Preparing for Winter CSA

Join the farmers at Pennypack Farm & Education Center as they glean the last of their summer harvest and prepare for their 180-member winter CSA—which complements their 400-member summer CSA.

We’ll discuss how to plan for and grow a steady supply of greens throughout the winter, as well as strategies for long-term root crop storage. We’ll tour Pennypack’s hoop house and low tunnels, as well as their crop storage facilities.

Pennypack Farm and Education Center works with children, families, community groups, and environmental and educational institutions to encourage the creation of sustainable local food systems. The Center offers educational programs and a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) demonstration project, which serves hundreds of families year round.

Image credit: Pennypack Farm & Education Center

Additional information

• This event qualifies for one SmartStart credit through AgChoice Farm Credit. SmartStart allows young and beginning farmers to earn credits toward a reduced interest rate on a new AgChoice loan by attending educational events.
• This is a CRAFT event. CRAFT (Collaborative Regional Alliance for Farmer Training) events are designed for aspiring and beginning farmers, but can nonetheless provide valuable opportunities for experienced farmers to glean insights from their peers.

Questions?

Take a look at our frequently asked questions about our workshops and events. Otherwise, please contact this event’s coordinator, Aaron de Long, by email at aaron@pasafarming.org or by phone at (814) 349-9856 x709.

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