First steps towards CSA

1. We would first recommend you read the following publications (http://www.soilassociation.org/csa.aspx) which provide a range of case studies and 'how to' information:

Cultivating Communities
This booklet gives a brief overview of CSA with 11 case studies
A Share in the Harvest - an action manual for community supported agriculture
This provides a comprehensive guide to all aspects of setting up a CSA project
Stroud Community Agriculture case study

2. Look at the CSA case studies and examples of models to get some ideas about the range of different opportunities you may like to explore.

3. Start talking to friends, family, neighbours and colleagues, and begin to get people interested in the ideas and find out what type of CSA they would be interested in getting involved in.

4. Start exploring the availability of land in your area.

5. Contact us at the Soil Association to talk about your ideas:

E: adaniel@soilassociation.org

T: 0117 914 2424

All the information listed above is on http://www.soilassociation.org/csa.aspx