WHITEHOUSE — For the seventh year in a row, Bittersweet Farms is accepting new members for the Community
Supported Agriculture program.  
CSA is a mutual partnership of shared risk between local farmers and the community. Members buy shares of
the harvest, and, in turn, the farmer is able to cover the initial costs of the growing season. The
members then receive wholesome, fresh, nutrient-rich, local produce, along with a personal relationship
with the farmer.
By joining Bittersweet’s CSA, members support Bittersweet’s greater mission of serving adults with
autism. Supporting the CSA provides employment opportunities to adults with autism who live and work on
the farm. As part of the work of the CSA, the participants are able to engage in agriculture-related
activities such as readying the soil, planting the seeds, harvesting the crops, cleaning the produce and
packaging produce in the CSA boxes. This program also allows the individuals with autism who work at
Bittersweet to engage with and contribute to the local community.
This year, Bittersweet Farms is offering two shares. The Standard Share is $300 per season and the Petite
Share is $200 per season. The Standard Share feeds families and veggie lovers. The Petite Share is great
for couples, individuals and those who eat a moderate amount of produce each week. The breakdown of each
season is as follows:
• Spring Season: April 25-June 22
• Summer Season: June 27-Aug. 24
• Fall Season: Aug. 29-Oct. 26, 2017
Bittersweet offers two pick-up locations and days. Members may choose Tuesday or Thursday pick-up at
Bittersweet Farms in Whitehouse or at Walt Churchill’s Market in Maumee. Pick-up times are as follows:

• Bittersweet Farms, Whitehouse, 1 p.m. -3 p.m.
• Walt Churchill’s Market, Maumee, 3 p.m.-7 p.m.
Examples of spring produce include mixed greens, kale, cabbage, herbs, root vegetables, spring garlic and
strawberries. Examples of summer produce include  broccoli, cucumbers, peppers, eggplant, onions,
tomatoes, potatoes, squash, zucchini, kale, melons, corn, blueberries and peaches. Examples of fall
produce include kale, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, tomatoes, winter squash, root vegetables, mixed
greens, and apples.
More information can be found at www.bittersweetfarms.org/csa