2009 CSA Work Share Program
Country Corner Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)
Membership & Cost Share Incentive Application
Do you want the benefits of Fresh Vegetables but don’t have the time or space to grow your own?
Are you looking to join in a community effort to experience the bounty of Locally Fresh Grown Produce?
Do you have a minimal Budget?
Can you provide a minimal amount of time and effort to reduce your cost of membership?
Three Program Options
Option #1 -Membership Fees:
Full fees in the CSA for the purchase of membership share and the bounty of the 16 week program. (Limited to 100 members)
Option #2 – Cost Share Incentive:
Fee reduction for providing 20 hours of labor throughout the season. (Limited to 50 members)
Option #3 – Cost Share Incentive:
Free membership for providing 5 hours of work per week throughout the season June 2nd through October 31st. (80 hours total) (Limited to 10 memberships)
Terms: Country Corner will reduce CSA Membership Costs to qualifying individuals for hours worked in the areas of Farm related programs, activities and day to day operation that directly reduce labor costs.
Share incentive program requirements:
- Be willing and able to attend orientation in late May
- Be able to provide reliable transportation to and from farm during work hours
- Be able to honor agreements
- Be willing and able to work outside, sometimes in bad weather
- Be willing to follow directions and work with farm crew
- Be able to leave small children at home or in daycare
Tasks included in a farm day will include a seasonal combination of weeding, harvesting, washing, sorting, packaging and delivery. Additional opportunities are available during festival weekends where daily tasks may include; parking attendant, fun park assistant, pumpkin weighing and grounds keeping.
Interested individuals may apply by submitting the Cost Share Application to Country Corner CSA, 5333 Hwy 150, Alpha, IL. 61413 by May 1st. 2009, 309-629-2359.