About the Farm Direct Co-op

Farm Direct Coop is a cooperative of more than 700 members who receive fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, bread and/or local cheese during the summer and fall season. A staff of 11 part-time individuals, a volunteer board and volunteer members support the coop's mission and operations, at depots in Salem, Marblehead and Melrose. Members may choose either Tuesday or Thursday pick up.

*in 2004 from sixteen farms.

*in 2005 from 18 farms and 5 cheesemakers.

* in 2006 from 20 farms and 8 cheesemakers

* in 2007 from 21 farms and 9 cheesemakers

* in 2008 from 23 farms and 8 cheesemakers

* in 2009 from 25 farms and 10 cheesemakers

Here is a spreadsheet showing the amounts and varieties of produce/fruit/cheese and herbs for 2008: