Community Supported Agriculture
Providing the community with fresh produce and items from local businesses.
What is a CSA?
What is CSA? Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) connects local farms with the community through a direct, seasonal partnership. Members purchase a share at the start of the season, which helps farmers plan their harvest and reduces food waste. In return, members receive just-harvested produce—often picked the day before. CSA members share in both the rewards and risks of the growing season. While harvests may vary due to weather and other factors, the produce is consistently high quality and more affordable than at a farmers market. Sunnyside CSA is a not-for-profit, fully volunteer-run organization. Volunteers coordinate with farms, manage logistics, run the pickup site, and handle communications and finances. All members contribute by signing up for two volunteer shifts or serving on the core team.
Our Seasons
Sunnyside CSA offers two share seasons: Summer (June through October) and Winter (December through April). Details about what’s included each season can be found on the Food We Offer page. Any unclaimed produce at the end of the pickup night is donated to the Senior Program at Sunnyside Community Services (SCS).
Subsidy Program
A limited number of reduced-cost shares are available through Sunnyside CSA’s Subsidized Share Program, funded by community events and seasonal fundraisers.
Our Farmers
About Golden Earthworm Organic Farm
Golden Earthworm Organic Farm is a small, family-run farm established in 1994 on the North Fork of Long Island. Founded by Matt Kurek and Maggie Wood, the farm holds the distinction of being the first Certified Organic vegetable farm in the region. From the outset, their focus on Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) provided a meaningful way to connect directly with the families who would share in the harvest.
The farm’s growing practices are rooted in a thoughtful blend of traditional agricultural methods and modern organic innovation, with a deep respect for the land. Today, Golden Earthworm cultivates high-quality, USDA-Certified Organic produce for thousands of families across Long Island through its long-standing CSA program.
Farming practices
Organic Commitment
Golden Earthworm Organic Farm is USDA Certified Organic through Vermont Organic Farmers (VOF), a third-party certifying agency. Organic farming is a holistic system that considers the long-term health of the soil, the quality of the food produced, and the broader impact on the environment and local community.
At Golden Earthworm, organic practices extend beyond certification requirements. The farm employs cover cropping, crop rotation, and the use of approved organic amendments to build and maintain soil fertility. Regular soil, leaf tissue, and sap testing help guide nutrient management decisions, supporting the biological, chemical, and physical health of the soil. This careful care and management of the land promotes resilient crops and sustainable food production for future generations.