The Green Urban Lunch Box CSA UTAH (2023 Update)

Pickups

LocationCityDay of WeekNotes
Sugarhouse HubSalt Lake CityTuesday4 – 6 pm
Granary District HubSalt Lake CityThursday4 – 8 pm
Midvale HubMidvaleThursday4 – 8 pm

Shares

SizePricePrice/WeekTypeDescriptionLengthWork Req.Notes
Canner’s Share$330$27.50Weekly22 weeks of seasonal produce and pantry staplesMay to OctoberNone
Farmer’s Share$465$40.42Weekly22 weeks of seasonal produceMay to OctoberNone
Saver’s Share$225$19.58Weekly11 weeks of seasonal produceMay to OctoberNone

Please note that the pickup locations and times may change depending on the season. For more information, please visit The Green Urban Lunch Box website.

Here is a more detailed explanation of each of the share types:

  • Canner’s Share: This share includes a variety of fresh, seasonal produce, as well as pantry staples such as grains, beans, and canned tomatoes. The produce varies depending on the season, but it typically includes tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, squash, beans, carrots, beets, greens, and herbs. The pantry staples are chosen based on what is in season and what is available from local suppliers.
  • Farmer’s Share: This share includes a variety of fresh, seasonal produce. The produce varies depending on the season, but it typically includes tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, squash, beans, carrots, beets, greens, and herbs.
  • Saver’s Share: This share is a smaller version of the Canner’s Share. It includes a smaller variety of produce and pantry staples, and it is available for a lower price.

The Green Urban Lunch Box is a great way to get fresh, seasonal produce from a local farm. The farm is committed to sustainable farming practices, and the produce is always fresh and delicious.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Name: The Green Urban Lunch Box
Website: https://thegreenurbanlunchbox.com/
Phone: (801) 318-1745
Address: 249 N 600 W, Salt Lake City UT, 84103
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Facebook: thegreenurbanlunchbox

GROWING METHODS

The Green Urban Lunch Box uses a variety of growing methods to produce its fresh, seasonal produce. These methods include:

  • Conventional farming: This is the most common method of farming, and it involves using chemicals and fertilizers to grow crops.
  • Organic farming: This type of farming does not use chemicals or fertilizers, and it relies on natural methods to promote plant growth.
  • Hydroponics: This method of farming grows plants in water without soil.
  • Aquaponics: This method of farming combines aquaculture (the raising of fish) with hydroponics.
  • Vertical farming: This method of farming grows crops in layers that are stacked vertically.

The Green Urban Lunch Box uses a combination of these methods to produce its produce. The specific methods used vary depending on the crop being grown and the time of year.

Here is a more detailed explanation of each of the growing methods used by The Green Urban Lunch Box:

  • Conventional farming: Conventional farming is the most common method of farming in the United States. It uses chemicals and fertilizers to grow crops. These chemicals can help to improve crop yields and protect plants from pests and diseases. However, they can also pollute the environment and harm human health.
  • Organic farming: Organic farming is a type of farming that does not use chemicals or fertilizers. Instead, it relies on natural methods to promote plant growth, such as crop rotation, cover cropping, and composting. Organic farming is a more sustainable way to farm, and it produces produce that is free of chemicals.
  • Hydroponics: Hydroponics is a method of farming that grows plants in water without soil. Plants are grown in a nutrient-rich solution that is circulated through the roots. Hydroponics can be a more efficient way to grow crops than traditional farming, as it requires less water and land.
  • Aquaponics: Aquaponics is a method of farming that combines aquaculture (the raising of fish) with hydroponics. Fish waste is used to fertilize the plants, and the plants filter the water for the fish. Aquaponics is a sustainable way to farm, as it produces both food and fish.
  • Vertical farming: Vertical farming is a method of farming that grows crops in layers that are stacked vertically. This method can be used to grow crops in urban areas, where land is limited. Vertical farming can be a more efficient way to grow crops than traditional farming, as it requires less land and water.

The Green Urban Lunch Box uses a combination of these methods to produce its produce. The specific methods used vary depending on the crop being grown and the time of year. For example, The Green Urban Lunch Box uses conventional farming to grow tomatoes, because tomatoes are a heavy feeder and require a lot of nutrients. The Green Urban Lunch Box uses organic farming to grow leafy greens, because leafy greens are more sensitive to chemicals. And The Green Urban Lunch Box uses hydroponics to grow herbs, because herbs can be grown in a small space and require less water.

The Green Urban Lunch Box is committed to using sustainable growing methods that produce healthy, delicious food. The farm’s growing methods are designed to reduce the environmental impact of farming and to promote the health of the soil and the plants.

In addition to the growing methods described above, The Green Urban Lunch Box also practices the following sustainable farming methods:

  • Crop rotation: Crop rotation is a method of planting different crops in the same field in different years. This helps to prevent the build-up of pests and diseases, and it also helps to improve the health of the soil.
  • Cover cropping: Cover cropping is a method of planting cover crops in the off-season. Cover crops are plants that are grown to improve the health of the soil. They help to prevent erosion, add nutrients to the soil, and attract beneficial insects.
  • Composting: Composting is the process of breaking down organic matter into a nutrient-rich soil amendment. Compost can be used to improve the health of the soil and to reduce the need for chemical fertilizers.

The Green Urban Lunch Box is committed to sustainable farming practices that benefit the environment and the community. By using these methods, The Green Urban Lunch Box is able to produce healthy, delicious food that is also good for the planet.

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