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Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Options Near Blacksburg
| Farm | Location | Distance from Blacksburg |
|---|---|---|
| Den Hill Permaculture | Christiansburg | ~5 miles |
| Floyd Ecovillage | Floyd | ~30 miles |
| Glade Road Growing | Blacksburg | ~0 miles |
| LEAP - Local Environmental Agriculture Project | Roanoke | ~45 miles |
| Riverstone Organic Farm | Floyd | ~35 miles |
| Seven Springs Farm | Check | ~30 miles |
| Leaping Waters Farm | Alleghany Springs | ~20 miles |
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