How to Get Farm-Fresh Food
Farm Stands
Most farms run their own farm stand on their property, where you can purchase their products directly. Some have posted hours, while others are open dawn to dusk and operate on the honor system. Pro-tip: bring small bills if you intend to pay in cash. Because getting change can be tricky at a self-serve stand! Visit farm stands like Lull Farm in Hollis, which offers a market-like experience with produce, meats, cheeses, and homemade soups, or Barker’s Farm in Stratham for fresh vegetables and cut flowers. Check our farm directory for locations and hours near you.
Farmers’ Markets
Farmers’ markets are held almost daily throughout the state, with some winter markets open through April. They provide the opportunity to purchase directly from multiple farmers at once. To learn more, download a copy of the New Hampshire Department of Agriculture, Markets, and Food’s 2025 guide to farmers markets here. (Note: we haven’t vetted this information).
Pick-Your-Own (PYO)
Experience the joy of harvesting your own food at farms like Alyson’s Orchard in Walpole, offering apples, peaches, and berries, or Longview Farm in Plymouth for strawberries and vegetables. PYO seasons generally run from mid-June (strawberries) to October (apples, pumpkins). Call ahead or check a farm’s Facebook page for up-to-the-minute crop availability and hours.
Community Supported Agriculture (CSAs)
Join a CSA like Alprilla Farm in Warner or Meadowstone Farm in Bethlehem for customizable weekly deliveries of vegetables, meats, and local products. CSAs support farmers by making it easier for them to budget for the season. And they ensure fresh, seasonal food for you! For a list of dozens of New Hampshire farms offering CSA, use the product filter on our farm directory page.
Online and Delivery Options
Farms like Brookford Farm in Canterbury offer online ordering with local delivery in southern New Hampshire, a bit of Vermont, and eastern Massachusetts. Their offerings include organic vegetables, grass-fed meats, and dairy. Local Foods Plymouth provides weekly curbside pickup of produce, meats, and baked goods from farms within 30 miles of Plymouth.
Farm-to-Table Experiences
Enjoy multi-course farm dinners at White Gates Farm in Tamworth, showcasing organic produce and meats, or visit farms hosting fall festivals with wagon rides, caramel apples, and family activities. Coming soon: our Events Calendar that will make it easy to find out about upcoming farm events!