Is it time to ditch my CSA?

Is it time to ditch my CSA?
Is it time to ditch my CSA?

Is it time to ditch my CSA?

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With the mountains of fruits and vegetables arriving in Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) boxes this time of year, some people may feel overwhelmed. The popularity of this produce membership model grew exponentially in the last few years but some people may have had too much. We discuss whether or not it makes more sense to simply go to the farmers’ market and buy a variety of only stuff you want, or keep with the CSA. Is it blasphemy to abandon this hardcore local sustainable agriculture supporting model? Or are there better ways to do this? Photo: Monica Eng/WBEZ