experimenting with planter boxes in the aisles and with low tunnels outside.

I don't have any storage crops, unless I can buy some. However, I do have arugula, tatsoi, bok choy, napa cabbage, lettuces, swiss chard, spinach, haikuri turnips, broccoil, cauliflower, beets, radishes, carrots, green onions, kale, green peppers, sweet potatoes, green beans, cucumbers, jams and jellies and pork. I have also included other growers/bakers in the market. They will be offering baked goods, cheeses, and buffalo.

We have had a very dry September and October. I don't remember when we had the last measurable rain. I have been watering too. It has also been very unseasonable warm. It has been 75-90 for highs and lows in the 40-60. We have had a light frost, but it didn't cause any damage for me.

I still have 10 positions to fill, but I am hopeful to get them filled. I have several leads. It has been very nice to see what orders I have and just go out and pick what has been ordered.

I just have to keep everything growing!

Jay

Here is a link that might be useful: Republican Valley Produce