Community Supported Fisheries, or CSFs, are a way to buy seafood directly from fishermen and support local fisheries by purchasing seasonal shares. Modeled after CSAs, consumers purchase shares up front and receive a weekly portion of the catch. Consumers benefit from eating the freshest fish and knowing their food dollars are going to local businesses. Fishermen benefit by earning a more fair price for their catch. CSFs create new relationships and direct personal connections, allowing producers and consumers to engage in collaborative and constructive conversations about sustainable fishery practices. Through CSFs, consumers can begin to learn about the complex systems of ocean fisheries, and fishermen can see that consumers are willing to give unusual fish a try if it means healthier oceans. Find CSFs in our area by searching Seacoast Harvest