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Conservation

Conservation

Conservation

Conservation

conservation conserving Water Water is essential to crop growth and to all life; especially here in the Highlands. We use many water conservation techniques to help preserve this vital resource. About half of our acreage features trickle and low-flow irrigation systems, which deliver water only in the exact place and time it’s needed. Monitoring soil… Read More »
conservation conserving Water Water is essential to crop growth and to all life; especially here in the Highlands. We use many water conservation techniques to help preserve this vital resource. About half of our acreage features trickle and low-flow irrigation systems, which deliver water only in the exact place and time it’s needed. Monitoring soil… Read More »

Animal Friends

Animal Friends

Animal Friends

Animal Friends

our friendly farm animals Our friendly horses, goats, sheep, and donkeys are here all year long! We enjoy having animals here at the farm and take heroic efforts to properly care for them.  We want you to have the opportunity to visit with and feed our friendly farm animals too! They love the attention! We… Read More »
our friendly farm animals Our friendly horses, goats, sheep, and donkeys are here all year long! We enjoy having animals here at the farm and take heroic efforts to properly care for them.  We want you to have the opportunity to visit with and feed our friendly farm animals too! They love the attention! We… Read More »

schedule at a glance

schedule at a glance

schedule at a glance

schedule at a glance

schedule at a glance Find us at these NJ Area Farmer’s Markets: Monday: 12PM – 6PM East HanoverLurker Park 631 Ridgedale Ave 6/3/24 - 11/25/24 Monday 1PM – 6PM Springfield66 Mountain Ave 5/20/24 - 10/28/24 Tuesday 10AM - 5PM ElizabethHigh Street at Union Square Plaza, (off Elizabeth Ave.) 6/11/24 - 11/26/24 Tuesday 2PM -7PM Bayonne23rd… Read More »
schedule at a glance Find us at these NJ Area Farmer’s Markets: Monday: 12PM – 6PM East HanoverLurker Park 631 Ridgedale Ave 6/3/24 - 11/25/24 Monday 1PM – 6PM Springfield66 Mountain Ave 5/20/24 - 10/28/24 Tuesday 10AM - 5PM ElizabethHigh Street at Union Square Plaza, (off Elizabeth Ave.) 6/11/24 - 11/26/24 Tuesday 2PM -7PM Bayonne23rd… Read More »

CSA FAQ

CSA FAQ

CSA FAQ

CSA FAQ

questions & answers Freshly Inspired Community Supported Agriculture (csa) what will I get each week?Your freshly inspired box will vary based on which delicacies are ripe and in season. In June, typical boxes will delight you with a variety of salad greens, strawberries, herbs, radishes, asparagus, rhubarb and more. In August, a typical freshly inspired… Read More »
questions & answers Freshly Inspired Community Supported Agriculture (csa) what will I get each week?Your freshly inspired box will vary based on which delicacies are ripe and in season. In June, typical boxes will delight you with a variety of salad greens, strawberries, herbs, radishes, asparagus, rhubarb and more. In August, a typical freshly inspired… Read More »

Cider Glazed Chicken

Cider Glazed Chicken

Cider Glazed Chicken

Cider Glazed Chicken

Many Thanks to CSA member Dawn Ciraulo who sent in this recipe to share with all of us. Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided use 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 3/4 cup apple cider + 1 tablespoon (divided use) 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage 3 apples, cored and thinly sliced salt… Read More »

Many Thanks to CSA member Dawn Ciraulo who sent in this recipe to share with all of us. Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided use 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 3/4 cup apple cider + 1 tablespoon (divided use) 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage 3 apples, cored and thinly sliced salt… Read More »

Cabbage Recipes

Cabbage Recipes

Cabbage Recipes

Cabbage Recipes

Eat the cruciferous vegetables. They are among the healthiest choices. There has been a considerable amount of research on the cancer-fighting capabilities of these vegetables. They are full of many of the vitamins we need every day and they are loaded with antioxidants.  That of course is great, even better, these vegetables are some of… Read More »

Eat the cruciferous vegetables. They are among the healthiest choices. There has been a considerable amount of research on the cancer-fighting capabilities of these vegetables. They are full of many of the vitamins we need every day and they are loaded with antioxidants.  That of course is great, even better, these vegetables are some of… Read More »

Summer Pick your Own Tours

Summer Pick your Own Tours

Summer Pick your Own Tours

Summer Pick your Own Tours

summer pick your own tours summer pick your own farm tours Share the bounty of our farm with us! It all starts with a scenic Hayride to our fields and orchards where every child and adult will meet Farmer Sam and learn about the crops and how to pick the ripest and juiciest fruit. Following… Read More »
summer pick your own tours summer pick your own farm tours Share the bounty of our farm with us! It all starts with a scenic Hayride to our fields and orchards where every child and adult will meet Farmer Sam and learn about the crops and how to pick the ripest and juiciest fruit. Following… Read More »

Spring Holiday Farm Tours

Spring Holiday Farm Tours

Spring Holiday Farm Tours

Spring Holiday Farm Tours

spring holiday farm tours pot-a-plant greenhouse tour available any time of year! The Pot-a-Plant Tour is a lot of fun and very educational for all ages! The scenic hay wagon ride takes everyone to the greenhouses to learn the importance of greenhouses and why we use them. Since we are a working farm, you will… Read More »
spring holiday farm tours pot-a-plant greenhouse tour available any time of year! The Pot-a-Plant Tour is a lot of fun and very educational for all ages! The scenic hay wagon ride takes everyone to the greenhouses to learn the importance of greenhouses and why we use them. Since we are a working farm, you will… Read More »

Photography & Film Location

Photography & Film Location

Photography & Film Location

Photography & Film Location

photography & film location Looking for a fantastic location for your film, photo shoot or commercial? There are many fantastic location possibilities available here at Alstede Farms. Alstede Farms’ is available for: Films Commercials TV Shows Props for films (including real farmers!) Phone Number: (908) 528-8823 Film Location Located in Morris County, a beautiful region of… Read More »
photography & film location Looking for a fantastic location for your film, photo shoot or commercial? There are many fantastic location possibilities available here at Alstede Farms. Alstede Farms’ is available for: Films Commercials TV Shows Props for films (including real farmers!) Phone Number: (908) 528-8823 Film Location Located in Morris County, a beautiful region of… Read More »

Tents in the orchards

Tents in the orchards

Tents in the orchards

Tents in the orchards

tents in the orchards Share the bounty of our farm with us! It all starts with a scenic Hayride to our fields and orchards where every child and adult will meet Farmer Sam and learn about the crops and how to pick the ripest and juiciest fruit. Following that, everyone will pick their own fruit… Read More »
tents in the orchards Share the bounty of our farm with us! It all starts with a scenic Hayride to our fields and orchards where every child and adult will meet Farmer Sam and learn about the crops and how to pick the ripest and juiciest fruit. Following that, everyone will pick their own fruit… Read More »

Farmers Markets

Farmers Markets

Farmers Markets

Farmers Markets

Alstede farms brings their fresh produce right to you! Alstede Farmer’s Markets There are daily discoveries near you! It all starts in May. The freshest fruits and vegetables are picked every morning and lovingly delivered to your neighborhood farmers markets located throughout New Jersey and New York. All of our produce is grown using a… Read More »
Alstede farms brings their fresh produce right to you! Alstede Farmer’s Markets There are daily discoveries near you! It all starts in May. The freshest fruits and vegetables are picked every morning and lovingly delivered to your neighborhood farmers markets located throughout New Jersey and New York. All of our produce is grown using a… Read More »

Pick Your Own Harvest Schedule

Pick Your Own Harvest Schedule

Pick Your Own Harvest Schedule

Pick Your Own Harvest Schedule

annual harvest schedule for pick your own This is a general harvest schedule and is only an estimate of availability. Weather conditions may affect the schedule. Please visit our "what can I pick today" page for current availability. Strawberries late May - June Peas - Shelling, Sugar Snap, Snow late May - June Spring Vegetables -… Read More »
annual harvest schedule for pick your own This is a general harvest schedule and is only an estimate of availability. Weather conditions may affect the schedule. Please visit our "what can I pick today" page for current availability. Strawberries late May - June Peas - Shelling, Sugar Snap, Snow late May - June Spring Vegetables -… Read More »