Band of Farmers offers a multi-prong approach to educating consumers about CSAs and marketing on behalf of its members
This multi-pronged approach includes:
* tabling at farmers markets and “green” fairs
* maintaining an up-to-date website with a CSA Directory of member farms, interactive map of pickup sites, and a variety of tools to help consumers understand CSA and make educated decisions
* creating and collaborating on regional CSA expos during the marketing season
encouraging and facilitating the creation of new pickup sites in private homes, businesses, faith communities, and workplaces
* building and maintaining a consumer email list and sending regular email newsletters
Band of Farmers: The Chicagoland CSA Coalition
Central Illinois, Chicago Metro Area, Eastern Illinois, Northern Illinois, Northwest Indiana, Southern Wisconsin, Southwest Michigan
c/o Illinois Stewardship Alliance 230 Broadway St Suite 200 Springfield, IL 62701
Board of Band of Farmers
info@bandoffarmers.org
872.239.4CSA (4272)
http://www.bandoffarmers.org