New Roots Cooperative Farm

03/04/2026

2026 CSA Sign-Up Is Now Open!
Fresh, local vegetables grown right here in Maine are coming your way! New Roots Cooperative Farm is excited to open registration for our 2026 Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. When you join our CSA, you receive a weekly share of fresh, seasonal vegetables grown with care by our cooperative farmers in Lewiston.
Our farm is committed to producing healthy, chemical-free food while caring for the land, and every CSA share helps support refugee farmers who are building new lives while strengthening Maine’s local food system.
CSA Season Options:
Choose the option that works best for you:
• Full Season: July – October (16 weeks)
• Summer Half Season: July – August (8 weeks)
• Fall Half Season: September – October (8 weeks)
Share Sizes:
• Family Share: 1–4 people
• Small Share: 1–2 people
Convenient Pick-Up Locations:
Bath, Cumberland, Damariscotta, Kennebunk, Lewiston, and South Portland Farmers’ Markets, plus the Portland Food Co-op.
Each week you’ll enjoy a variety of fresh vegetables harvested directly from our fields—items may include greens, root vegetables, herbs, and other seasonal produce grown right here in Maine.
Limited shares are available, and registration may close once we reach capacity.
Learn more and sign up today:
https://newrootscooperativefarm.com/our-csa/
Questions? Email: [email protected]
Fresh Food. Local Farms. Strong Communities.

08/17/2025

⸻

“A huge thank you to Sarah, our Bates College intern, for bringing so much energy, heart, and dedication to New Roots this summer 🌱💚 We’ll miss you and wish you all the best as you head back to Bates!”

07/29/2025

🥕 New Roots Cooperative Farm is !

Despite federal funding cuts, our immigrant and refugee farmers are still growing culturally important, chemical-free produce to nourish Maine’s communities.

We’re proud to collaborate with to expand food access for low-income families — and YOU can support that mission every week!

🛒 Visit us at the Tuesday Farmers Market!
📍 Kennedy Park, Lewiston
🕑 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🍅 Fresh, local, and meaningful — come shop directly from the farmers!

🌱 Learn more and support our work at farm2neighbormaine.org

07/22/2025

🌿🏆 Proud Moment for New Roots! 🏆🌿
We’re honored to receive the “Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Award” from the Maine WIC and Farmers Market Nutrition Program for being the #1 redeemer in Lincoln County for the 2024 growing season! 🥕🍅🥬

This recognition celebrates our commitment to providing fresh, culturally appropriate produce to Maine WIC families and building a healthier, more resilient community. 💚

Thank you to everyone who supports local farms and food justice!

06/21/2025

Seynab Ali is at the Kennebunk Farmers Market today! We are also attending the Cumberland Farmers Market and the Bath Farmers Market today. Every weekend, we participate in various farmers markets. For more information, please visit our website.

05/29/2025

📢 CSA SIGN-UP EXTENDED!
You now have until June 15 to join the New Roots CSA and receive fresh, chemical-free vegetables grown by Somali Bantu farmers in Lewiston.

🧺 Choose from:
✅ Small or Family Shares
✅ 8 or 16 weeks of produce
✅ Pick-up in Lewiston, Portland, Bath & more
✅ SNAP/EBT accepted (50% off!)

🌱 Sign up now: https://csa.farmigo.com/join/newrootscooperativefarm

⚠️ Our Farm Party was cancelled due to weather — but stay tuned for an End-of-Year Celebration this fall. We can’t wait to gather with you!

05/23/2025

📣 IMPORTANT UPDATE!

Our Opening Day Celebration at New Roots Cooperative Farm has been rescheduled!
🌾 New Date: Saturday, May 31
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 954 College Rd, Lewiston, ME

Join us for:
🌿 Farm tours
🍪 Refreshments
👩‍🌾 Meet the farmers
🎨 Family-friendly fun

📌 RSVP by May 24: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAwoNicnFA2S1ACunLaWKFZ4zaXH7osxHrMmginBo6CTB5KQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=103345467050315203710

🚨 CSA sign-up ends June 1!
Don’t miss your chance to get 8 or 16 weeks of fresh, chemical-free veggies from our Somali Bantu-led cooperative.

🧺 Sign up for your CSA today: https://newrootscooperativefarm.com/our-csa/

05/07/2025

Let’s Grow Together – Your May 2025 Newsletter from New Roots 🌱 -

As we enter a new season at New Roots Cooperative Farm, we are filled with gratitude for your continued support. Though this year brings challenges due to the loss of federal funding, our commitment to growing fresh, chemical-free food and serving our community remains strong. Here are three importa...