Lyson (2004, 2005) argues that
civic agriculture embeds agricultural and food production in the community; it involves ‘communitybased agriculture and food production activities that
create jobs, encourage entrepreneurship and strengthen
community identity’ (2005, p. 96). While he often refers
most directly to networks of producers, he argues CSAs
are visible forms of such enterprises, helping to create
active food citizens. Further, he points out that no
matter the form, these enterprises are examples of
‘local problem-solving activities organised around
agriculture and food’ (p. 98)