FairShare CSA Coalition

FairShare works hard to support farmers. But no single organization or person can provide ALL the resources a farm needs to thrive.

That’s why extended networks of support, like the Midwest Vegetable Growers Network (MVEG) organized by FairShare, are so important.

Before joining MVEG, Dan struggled to find organic-specific information to share with the vegetable growers he serves through his work at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Through MVEG, Dan now has a strong network of colleagues across the Midwest he can rely on to find the best resources for those growers.

Organic vegetable growing can be isolating. The MVEG Network links organic growers and ag professionals across the Midwest.

Nick, a Minnesota farmer who also works for the Land Stewardship Project, has found that being part of MVEG means he and other farmers can tap into deeper pools of knowledge and resources.

This is where you come in! Supporting these crucial connections leads to local growers thriving and being better able to provide high quality food to our communities.

Farmers grow our food - but they can’t do it alone. Networks like MVEG make sure our local farmers have the information and support they need to flourish.

Will you join us in strengthening these networks of support? Make a gift today at csacoalition.org/donate

Nothing screams summer more than a fruit pie! Take a peek at a few of our staff's favorite fruit-forward desserts, and get hungry 🤤

Aubrey: Strawberry rhubarb pie, hands down!
Beth: Any kind of berry pie, although blackberry might be my favorite (pictured)
Caroline: Key lime pie
Chiang Rai: Cherry or blueberry pie
Liv: Chanterelle galette made after foraging season (pictured)
Rachael: Strawberry sorbet made with strawberries from our CSA! (pictured)
Sadie: Mixed berry galette (pictured)
Sam: Peach cobbler
Tess: Strawberry jam on anything and everything!

Share your favorite fruit dessert in the comments! 👇

For the past ten months, FairShare's Executive Director, Rachael Maysels, has had the privilege of being part of the inaugural cohort of the Goodman Nonprofit Center's Executive Director Fellowship.

Alongside 16 fellow executive directors from nonprofits across the Madison area, Rachael spent the year building relationships, strengthening leadership skills, and learning from an incredible community of peers committed to making our region stronger.

We're grateful to the Goodman Nonprofit Center for investing in nonprofit leaders and fostering a network of support that will continue long after the program's conclusion. Congratulations to the entire inaugural cohort, and thank you to the Goodman Nonprofit Center, the facilitators, and everyone who helped make this experience so meaningful. Here's to continuing to learn, collaborate, and serve our communities together!

Photo credit: Beth Skogen Photography

Take a sneak peek at the first farm stop of this year’s Bike the Barns ride! 👀

Farm stop: Wonderfarm
Snacks from: TradeRoots Farms
Beverages by: Mr. Tea's Kombucherie
Music: Allium Crowns

Save your spot on the ride and register today at csacoalition.org/bike-the-barns