The Farm Direct Coop is a woman-run, hybrid organization that is part CSA, part food hub, bringing super fresh local and organic produce from local farms to our communities. Our online stores feature all local food and products like grains, meats, soaps & pantry items, in addition to weekly add-on options for fruits, veggies, mushrooms, cheese & more.
We feel confident that if you want to be in a CSA, this is the best one. Uber-fresh produce, competitive prices, excellent variety, multiple share types, knowledgeable and committed staff, vacation holds, delivery options, recipes & prep tips, all delivered with quarter-century of evolution & experience. We are passionate about what we do, and we would love to have you join us*.
Our CSA season runs from Early June to Late-October with an additional Thanksgiving Share, December Share. Due to demand, we offer pre-season distributions through March & April, and a plant sale in May. Traditionally we offer organic vegetable, IPM fruit, local cheese, pantry items, cultivated mushrooms, organic flowers, pasta, pastured eggs and locally baked bread shares in the regular summer season. Bulk purchases for putting up/freezing are also available.
Pick ups, on Tuesdays or Thursdays in Salem and Melrose. Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday in Marblehead, visit our website to learn more.
*Our program has become very popular & we currently have a waiting list for membership.
Season: January
Type: 3rd party CSA service
Since: 1993
# of Shares: 990
Share Prices:
$55/membership
$18.05/$27.75 Small/Large Organic Vegetable - per week for an 18 week season.
$12.5/$17.75 Small/Large IPM Fruit - per week for 18 weeks
Pantry boxes, cheese, bread, flower, egg, mushroom, pasta, Thanksgiving & December shares available.