Frequently Asked Questions

Why Should I Eat Organic Produce?

By paying a little more for organic products, you reward farmers for getting off of the chemical tread-mill. When produce is certified organic, it means that a consumer agency has closely inspected a farmers entire operation, including the soil and the water. What this means to you as a consumer is that your produce is guaranteed free of any chemical fertilizers, pesticides or preservatives.

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For the Environment

Organic production observes time-honored methods of growing and harvesting produce without the use of synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, or chemicals which nurtures our living ecosystem. These natural methods give organic produce its full flavor and nutrient value. In fact, every box of organic saves four boxes of American topsoil.

For Your Health

Many food safety groups believe that eating food over long periods of time that has been treated with pesticides may weaken the immune system, cause neurological problems, and increase the risk of cancer.

Where does the produce come from?

All of our produce is 100% certified organic. We buy the produce from local farms and to offer a greater variety, we also buy from organic wholesalers who supply items that are out of season in California. We guarantee that all of our produce is grown in accordance with the California Organic Food Act and/or Certified by the Organic Crops Improvement Association. We are happy to provide the names of our growers and certification agencies.

What do I recieve?

We deliver $27,$37 and $52 size boxes which contain an assortment of 10-14 different types of seasonal fruit and vegetables depending on the size of the box and the mixture ordered. We have several different mixtures available; the Standard Mix (half fruit and half vegetable), More Fruit, More Vegetable, All Fruit and All Vegetable.

Each week, we shop the produce market for the highest quality fruit and vegetables and compile a mixture to be delivered to your door. For those customers who have food allergies or dislikes, we provide a Customer Choice List where you can customize your order. We will replace the items you don't want with more of what you do want.

You may recieve your box of produce Weekly, Every Other Week, Monthly or whenever you need a box. There is no need to be home to recieve your box, just leave a check taped to the door, or provide us with a credit card, and we will leave the box on your doorstep.

Am I getting good value?

We provide the freshest, least handled, largest selection of produce in the Sacramento valley. Because of our low over-head, we are able to charge less than grocery stores carrying organic produce. Most of the produce you recieve will have arrived at the supplier's the night before. On the day of you delivery, we pick up our produce, box it, and deliver it. Often it has been picked less than 24 hours before arriving at your door.