It’s mid-April already and we have been busy planting in our greenhouses and high tunnels since January, but did you know that we have also been busy in our fields? We started planting crops including peas, corn, and onions, as soon as the ground warmed up at the beginning of April. You can celebrate Earth… Read More »

Alstede Farms is proud to be able to give back to our community in a variety of ways including donation of fresh, homegrown produce throughout the year. Alstede Farms contributes to various organizations that help feed people, and provide food security,  ultimately improving the food landscape for our community.  Our top benefactors include; Interfaith Food… Read More »

Spring in your Step Springtime festival is taking place on our farm. It’s a wonderful time for families to get outdoors and enjoy some time together after a long winter spent indoors. What can you expect when you visit our farm for the first time? This festival features inclusive admission to the springtime activities which… Read More »

Our favorite time of year is springtime with all of the blossoms, baby animals, and the endless possibilities of a new season. This also marks the beginning of our springtime & Easter activities on the farm, a time of renewal after a long winter’s rest. We look forward to longer daylight, warmer days, and the… Read More »

It’s time to celebrate Community Supported Agriculture during CSA week taking place February 19th – 25th this year. CSA week is a chance to learn more about enjoying a healthier lifestyle and connecting with your local farm in your community. In this article we will highlight the many benefits of CSA and how you can… Read More »

Have you explored our farm stand in Jefferson Township yet? Alstede Fresh at Lindeken Farms is located nearby at 54 State Route 15, Wharton by GPS coordinates and mailing address. Alstede Fresh at Lindeken Farms is the newest of our retail locations opened in April of 2023 providing convenient and year-round access to fresh, locally… Read More »

Bringing Back the Home-Cooked Meal Every good home-cooked meal starts with a well-stocked pantry. This does not mean you need to go out and purchase excess gourmet items you will not use. The well-stocked pantry contains essential items that you should have on hand at all times that form the building blocks of delicious homemade… Read More »

As we wind down the year, it’s a great time to reflect on the previous one. Looking back on 2023 we are grateful for many things including growing healthy food and feeding people while providing opportunities for families to experience visiting a real working farm and learn how food is grown. We are most grateful… Read More »

Christmas is one of our favorite holidays of the year. There is just something special about the peacefulness on the farm this time of year along with the slower pace. We look forward to spending more precious time with family and friends and cooking meals at home. We are entering into this holiday season with… Read More »

December welcomes many holidays around the world. Holidays are a beautiful time of the year, focused on gathering with family and friends and sharing foods and traditions. The beautiful commonality of all these unique holidays is the union of sharing foods around a table while honoring history and heritage.  We take great pleasure in being… Read More »

You Knead To Eat. There is something about being outside in the fresh air on a farm that brings out the hunger in people. Maybe it’s the fun pick-your-own activities, the fresh vegetables and fruits in their natural habitat, or spending time outdoors in the beautiful scenery that stimulates appetites like no other. Folks are… Read More »

Fall is an exciting time to visit our farm when leaves start to turn and the warmer days turn into cooler nights. We are truly a farm for all seasons and you can come back and make a fresh discovery every time you visit.  You can expect to find our late summer harvest during the… Read More »