A farm share program allows its members to become a shareholder in the farm's production prior to the growing season.  The member reaps the benefits of the ultra fresh harvest each week and the farmer is able to plan production based on the members' needs.  The farmer also receives capital upfront to help finance the purchase of seeds, compost, labor and equipment. In short, supporters invest in the farm by investing up front for a “share” of the season’s produce. In return, they receive produce that contains a mix of the farm’s seasonal produce, optimally harvested for peak nutrition and freshness. This "pre-sale" allows the farmer to focus time on growing and production to provide local food to more people.

SEASONAL COMMITMENT & RISK

We are trade-skilled, experienced farmers used to dealing with variable and extreme weather and pests. Prior farm share investment has allowed us to substantially reduce weather and freeze risk by growing inside protective cover structures - greenhouses and high tunnels. These structures contain side walls, fronts and backs and can be completely closed in the event of a freeze. We cannot guarantee that we can mitigate all risk so there exists a chance that some crops or a portion of a farm share may not be available at times. Members understand that they share in the successes and failures of the farm and that their produce will be grown using organic practices that conserve and regenerate the land.  Farm share members commit for the full season as established by the seasonal registration.

Please read our Farm Share Agreement and ensure that you fully understand these policies. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these policies, please contact us at michael@whitehurstfarm.com.