Community Supported Agriculture the customer pays upfront for a season's share of produce that is freshly harvested for the share members. By placing the money down in advance, the consumer is pledging up front to support the farm in its best of times, and in its worst of times. Since organic produce farmers receive no government subsidies, a natural disaster, such as a flood, could curtail harvests. While the small farmer is more vulnerable to changes in the natural and economic world, through the CSA program, the consumer and the farmer share the harvest and the risks.
The CSA model is an innovative, compassionate approach that sustains viable small, organic farms. It gives the community an effective outlet to show their support to agriculture that goes above and beyond purchasing other sources of local produce. It shows a greater commitment to eating local, which ultimately casts a vote toward preserving open, green space, reduces oil burned on transportation, conserves resources that would have gone to packaging, and maintains quality, control, safety and security of our food sources from the grassroots level. The direct connection between farmer and consumer cuts out the middlemen, and ensures a nutrient-rich product that was bred for taste rather than one that was bred for handling, long distance travel, storage and absolute uniform cosmetic features.
Located at the edge of Tacoma and the Puyallup Valley, Terry’s Berries has a very unique opportunity to feed a diverse population, as well as educate and connect people of all ages with the realities of farming in the 21st century. Whether a new or repeat customer, we hope to show you the value of fresh, organic produce. We are proud of our farm, crew, and animals and love sharing our lives and food with you, your friends and family. We appreciate you taking time from your fast-paced life to experience food grown with love and to connect with others who value this fertile, wet, diverse place we call Washington!
