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What is the Argus Weekly Produce Box?
Simply, it’s a collection of 6-9 produce items hand-selected by our committed staff, along with detailed information all about the contents of that week’s box. Every single week, you'll be introduced to the latest seasonal produce our farmers have to offer, and you'll come to know the growers as well. It’s a convenient way to quickly integrate local food into your busy life. And it does not get fresher than this - most farms deliver on Wednesdays for packing so your produce is utra-fresh!
Subscription - based:
When you sign up, you will receive a box every week (or every other week is an option, if you need fewer veggies.) So easy! You can easily “pause” your subscription when you don’t need a box, by emailing us ([email protected]) with the dates you will not want one. You are billed every week, rather than an up-front amount. Each week you receive an e-mail with the contents of your box, a recipe, and farmer information, so you can plan your meals and your shopping!
Where does the food come from?
Since 2014, Argus staff have been building close relationships with amazing small farms in Michigan. We keep things hyper-local—the majority of our partners are based in Washtenaw county. We are proud to work with growers who prioritize sustainable growing practices. We have over 50 produce suppliers to choose from, and we focus on getting items in your box that are really Michigan seasonal - like asparagus in the spring, summer berries, and paw paws in the fall! In the winter we are able to use the bounty of Michigan storage crops in addition to freshly grown greens to keep the box full and lovely. Eating seasonally is the name of the game here - and understanding that mid-winter we have different things than mid-summer!
How do I pick up?
Pickups are available at 6 locations starting Thursday. Please note that the pickup times differ between the locations.
1226 Packard Rd. every Thursday or Friday from 9am-8pm
325 West Liberty every Thursday from 9am-8pm
Biomedical Science Research Building (BSRB) every Thursday from 9am-4pm
Maize and Blue Cupboard at 420 S. State St. every Thursday or Friday from 3pm-7pm
North Campus Research Complex (NCRC) every Thursday from 10am-4pm
Cahoots Café at 206 E. Huron St every Thursday from 9am-2pm
Can I get delivery?
Yes! We offer delivery Thursday, Friday, or Saturday (depending on your zip code) to Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti for $5.
At pickup, we recommend emptying your produce box into your own tote bags. This helps us reduce our impact on the environment and reuse boxes as many times as possible. You can also take boxes home and return them the following week. For delivery customers, please leave your empty box for our driver to pick up at their next delivery.
What if I can’t pick up that week?
You will be able to skip your upcoming subscription from our website (and will receive an email when you are able to edit that next upcoming order). If you would like to skip multiple weeks or some date in the future simply fill out this form here and we will take it from there. You won’t get billed that week and we won’t pack the box.
Note- we bill on Monday for your box on Thursday, so email us before Monday to skip the upcoming week.
How do I subscribe?
Click the button at the top of this page to sign up. Each week is $30.
Can I get bread.. or other add-ons with my box?
Yes, if you are picking up at Packard or receiving delivery. (The boxes are curated at the Packard location, which is also our online ordering location!) we would love to pack your groceries for you as well! If you would like to order ahead of time so that additional groceries are ready for pick up or delivery with your Weekly Produce Box, please be sure to select the PACKARD LOCATION when subscribing, and then view our catalog for additional groceries here. (These two shopping options are supported by different websites, so you will need to register or submit payment at each separately).
Can I use EBT?
YES! E-mail [email protected] to set it up! We have special grant programs to make your box very affordable! Food access is really important to us.
Is the Thanksgiving box included in my subscription?
No, please order separately from the menu above! It’s not included because so many people go away for Thanksgiving, or want more than one box because they are hosting the holiday!