The Blandford Farm is a short walk west of the Visitor Center. Visit today and see where we produce naturally-grown food, raise educational animals, and offer one-of-a-kind programming.
Greet the goats, say “hello” to the sheep, gather eggs from the chicken coop, peek into our historic barn, explore the children’s garden, and play in the farm-themed nature playscape. The opportunities are endless!
With 2.5 acres of land, our farm has been growing over 200 different varieties of vegetables and educating families on local agriculture through farm-related programming since 2010.
We are Certified Naturally Grown (CNG), a part of Slow Food of West Michigan (SFWM), and Cropping System Certified through the Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP).
Our farm hosts regular community events, so don’t forget to check out our Community Calendar.
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a relationship between community members who prefer locally-grown food and the farmers that grow it. CSA members support and invest in the farm by purchasing a “share” of the harvest that they can pick up weekly.
Blandford Nature Center members receive discounted and early registration!
Membership must be non-expired during purchase to receive early & discounted registration.
Members and previous CSA members can purchase shares beginning Monday, January 4th.
Non-members can start purchasing shares on CSA Day (Friday, February 28th).
View the table below to see what veggies will come in your share throughout the year!
This is a sample share and is subject to change based on share size and field conditions
| MID-JUNE Leaves of chard or kale Bok choy Garlic scapes Arugula Mixed greens Microgreens Kohlrabi Lettuce Scallions Radishes or salad turnips | END OF JULY Leaves of chard or kale Basil or parsley Beets Salad cucumbers Eggplant or green pepper Arugula Sweet onions Yellow squash/zucchini Red tomatoes U-pick cherry tomatoes U-pick string beans |
| END OF AUGUST Leaves of chard or kale Basil, parsley, thyme or oregano Celery Salad cucumber Melon Broccoli Garlic Yellow squash/zucchini Heirloom tomatoes Red tomatoes Lettuce, mini cabbage, or bok choy U-pick cherry tomatoes U-pick string beans | MID-OCTOBER Leaves of chard, kale, or collards Beets Bulb of celeriac Stalk of brussel sprouts Daikon/turnips/radishes Cilantro Mixed greens Leeks Peppers or eggplants Potatoes Spaghetti squash |
Summer Shares
Indulge in 20 weeks of fresh, naturally-grown seasonal veggies from June 8th to October 19th!
- Full Share: $520/members, $550/non-members
- Half Share: $310/members, $325/non-members
Summer shares can be picked up Tuesdays at the Farm from 4pm-6:30pm and Fridays & Saturdays at the Fulton Street Farmers Market from 8am-1pm.
Winter Shares
Enjoy 8 weeks of healthy, local seasonal veggies from November to December!
- Full Share: $200/person
Pick up dates/times will be determined by a winter share member survey.
Herb Shares
Enjoy 10 weeks of fresh herbs! Each week from June 22nd to August 24th, share members will get their choice of four herb bunches. Options will range from tried and true kitchen staples like basil and parsley to herbs for the culinary adventurous, such as shiso and Mexican mint marigold.
- Full Share: $50/person
Herb shares can be picked up Tuesdays at the Farm from 4:00-6:30 pm and Fridays & Saturdays at the Fulton Street Farmers Market from 8am-1pm.
Flower Shares
Sign up for 10 weeks of gorgeous flowers! Members will receive a weekly bouquet that will include flowers such as zinnias, sunflowers, and snapdragons from June 22nd to August 24th. Bouquets will vary throughout the weeks as flower varieties come into season.
- Full Share: $100/person
Flower shares can be picked up Tuesdays at the Farm from 4:00-6:30 pm and Fridays & Saturdays at the Fulton Street Farmers Market from 8am-1pm.
Want a physical sign-up form instead? Download the form here to print or pick one up from our visitor services desk.
For questions and more farm information, please contact us using the form below or reach out to our Farm Manager at liz@blandfordnaturecenter.org or 616-735-6240 ext. 125.