by Jennifer Chenoweth
I'm lucky to say that Katie Kraemer Pitre of Tecolote Farm is a friend of mine. I've learned much about hard working integrity and community relationships in how she and David Pitre run their organic farming business. She was featured in the Austin American-Statesman on April 11 in an article about farm CSA subscriptions. My family frequents the Downtown Farmer's Market, which is run by the Sustainable Food Center, a Generous Art nonprofit.
I love the transparency and immediacy of buying healthy food from a farmer. Their business is so tangible that I love to talk shop with her.
The way a farm supports its costs are CSA subscriptions, which are weekly food subscriptions that are paid for by the customers at the beginning of the season. What farmers earn at the Farmer's Market buys shoes for the kids. Whether I subscribe or buy from the market, both are great ways to support the farm. When I understand the business model, I see how I fit in as a buyer and can feel better about where my money goes.
Even though a booth in the park might not be as fancy as an art gallery, we are pleased to announce that we are hosting a sale of Generous Art to support the Sustainable Food Center at the Downtown Farmer's Market on Saturday, May 5th from 9am - 1pm. The event benefits the Sustainable Food Center. Several artists work will be shown on easels, with a special edition of drawings from Melanie Hickerson.
