Will Bonsall:

Farm manager and CoB of Esperian Vision Enterprises (E.V.E) also Director of the Scatterseed Project, a plant genetic preservation effort. Author of ‘Will Bonsall’s Essential Guide to Radical Self-Reliant Gardening’, and future fantasy novel ‘Through The Eyes of a Stranger’, and innumerable articles. Proponent of sustainable, eco-efficient, plant-based, food production and soil building systems.

Desirée Soto M.:

Desirée hails from Queens, New York. She has been on a mission of growth and learning that has manifested more specifically in the quest for self-sufficiency, and steps towards realizing alternative structures in counter economic practices. Her interest and respect for the herbs, and alternative medicine and healing will always come through if you catch her in conversation. She cannot swim, cries when she hears music, and loves corn porridge.

What we do:

We at Khadighar Farm focus on self-reliance and community. Our goal for the coming years is to extend our vision into the food market place by starting our own CSA (Community Supported Agriculture), with the long-term intent to help make the Farmington area more self-reliant for food. We also intend to continue teaching and advocating for truly sustainable food production systems through classes, events, books, and articles. Please see our FAQ for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions:

+ What is community supported agriculture (CSA)?

Community-supported agriculture (CSA) is a food production and distribution system that directly connects farmers and consumers. In short: You buy "shares" of our harvest in advance and then receive a portion of the crops as they're harvested.

+ How does Khadighar Farm CSA work?

We open our CSA for sign-ups starting January 1st every year. If we run out of shares, your name will be placed on our wait-list in case we have drop-outs during the season. You can sign-up by emailing us at khadigharcsa@gmail.com, at which point you will be sent an invoice. You can also call at 778-2410. Those placed on the wait-list who do not receive a share, or are interested in securing a share have the choice of becoming a member for the following year and will be notified some time after January 1st.

We take cash, and PayPal (wabonsall@gmail.com). Checks and MO can be made out to Will Bonsall/Khadighar CSA. You pick up at the farm on Thursdays between 2-8pm, flexible.

+ What kind of produce do you grow?

  • Green beans
  • Wax beans
  • Carrots
  • Beets
  • Potatoes
  • Onions
  • Leeks
  • Garlic
  • Parsley
  • Kohlrabi
  • Cabbage
  • Kale
  • Broccoli
  • Radishes
  • Daikons
  • Turnips
  • Rutabagas
  • Sweet corn
  • Peppers
  • Tomatoes
  • Groundcherries
  • Yacon
  • Lettuce
  • Chard
  • Terrasols
  • Sunchokes
  • Fresh basil, mint, other herbs
  • Summer squash
  • Zucchini
  • Escarole
  • Endive
  • Winter squash
  • Fennel
  • Cucumbers

We select and provide according to what is available in the gardens that week, including as wide a variety as possible. We will typically have other items available for sale which may not be part of the CSA and can be purchased separately.

+ Are you organic?

All produce is grown according to organic principles, though not necessarily MOFGA certified.

+ What is veganic?

All our crops are grown veganically, with no use of animal manure, or other livestock-derived soil amendments.

+ What kind of produce shares do you offer?

We offer full ($20 worth of groceries), and double ($40 worth of groceries) shares.

+ What is the cost of a share?

A full share is $400 and includes 20 weeks of at least $20 worth of fresh produce. Double shares are also available ($800 and include 20 weeks of at least $40 worth of fresh produce).

+ When is the CSA season?

CSA is from July 1st – November 12th.

+ When do I sign up?

We expect to begin signing up shareholders immediately, until we have 15 members, after which share-seekers will be placed on a back-up list in case we have dropouts (or decide we can handle more than 15). You will be notified immediately that you are accepted (or not). Full payment should be made at that time to secure your share.

+ How do I make a payment?

We take cash at the farm (39 Bailey rd, Industry). Checks and MO can be made out to Will Bonsall/Khadighar CSA. PayPal made out to wabonsall@gmail.com.

+ Do I have a say in what items I get in my share?

Although the share is based on what we have that week, we’ll try to be flexible. We’ll email everyone a day or two before pick-up of what’s available that week and you can email us back any adjustments you’d like made (ex. less broccoli, more corn) so that you receive at least the same value.

+ How much food will I receive each week?

A full share is at least $20 worth of fresh produce. Double shares are at least $40 worth of fresh produce.

+ What is your refund policy?

We cannot refund prepaid shares, however we may have a wait-list of people who might be happy to take over the rest of your share.

+ What if there is a drought or flooding and the farm can’t produce the quantity or quality of vegetables it normally does?

In the event of unforeseen failure on our part (due to drought etc.) we will make appropriate adjustments by full or partial refund.

+ Do you deliver?

We do not ordinarily deliver shares, but rather you pick them up on the farm (Every Thursday between 2-8pm, flexible).

+ Where and when should I pick up my share?

Pick-up is on Thursdays from 2pm-8pm. Please park in our parking lot on Bailey Rd. (left hand side). Walk up to the house, follow signs.

+ How do I get to Khadighar Farm?

From Farmington take route #43 to Allen’s Mills, continue on #43 1.5 miles to Jct. #148, continue on #43 about 800 ft.; Bailey rd. is the first right after the Jct. Follow signs.

+ Do I have to be a member to participate in the CSA?

Members & Non-members have access to our fresh produce. Membership guarantees you a pre-selected share of that week’s harvest. Non-members are welcomed to come on pick-up days and access the generally available produce and products, although some items may be sold out.

+ Can I become a member for part of a season?

Those who are on the wait-list will have the opportunity to become a member for the remainder of the season IF there is an opening.

+ Do I have to donate any time to be a member in the CSA?

Members are not required to volunteer any of their time. We already have ample labour. If anyone wishes to volunteer for the sake of experience, then we will try to accommodate.

+ What happens if I’m on vacation and can't pick-up/receive my share?

If your unable to collect your share on any week(s), you may transfer that part of your share to anyone else (let us know, we might be able to arrange it for you).

+ Can I visit the farm? Are there any events, or activities associated with the CSA?

Although we host a general public farm tour on the last Sunday in July, shareholders are welcome to walk around the farm on their own on pick-up day, though we may not be free to guide them.

+ Who should I contact if I have further questions?

Will Bonsall, 778-2410, or khadigharcsa@gmail.com

As vegans, farming veganically, we see our farming practice as a way to keep ourselves outside of the system of animal reliance.

Each year we offer a limited number of apprenticeships. For people interested in learning our particular system of veganic farming, please see our Apprenticeship page for more info.