The Project

The aims of the project

Our experienced team aims to:

• help new CSAs to become established,
• support the development of a CSA network,
• offer a range of training opportunities and mentoring support to CSAs,
• raise the profile of the CSA approach through promotion and policy work .

In addition, we are helping buying groups to buy more fresh seasonal organic produce and exploring the range and potential for larger buying group models.

The support being offered by the Soil Association

• We are providing comprehensive information through a website to help initiatives to get established – this includes a detailed action manual, case studies, ‘how to’ guides and lots of practical examples.
• Our regional officers are providing advice and support to groups setting up new CSAs.
• We can help groups with finding land, finding farmers/growers that are interested in being involved and finding local suppliers etc.
• We are running CSA training and networking events
• In order to provide ongoing support we will be establishing ‘buddying’ links with other initiatives.

http://www.soilassociation.org/csa.aspx