Frequently Asked Questions

Is everything organic?

Yes everything is organic! We buy from a specifically organic company. We have thought about getting a few local non-organics when they are in season, but will be sure to survey the group first.

What types of fruit and veggies do you get every week?

We usually get 3-5 varieties of fruits and 4-5 varieties of veggies. We always get one cooking green and one salad green as part of the veggies. Everything else is dependent on pricing and availability.
Click here for a detailed week-by-week listing

Our Naples Greenola site (Pine Ridge and Goodlette) also keeps a detailed weekly photo blog of the items they get. Feel free to check it out at Naples Greenola. Their selections are similar but not identical to all the other locations each week.

Where does it come from?

The produce comes from a variety of places. Unfortunately when we order from Albert's Organics we don't know where it comes from. Yes, sometimes it is California. BUT, during the local Floridian growing season we strive to get a good amount of produce from local growers including, a local farm called Inyoni Farms, Down to Earth farms in Fort Myers and a handful of other family run farmettes.

What is the cost of the weekly order?

$25 for a large share of organic produce OR $15 for small share of organic produce (Veteran's Memorial Elementary location only offers only a $25 share)

Do I have to pay a membership fee?

Yes, but it just a small $10 fee to help keep our website up and running. Because we are a co-op we split our expenses amongst everyone so this is our way of covering the cost of having a website, hosting it and using a website designer.

How much does it cost to join?

Once you have paid our membership fee of $10 to Green Village Organics (via paypal or CC through paypal) You will be asked to set up a time to pay your initial fee. This fee is paid to your local site coordinator and the cost covers the first two weeks of produce as well as your reuseable bag purchase or bin rental fee. For $25 bag members your initial payment will be $60. $15 bag members will pay $35 for their initial payment.

Do I get to choose what I get?

Due to the nature of our 'buying club' type of co-op, we buy in bulk to keep costs down. Each person receiveds nearly the same variety of produce in their bag as every other member. We order based on the total amount of money we have available after each member pays for the week. We are sure to use the current seasonal items, utilize local farmers, and sales to get the most food for our dollar.

How do I get started?

Getting started....We just need your full contact information, membership fee and your initial payment by the Friday preceeding your first pick up. We ask that your membership fee be paid via paypal (with an account or with a CC) right after filling out your join form. After this fee is collected, your site coordinator will set a time with you to pay your initial payment via check, cash or paypal. Every week after this first one, payments of $25 or $15 are expected on pick up day (unless you choose to pay monthly).

Do you have a more places to learn more about the co-op (or pass along to friends)?

Yes! Feel free to pass this website on to anyone you may think it interested. You can check out pictures on our co-op's Flickr album and you are invited to add pictures to our group pool as well((I'll send you and invitation if you're interested)!! We also have a facebook page that where we can post questions, additional recipes and extra info. "Like" us here.

Can I order extra?

Yes, if you have a large family we would suggest getting two bags. Any other extra orders would have to be for an entire case of something. OR...let us know and we might be able to work it out for you to split a case with another member. Ordering cases of organic produce is a great way to jump start any canning or preserving project.

Do you send a list to everyone in advance so they know what they are getting?

We do send one out as a courtesy the day before pick up day. We receive our price list just the day before delivery to ensure the freshest produce so as soon as we get our order confirmation we draft a list for all members that are getting a bag/bin that week.

Can I cancel certain weeks?

YES, if you'll be out of town, on vacation or such we are happy to give you a week off. We do ask that you pay for your returning week though so it make it easier for everyone on your return. You can get right back into the swing of things with no extra trips to drop off money...or bags.

How do I make the payments?

Check, cash or paypal (our paypal account is greenvillageorganics@gmail.com. Please add $1 for each week to help cover the processing fees from paypal). We highly recommend that everyone pays for the following week's produce on pickup day. That way we know how many to expect for the next week right away and it cuts down on confusion and last minute changes. IF that's not possible we do accept payments until Friday of the week prior. We are happy to accept monthly payments as well!

I don't live in Naples. Where can I find my local co-op?

If you outside of our local SW Florida area, check out LocalHarvest.org or greenpeople.com for more info...or just google your city name with organic co-op.