The study seeks to analyse the formation of CSA partnerships in Romania. Based on the cases
of three Romanian CSA groups, we are particularly interested in factors that hinder or facilitate
participation in a CSA. Issues of particular interest are trust and solidarity as important drivers
and successfactors of CSA, but also communication and networking, which seem important
elements for a relatively new rural innovation. We ask for the cost and benefits for both sides, the
consumers and farmers and discuss the sustainability of the CSA initiative from the perspective of
solidarity economy.