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Fertile Ground Farm is a small, ecological gem located just west of Waterloo, Ontario, offering vibrant, organic vegetables to the Kitchener-Waterloo community through a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. Committed to environmental stewardship, they are a source of fresh, locally-grown produce from mid-June to mid-October, and distribute over $12K of free produce annually, emphasizing fair wages and reducing food waste.
Fertile Ground Farm is an organic vegetable farm situated just west of Waterloo, Ontario. They serve the Kitchener-Waterloo community with a robust offering of fresh, local produce.
At Fertile Ground Farm, the commitment to ecological farming is profound. They embrace organic methods, avoid synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers, and prioritize building soil health. Their practices advocate for environmental balance, including planting non-GMO seeds, raising animals on pasture with GMO-free feed, and creating habitats for pollinators.
The farm primarily offers its produce through a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. From mid-June to mid-October, CSA members receive a weekly bounty of fresh, seasonal vegetables right from the farm. Through the Fall Fresh Box CSA, members can continue enjoying a selection of greens, root vegetables, and more until December. Fertile Ground also supplies garden seedlings and eggs.
Aligned with their mission of community engagement and sustainability, Fertile Ground Farm distributes over $12K of free produce annually and takes part in farmer-led research to enhance their practices. They also support fair wages, offering a living wage to all staff, and partner with Seeds of Diversity Canada to preserve rare seeds.
The farm feeds the community from April to December, emphasizing local distribution to reduce food miles. They also collaborate with local restaurants and grocers to widen the reach of their produce.
Fertile Ground Farm is positioned in close proximity to Waterloo, Ontario, nurturing strong ties within the Kitchener-Waterloo region.
Beyond just produce, Fertile Ground fosters relationships with its CSA members, enabling them to feel like part of the farm-based community. The CSA program includes a sliding scale pricing model based on household capacity to ensure food accessibility for all.
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