CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture, a partnership between us (your farmer) and local families who value fresh, seasonal food.

By purchasing a share at the beginning of the season, members directly support our planting and production. In return, members receive weekly portions of the harvest.

Joining a CSA farm share in New Jersey means:

• Eating seasonally and locally

• Supporting regional agriculture

• Discovering new vegetables and recipes

• Connecting your family to where food comes from

At Abma’s Farm, our CSA program is rooted in education and connection.

Our CSA program is for people who are interested in:

• investing in food security
• preparing healthy foods for their families
• supporting their local farmer
• being kind to our planet
• trying new kinds of veggies
• being adventurous in the kitchen

*CSA Tip- when the season begins, you'll receive a CSA Handbook with tips on eating seasonally and storing your produce.

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• Winter Share: January 7 – May 27, 2027

• Summer Share: June 1 – October 21, 2027

Exact pickup schedules are shared prior to the season start.

CSA items aren't sourced through distribution chains- they're harvested directly from our fields the same day you pick it up, at peak seasonal ripeness. Or, in the case of our meats, harvested the week of and flash frozen.

That means:

• Maximum freshness and nutrition

• Minimal packaging and transport

• Food that reflects the natural growing season

It’s a closer, more transparent connection to your food than traditional retail shopping.

CSA members share in the natural ups and downs of farming. Each week’s share reflects real growing conditions:

• Some weeks may feature abundance of certain crops

• Others may be lighter due to weather or seasonal shifts

This partnership builds a meaningful, transparent connection between farmer and community while still ensuring consistent overall share value throughout the season.

Each week features a rotating selection of vegetables harvested at peak flavor and freshness. Shares follow the rhythm of the season:

• Early-season greens

• Summer variety and abundance

• Fall favorites and storage crops

CSA Tip: The first few weeks may feel lighter, so we often supplement shares with added-value items like local honey.

Our CSA Meat Share offers a weekly supply of homegrown beef, pork, and chicken raised in Hillsborough, NJ. It’s more than buying meat- it’s an investment in your health, community, and environment.

Members receive a rotating mix of cuts each week, allowing you to stock your freezer gradually rather than all at once.

Our homegrown meats are:

• Pasture-Raised: Our animals are raised with care on open pastures in Hillsborough, NJ, without hormones or antibiotics, resulting in meat that is healthier and more flavorful.
• Dry-Aged and Flash-Frozen: Our beef is dry-aged for exceptional tenderness, while all cuts are flash-frozen at peak freshness, preserving their natural quality.
• Convenient Variety: steaks, roasts, chops, sausages, ground meat, breasts, and more.
• Stock Your Freezer: Purchasing a CSA share ensures you always have a variety of premium meats at your fingertips, from steaks and roasts to sausages and ground meat.
• Long Term Value: A CSA meat share offers significant savings compared to purchasing individual cuts, giving you high-quality meat at a better price.
• Humane Practices: Our animals are treated with respect and raised in a way that prioritizes their well-being.
• Regenerative Farming: Our animals are pasture-raised and rotated across open fields in Hillsborough, NJ, where they naturally fertilize the soil, support healthy plant growth, and help build long-term land vitality. By prioritizing soil health, animal welfare, and responsible land stewardship, regenerative practices improve biodiversity, reduce environmental impact, and create a more resilient food system.

We harvest and pack shares for maximum freshness:

• Produce and eggs are picked the same day as pickup
• Meat is processed and flash frozen the same week
• Honey is harvested within the same month
• Bread is baked the morning of
• Milk is produced one or two days prior

Freshness is a core part of the CSA experience.

Beyond choosing your type of CSA share, no. Each week’s offerings will differ depending on what’s growing and being harvested at that specific time. Our Farmer ensures each item is at the peak of it's natural ripeness and/or freshness.

How do I reschedule my pickup? Members may reschedule their pickup through the online portal before 12pm on the Monday of that week. A friend or family member can pick up on your behalf.

What if I miss my pickup? If you miss or forget to pickup your share without advance notification (prior to 12pm on Monday before your pickup day), your share is forfeit and donated to a local pantry.

CSA membership includes experiences that go far beyond food pickup. Members become part of our farm community and enjoy exclusive benefits like:

• Complimentary weekday petting zoo visit

• Free U-Pick admission during the season

• Access to our members-only online community

• Seasonal updates and recipes

Petting Zoo Perk: You and immediate family members receive free Petting Zoo admission once per week for the duration of the CSA season. When you arrive at our Petting Zoo, give your name (the name your CSA is under) to our booth attendant, and they will check you in. There is no need to purchase tickets in advance.

Free U-Pick Admission: Receive free u-pick admission for the duration of the CSA season. A special redemption code for our ticket platform is provided through the member portal. (Pay only for what you pick.)

Learn more about how we grow and raise your food here:

👉 https://www.abmasfarm.com/farming-practices/