Frequently Asked Questions
What do you mean by “naturally grown”? Is Open Acres an organic farm?
While Open Acres is not a certified organic farm, everything that we grow is 100% natural. This means that there are no chemical or synthetic fertilizers, herbicides or pesticides used in our growing process.
Are members required to work on the farm? Can I volunteer?
Working on the farm is not a requirement of CSA membership. However, extra hands are always welcome as there is plenty to be done throughout the growing season! If you are ever interested in volunteering, please contact us by email at openacres.csa@gmail.com or phone at 646.408.1844. You can also use the form at the left of this page to be in touch.
What happens if I go out of town and can't make a pick-up?
Members who will be away for a pick-up or longer have a few options when it comes to their shares: If you don't want to miss the share due to the scheduling conflict, we can easily switch your pick-up day with advanced notice. If you would rather send a friend or family member in your place to the pick-up, just send us an email or give a call to let us know who to expect on the day you are planning to be away. Alternatively, you may also choose to have your share included in our regular donation to the Doylestown Food Pantry.
What if I forget to pick up my share?
When shares are missed altogether, please know that they will not go to waste. The vegetables and fruits left behind will be part of a donation to the Doylestown Food Pantry, a partnership we are very happy to have in the community. For more information on the Pantry, please see the link below or click here.
Links
Bucks County Foodshed Alliance Members of the Bucks County Foodshed Alliance collaborate to foster and expand a comprehensive, local, sustainable food supply in the County.
Bucks County Taste Published by Lynne Goldman and Mark Feffer, Bucks County Taste shares stories on Bucks County's unique food community and offers a terrific Food Events Calendar. Posts by guest bloggers and seasonal recipes are also regular features of the site.
Bucks County Housing Group's Doylestown Food Pantry Bucks County Housing Group is a private, non-profit organization which provides a range of housing and social services to homeless and low-income families. Their three community food pantries serve over 1600 families every month.
Gas Guzzling for Good, started by Cathy Snyder, provides free pick up and delivery of donated food from area farms to local pantries, shelters and meals-on-wheels programs. Click here to learn more about this wonderful, volunteer-run program.
Local Harvest Use Local Harvest's website to find farmers' markets, family farms, and other sources of sustainably grown food in your area,
Pennsylvania Assocation for Sustainable Agriculture (PASA) Founded in 1992, PASA is dedicated to transforming agriculture and food systems in Pennsylvania and nationally.