Cream of the Crop CSA ¦ formerly known as Chubby Bunny CSA

The following are only available for members purchasing a Large or Small vegetable share. If you have any questions or issues with your optional shares, contact Leigh at leigh@creamofthecropcsa.org.
 

Optional Shares for 2012

Weekly Shares:
- Fruit
- Raw Milk
- Eggs- Araucana or Brown
- Grass Fed Ground Beef and Stew Beef
- Chicken Breasts or Legs/Thighs
- Ground Turkey
- Raw Yogurt


Every Other Week Shares:
- Raw cow cheeses
- Raw milk Ice cream

Monthly Shares:
- Whole Broiler Chickens
- Goat Yogurt/Cheeses
- Lacto-fermented foods
- Jellies and Jams


WEEKLY SHARES:

Fruit - Hepworth Farms
$220 for the full season (Weekly Delivery)
Hepworth Farms is located in Milton, NY and has been in the family for seven generations. All their berries are certified organic and are not sprayed with pesticides. With the rest of their fruit they practice Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Using IPM, Hepworth sprays only when and where necessary, using only the most natural of sprays. Hepworth grows a variety of fruits, including apples, apricots, blueberries, cherries, currants, gooseberries, grapes, nectarines, peaches, pears, plums, raspberries, rhubarb and strawberries. Weather permitting, this season members can expect to see the following: apples, cherries, grapes, nectarines, peaches, pears, plums, raspberries and strawberries.
 
To learn more about Hepworth Farms, click here.
 
Raw Milk – Miller's Biodiversity Farm
$126 (1/2 gallon) or $204 (gallon) for full season (Weekly Delivery)
Our raw milk comes from Miller's Biodiversity Farm in Quarryville, PA, a licensed raw milk distributor. The milk comes from 100% Jersey cows, which according to milk lovers, produce the most creamy and delicious milk. It is non-  homogenized and non-pasteurized, and is produced on a humane, non-toxic, pasture-based dairy farm that practices small-scale, traditional processing. The cows graze outdoors all day (except for milking time) and their pasture is  constantly rotated to allow the grass to continue to grow. Their diet is supplemented with conventional grain (transitioning to organic) but they don't need much of that except in the winter when there is no grass.
 
 To learn more about raw milk, click here.
 To learn more about Miller's Biodiversity Farm, click here.
 
Araucona Eggs – Snowdance Farm
$108 (1/2 dozen) or $192 (dozen) for the full season(Weekly Delivery)
Our CSA eggs come from Araucona hens that aren't merely free-range – they're pastured chickens whose home is much better than just a dirt yard. Their hen house is moved to a new location every week to maintain a steady supply of fresh grass and bugs (a chicken's natural diet). They are also offered organic grain as a supplement. Their natural diet ensures not only healthy hens, but also the quality of their eggs. The color of yolks reflects the health of the hens and therefore, the nutrient content of the eggs. Our eggs have beautiful deep orange yolks. The darker the yolk… the more nutritious the eggs!
 
To learn more about Snowdance Farm, click here.

Brown Eggs - Willow Run Farm
$90 (1/2 dozen) or $156 (dozen)
These eggs are pastured, eating grass and bugs the way nature intended. Also supplemented with minerals, non-gmo corn and organic whole grains- though they are free from soy.  Better than just your average farmer's market eggs, these are pretty great!
 
Grass Fed Ground Beef or Stew Beef - Whippoorwill Farm
$153 for 24 Weeks (Weekly Delivery)
Whippoorwill Farm in Connecticut is run by Allen and Robin Cockerline. All their animals are grass fed on luscious green grass meticulously maintained by Alan.  Their cattle has been 100% grass-fed since 2000 ensuring a high quality product with the best flavor. They are Animal Welfare Approved and Certified by the American Grassfed Association. No hormones or antibiotics are used; meat products are vacuum wrapped and frozen. Chubby Bunny members may purchase a seasonal share of either a pound of ground beef or a pound of stew beef.
 
To learn more about Whippoorwill Farm, click here.

Boneless Chicken Breasts/Legs & Thighs/Ground Turkey - Snowdance Farm
(Weekly Delivery)
$300 for 1 1/4 lb of Boneless, skinless breasts
$190 for 2 lb of Legs/Thighs
$190 for 1 lb Ground Turkey

Snowdance Farm is a thriving 80 acre farm located near Livingston Manor, NY. Cornish Cross chickens and Turkeys live on fresh pasture. Free of medications, growth hormones or GMO feed, their forage is supplemented with non-GMO whole grains, seeds and organic minerals. Processed in a NY State inspected facility on Monday's.

Raw Yogurt - Miller's Biodiversity Farm
$78 (Pint) or $156 (Quart) for the full season (Weekly Delivery)
 Our raw yogurt comes from Miller's Biodiversity Farm in Quarryville, PA, a licensed raw milk distributor. The milk used for the yogurt, comes from 100% Jersey cows, which according to dairy lovers, produce the most creamy and delicious milk/yogurt. It is non-homogenized and non-pasteurized, and is produced on a humane, non-toxic, pasture-based dairy farm that practices small-scale, traditional processing. The cows graze outdoors all day (except for milking time) and their pasture is  constantly rotated to allow the grass to continue to grow. Their diet is supplemented with conventional grain (transitioning to organic) but they don't need much of that except in the winter when there is no grass.
 
 To learn more about raw milk, click here.
 To learn more about Miller's Biodiversity Farm, click here.

EVERY OTHER WEEK SHARES:
Grass fed Cheeses - Friendly Farm
$96 1/2 lb of cheese for 12 weeks (Every other week delivery starting on June 12th)
Members choose either Cheddar, Smoked Cheddar, Garlic & Chives Cheddar, Colby, Gruyere, Natural Rind Gruyere, Herbal Jack, or Pepper Jack cheese each delivery.
Note: there is an up charge per order for Gruyere ($1) and Natural Rind Gruyere ($6)
Friendly Farm is a 64 acre Certified Organic Farm located in Gap, PA.  

Raw Milk Ice Cream - Willow Run Farm
$162 Quart for 12 weeks (Every other week delivery beginning on June 19th)
Members choose from either Vanilla, Chocolate, Chocolate Peanut Butter, Almond, Ginger, Butter Pecan, Strawberry, Raspberry, Blueberry by ordering online for each delivery. All Dairy is from 100% Grass-fed Jersey Cows, eggs are from pastured chickens and sweetener is raw honey. Complete ingredient list per flavor is located on membership form.

MONTHLY DELIVERY:
 Broiler Chickens - Stone Wall Dairy Farm
 $95 for 4 Chickens (Monthly Delivery)
 Pick up dates for the 2012 season: July 17, August 14, September 11, October 16
Each broiler weighs approximately 5 pounds and is delivered fresh, not frozen. They are pasture-raised chickens, eating bugs and grass outdoors, but their pasture is changed daily and they are supplemented with organic grain – about half a pound a day. Stone Wall raises Kosher Kings (they're not raised kosher, it's just their name) because this breed was judged more flavorful than others they've tried and we agree!
 
 To learn more about Stone Wall Dairy, click here.
 
Goat Yogurt/Cheeses - ADAMAH
Pick up dates for the 2012 season: June 19 , July 17, August 14, September 11, October 16, November 20
ADAMAH is a small educational farm nestled in the Litchfield Hills of northwestern Connecticut... just a few miles down the road from Chubby Bunny Farm. They believe in combining the values of local, organic, kosher, and traceable foods in the crafting of their delicious pasteurized goat cheeses and yogurts. They have a small herd of 12 milking goats, and each doe is given the individual attention she needs. From the time the baby goats are born until the cheese is ready for your enjoyment, each step is lovingly done by hand. In addition to munching on local flora, their goats receive a fine blend of organic grains and high quality alfalfa hay. This varied diet is ideal for the herd's health and happiness. They are currently transitioning to Certified Organic. Their pickles and cheeses are certified kosher by the Hartford Va'ad HaKashrus.
 
Five different types of shares are available at special prices for our CSA:
Just Feta: 1 lb. Falls Village Feta - $140
The hand-crafted feta is subtly salted, making space for the fresh clean flavors of Falls Village flora to unfold on your palate. Delicate crumbles of this creamy feta are the perfect complement to your morning eggs, fresh green salad, or alone with fine crackers.
Just Chevre: 1 lb. Holy Chevre - $140
Chevre, French for "goat," is the common name for fresh, soft, and easily spreadable goat cheese. In Hebrew, chevre means "friends." Sharing our Holy Chevre with your friends is an ideal way to enjoy this gently tart and rich cheese. During the season, ADAMAH Dairy will infuse the Holy Chevre with a blend of fresh herbs from their garden, making each batch uniquely delicious.
Just Goatgurt: 1 qt. Goatgurt - $49
Their goat milk yogurt is of the highest quality. Happy healthy milk is blended with living cultures to create a nutritious and tasty old-fashioned yogurt. Beneficial bacteria such as acidophilus and bifidus abound in our yogurt, providing you with numerous health benefits. Enjoy it with with seasonal fruits, granola, as a dressing, in curries, in cookies, or even alone.
Cheese Lover: 1 lb. Falls Village Feta, 1 lb. Holy Chevre - $280
Sampler: 1/2 lb. Falls Village Feta, 1/2 lb. Holy Chevre, 1 pt. Goatgurt - $175
 
For information on how to order Goat Yogurt and Cheese shares for the season, click here.
To learn more about ADAMAH, click here.
 
 
Sweet and Sour Shares: Lacto-Fermented Foods w/Jams & Jellies- ADAMAH
Pick up dates for the 2012 season: June 19, July 17, August 14, September 11, October 16, November 20th

ADAMAH is bringing back good old-fashioned pickles, just like Bubbe used to make. Our pickled products are hand-crafted using the traditional arts of lacto-fermentation, creating a live-culture delicacy that is good for you as well as for our planet. The probiotic cultures, antioxidants and enzymes in our products support digestion, nutrient absorption and strengthen your immune system. And they are delicious! We make jams and jellies with non-GMO ingredients from our farm and neighboring fruit farms. Enjoy a little taste of summer’s sweetness all through the year.

As a member, you will receive 2 items each monthly delivery; 1 salty and 1 sweet. Price is $100.00 for the 6 deliveries.
Salty:
Adamah Dills: old-fashioned, barrel-fermented Kosher dill pickles

Adamah Half-Sours: dill pickles pulled from the barrel after just 2 days, at their crunchiest

Dilly Beans: lacto-fermented green beans with garlic and hot peppers

Sauerkraut: barrel-fermented cabbage, aged 2-3 months

Firekraut: red cabbage and jalepeno sauerkraut with a kick!

Kim Chi: our version of the Korean dish, made with pickled daikon, cabbage, carrots, garlic and ginger

Beets: vinegar-pickled with onions, and sweetly spiced

Sweet: Blueberry, Raspberry & Strawberry Jam, Bomb Jelly (spicy Red Pepper Jelly) Seasonal Specialties such as Strawberry Rosemary & Blueberry Ginger
 
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"Order As You Go" Offerings
In addition to offering seasonal CSA shares, some of our farm partners allow Chubby Bunny members to place single, individual orders. The farmers will deliver these "As You Go" orders on the same schedule as their optional shares, which varies according to farm.
 
Products offered for purchase "As You Go" include:
- Grass Fed Beef and Pork
- Chicken Products
- Sweet and Savory Breads
- Ice Cream
- Beans/Grains/Pasta
- Goat Yogurt/Cheeses/Lacto Fermented Foods/Jellies and Jams
- Butters, Yogurts, Cow Cheeses and Creams, Honey
- Grass Fed Veal, Lamb and Goat