Orange County farms and markets remain open for essential grocery items and produce

The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way many of us live and do business. The aggressive virus’s effects on local businesses has been severe, especially for our local farmers.

Still, many remain open for groceries, produce, and other essential items. By shopping local, your support ensures businesses remain open and can continue serving their communities long after this virus has left.

“The coronavirus has had devastating effects on our residents and businesses, which is why it’s more important than ever to support our local farmers,” said Orange County Tourism Director Amanda Dana. “Many of us visit these local farms for a memorable pumpkin or apple picking experience or to find the perfect Christmas tree, but I encourage you to view the full list of offerings at your local farms and support them to the extent that you can.”

Some farms and markets open for groceries and produce include:

Soons Orchards, 23 Soons Circle, New Hampton

Soons Orchards Farm Market has always been chock full of homegrown fruits and vegetables, delicious pies, and lots of special goodies. The store remains open daily from 9 a.m. through 6 p.m. Additionally, Soons is offering curbside pick-up at both the market and Orchard Hill Cider Mill Tasting Room. The Tasting Room hours are Friday through Sunday, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. soonsorchards.com

Pierson’s Farm, 1448 Route 211 West, Middletown

Known for its grass-fed beef and pastured chicken and eggs, Pierson's Farm also offers produce, local honey, syrup, jams, and dairy products. piersonsfarm.com

Pennings Farm Market, 161 State Route 94 South, Warwick

For more than 30 years, Pennings Farm Market has been a steadfast retailer of locally grown produce. Today, they continue to offer fruits and vegetables, meat, honey, eggs, jams, coffee, tea, baked goods, and more for pick-up. The Market also carries beer, cider, and wine. Orders can be made between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. and be picked-up between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. penningsfarmmarket.com

Pennings Orchard, 169 State Route 94 South, Warwick

An U-Pick orchard favorited by many in the Hudson Valley, Pennings is still offering mulch, vegetable and herb plants, flowers, and soil. penningsorchard.com

Jones Farm & Country Store, 190 Angola Road, Cornwall

While the farm store is temporarily closed to the public, Jones Farm is offering a to-go menu that includes bakery, cafe, and grocery items. Stock up on everything from meat and pasta to coffee and cake. jonesfarminc.com

Freedom Hill Farm, 115 Grange Road, Otisville

Freedom Hill Farms carries products from many of the area’s local farms and small businesses. Here you can find free range eggs; locally-sourced beef, pork, chicken, and sausages; maple syrup, bread and granola; organic herbs and seasonings; peanut butter; and more. freedomhillfarm.net

Hoeffner Farms, 405 Goodwill Road, Montgomery

This family-owned and operated farm has been serving the community with a variety of plants, herbs and farm fresh vegetables since 1917. Updated once a week, Hoeffner Farms shares its in-stock items on Facebook including eggs, farm-raised chicken and pork, milk, cheese, honey, jams, herbs, flowers, fruit, and more. facebook.com/Hoeffner-Farms-108179472550069

For a full list of Orange County farms and markets currently open for groceries and produce, please visit orangetourism.org/carry-out-restaurants.