Goranson Farm is a second-generation, widely diversified vegetable farm. We farm in Dresden, Maine, along the Kennebec and Eastern River peninsula, a short 15-minute ride from Wiscasset, Gardiner or Bath.

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GORANSON FARM CSA PROGRAM
For 19 years the farm has offered a unique, mutually beneficial arrangement between farmer and community called Community Supported Agriculture (CSA).  In exchange for financial support in the spring from "shareholders," we commit to providing healthy, locally-grown food though the growing season.  

Traditional CSA programs include regular pick-up of a box of produce and often feature whatever the farm has in abundance.  Goranson Farm has a very unique CSA model that affords you the flexibility to pick out what you want and how much you want, when and where it's convenient for you.

When you purchase a farm share at the beginning of the season, you are essentially establishing a debit account with the farm -- you choose how to use it up until it's gone!

Receive the freshest vegetables, seedling starts, flowers, our own sweet maple syrup, and our farm-raised meats.

For 16 successful years we have offered a separate Winter Share Option.   From November through March, winter storage vegetables (potatoes, beets, carrots, leeks, garlic, onions, parsnips, celeriac, herbs, squash, cabbage, rutabagas and turnips) and fall greens are packed for pick-up once a month, either at the farm or at a location in Boothbay.  We feature different potato and squash varieties each month.  Also included each month are recipes, storage tips, and a letter of farm activity.

More information about our CSA program is given with the sign-up form. To learn more about CSA and other farming practices, see our resource page.

OUR FARM STAND

Select from a variety of fresh, in-season organic produce, berries and other fruit, fresh and dried flower bouquets and other herbs. While at the farmstand you can also include locally-produced products as part of your share.  These products include cheeses, honey, baked goods, fresh eggs, dried beans, preserves, and our farm-raided chickens and pigs.  Look for cuts of locally-produced beef and pork, and chicken pies in our freezer.  Pick-your-own organic strawberries are available in June. 

Our farmstand in Dresden is open seven days a week from mid-May through October, and weekend days in November.

Gift Certificates                                     Good for any of our fresh produce or other products we sell at our stand or farmers markets.  Available at the farm stand in any amount you choose, from May through October.  The perfect gift for those who share your love of fresh veggies!

FUN FARM EVENTS!                                     On the last weekend in March each year, don't miss the Pancake Breakfast on Saturday and Maine Maple Sunday!  In July, you'll want to visit during Open Farm Day. Shareholder families and friends are encouraged to visit the farm anytime.

FARMERS MARKETS
During the farmers market season, your CSA share can be used to pick up produce and other products we bring for sale from the farm. We attend markets in Damariscotta, Boothbay, and Bath. The Damariscotta and Bath Markets extend from mid-May through October. The Boothbay market season extends from mid-June through early September.

• Bath
  Waterfront - Saturdays, 8:30 to 12:00, May through late October. 

• Damariscotta
  Damariscotta River Association Farm

  • Fridays, 9:00 to noon, mid-May through the end of October.

• Boothbay
  Town common, Route 27
  Thursdays, 9:00 to 12:00, mid-May through the week before Columbus Day in October.

For a complete directory of Maine Farmers Markets, see the Maine Dept. of Agriculture Web site (http://www.getrealmaine.com/buy/farmers_markets.html).

MAINE SENIOR FARM SHARE PROGRAM
This program makes $50 available to qualifying seniors to spend on our farm products or those of other participating farms. The money can be spent on fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs.  

If you know of a senior (age 60 or older) who might like to take advantage of this program, or wish to determine your own eligibility, call the Dept. of Elder Services at 1-877-353- 3771. For more information, visit the agency's Web site at http://www.mainefoodandfarms.com/farmshare.

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Goranson Farm, 250 River Road (Rte. 128), Dresden, ME 207-737-8834

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