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7th Ave. (480) 377-4050 619 N. 7th Ave.  Phoenix, AZ 85007
Ann Ott Adult Learning Center (480) 377-4300 1801 S. 12th St.  Phoenix, AZ 85034
Avondale (480) 377-4400 420 N. Central Ave.  Avondale, AZ 85323
East Valley (480) 377-4150 1455 S. Stapley Dr., Suite 15  Mesa, AZ 85204
Lifelong Learning Center (480) 377-4250 12535 Smokey Dr.  Surprise, AZ 85374
Luke Air Force Base (480) 377-4010 7383 N. Litchfield Rd.  Glendale, AZ 85309
Northern (480) 377-4200 1715 West Northern Ave.  Phoenix, AZ 85032
School of Dental Hygiene (480) 377-4100 1150 E. Washington St.  Phoenix, AZ 85034
Scottsdale Adult Learning Center (480) 941-5166 1170 N. 86th Way  Scottsdale, AZ 85257
Tempe (480) 517-8540 2323 W. 14th St.  Tempe, AZ 85281

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Community Sponsored Agriculture (CSA) 

Interested in Purchasing Fresh Local Produce?

Rio Salado College now serves as a drop-off location for Love Grows Farms’ Community Sponsored Agriculture program!

What is CSA?
Community Sponsored Agriculture (CSA) is a socio-economic model of agriculture and food distribution where a community of individuals pledges support to a farming operation where the growers and consumers share the risks and benefits of food production.

How does it work?
Members, or "shareholders," purchase 10-week shares in advance to cover the anticipated costs of the farms operations. In return, members receive a weekly allotment (7-10 items) of the farm’s bounty throughout the 10-week growing season.

What produce will I get?
This varies depending on the season. A one-week share might include beets, lettuce, broccoli, beans, spinach, radishes, carrots, peas, sprouts, kale, tomatoes, etc!

How much does it cost?
A 10-week share is $250. You can also partner with friends to split the cost of a share.

Why participate in a CSA?
In addition to the satisfaction gained from reconnecting with the land and participating directly in local food production, participants enjoy freshly-picked organic or pesticide-free produce and save money on fewer trips to the grocery store!

By direct sales to community members, who have provided the farmer with working capital in advance, growers receive better prices for their crops and gain some financial security.

How do I sign up?
Find out more about the Love Grows Farms CSA program.  

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