Comments on: Kootenay Grain CSA 2009

By: Joanne Gailius

Joanne Gailius — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 23:09:26 +0000

It was enlivening and heartening to read these responses to the CSA (as one of the growers). The contaminated seed shouldn’t be used for planting on any of our farms, but could potentially be fed to livestock (which we all have). We have encouraged all the growers to become locally certified with KLAS (Kootenay Local Agricultural Society), a low carbon footprint, sustainable agriculture organization with organic standards. The dwarf bunt was resolved (with one farmer being tested positive, in one of his crops) and his grain was replaced with grain from another farm. It was only an issue if planted anyway, but regulations……well……..they’re challenging. Thanks to all who have participated in helping this project through the growing pains.

By: Adam James

Adam James — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 01:56:05 +0000

We’re still waiting to hear about the testing for the dwarf bunt fungus. Because we’re outside the RDCK, we weren’t able to pick up our grain due to the CFIA quarantine. So a couple of hiccups this year, but we’re still looking forward to getting the grain and lentils.

By: Janice

Janice — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 19:49:12 +0000

I for one appreciate the transparency of the Kootenay Grain CSA even though I am not yet a member. it is reassuring to know that there are some ethical people out there.