In the Sun. NYC Market they offer large brown EGGS for 6$ a dozen…read more I have not eaten an egg in 2 yours because of knowledge received of the CRUELTY of industrialized chicken farming ...However this farm offers..... HORMONE FREE ...Antibiotic FREE...Steroid FREE...NGO ... That's good enough for me ..I assume that info is true for their pigs, lambs and cows.. The 'Produce' I can buy elsewhere..if there's a problem Bon cruelty free Appetit..Thanx

Very disappointed with this farm. I was very excited to join both the vegetable and meat CSA this…read morepast season. When you walk into the farm stand area everything is beautiful, what I received in my bag was not. Received a poor variety, poor quantity, and the quality seemed like last weeks unsold product. Constantly Inconsistent.Posted CSA board looked great but was always incorrect., not having time to change last weeks, or out of items. I inquired about yellow watermelon during one of my pickups and was quoted $30.00.(Ridiculous Watermelon) Unfortunately, the few steaks received were un chewable, even after marinading for hours. Never received lamb. Sausage and bacon heavily spiced, Chicken meh...Hard to plan with no weights on packaging. Hopefully, with more experience they'll get better.

About time for a re-review…read more... Oh Averill Farm... How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. - The farm is family run and truly feels like it. The folks who work there are SO nice and helpful and friendly and kind. There are kiddos and farm pups running around, kind signs offering water for those who need it (in stark contrast to a certain corporate orchard we despise, which does not provide drinking water to patrons and does not allow patrons to bring water in, even for dogs). Averill is the kind of simply humane, thoughtful place that brings joy to my heart. - The farm is beautiful. So beautiful. On a coolish autumn morning, it's uncrowded and you can gaze out into the distance to see tractors mowing in distant fields, outlined against a periwinkle sky, rows and rows of neat trees, all impeccably well kept. Adjacent to the farm market, there's a big, wide field with a generous number of picnic tables placed all around, far enough from one another that you can pretend like you have the field all to yourself. - Farm produce and products are pure goodness. Apples and pears are magnificent, of course: juicy, healthy, not doused with pesticides. Cider donuts are freshly fried, well blotted, and not overly sweet. An apple crumb pie, redolent with butter and still warm at purchase, was world class, not overly sweet. Pear and apple cider are the embodiment of clean, adulterated fruit flavor. It's food I feel good about feeding to my kiddos. - The bathroom is a port-a-potty situation, but the one I used was pretty clean. There are four behind the farm store. - Pricing is fair. - Fellow patrons are civilized and respectful, which makes me so happy. Policies are generous, rules are reasonable -- and as a result, patrons don't feel like they have to claw back something from the business to even out the playing field. At some large, commercial places, you see some patrons pull apple after apple off of trees, take one bite, and then throw them down into the grass to rot (so they feel like their insanely high cost of entry is justified, I speculate). Averill owners and Averill patrons are respectful of one another, making for a truly pleasant visit. If you enjoy a bucolic, relaxing and beautiful apple picking (without the gaudy carnivalesque elements offered by some larger establishments), Averill Farm is an absolute must.

Good apple orchard with some delicious apple cider donuts and ciders. The view of the lush orchards…read moreand some cool buys at the farm store made this trip memorable.

ORIGIN: Founded by Woodbury native James Wargo and opened in…read more2020, Hidden Gem Orchard is aptly named. LOCATION: Wargo leases land that is part of the Southbury Training School property, a campus that was once a fully self-sustaining community. I first came upon it on in 2020 on my way to the nearest highway, and was surprised to find activity in an otherwise abandoned-looking area of the vast property -- at height of a pandemic no less! The orchard is located behind some agricultural structures that reflect a more active past, and invite some interesting photo opportunities. CONCEPT: The founder of Hidden Gem Orchard, James Wargo, has expertise in soil management and crop production. Wargo works closely with esteemed Cornell University pomologist, Ian Merwin, PhD, to grow both new and antique varieties of apples. EXPERIENCE: As a result, a visit is like opening a treasure chest of uncommonly seen and tasted apples, such as Esopus Spitzenberg, a favorite of Thomas Jefferson. A visit to the orchard is tranquil, not a spectacle with crowds, music, and lines. The focus is growing and sharing a love for apples, rather than weekend entertainment. Pick your own in the orchard, or pick up at farm stand. TIP: "Imperfect" apples are available at discounted price. Look out for apple pastries prepared by local baker, Horsehill Provisions.

Love this little farm stand!! We were taking a back road route to New Milford and happened upon…read moreHidden Gem Orchard. They had so many varieties of apples - many we had never heard of. They had signs with descriptions of every apple, incliding best uses (eating, baking, etc). We got a ton of different apples to try. We will definitely go back anytime we are in the vicinity, now that we know about it! Check it out if you love apples!

It was a beautiful, albeit brutally hot day for picking! The sun was relentless out in the orchards…read moreand pumpkin patch, but the satisfaction of finding the apples at the top and pumpkins made us almost lol forget the heat. They had Frankie's and a bounce house there that day as well. Always check to see what cool events or music they have going on at the top! They have a playground for the kids I forgot to grab pics of, and have a farm store. Which of course is a bonus as well, we grabbed some pops and treats. If you don't want to have a pre picked pumpkin they do offer hay rides to the field for pick your own there too!

March Farm was founded in 1915. It has evolved since then. Depending on the season, you can pick…read moreyour own fruit. The farm store is lovely, with fresh produce, baked goods, and other goodies. There is a playscape and farm animals. In the fall, there are hayrides and corn mazes. On this visit, a very hot day, (August 12), my family and picked peaches. The orchard was full of juicy peaches. We got the smallest bag for $12. There were plenty of peaches that could fit in that bag. I can't wait to go back during the fall! It's a great farm.

Beautiful setting with fantastic views. Calm, friendly pumpkin patch. This was far and away the…read moremost enjoyable pumpkin-patch visit our family has ever had. A welcome antidote to how hectic and crowded some other places can be. An absolute gem.

This is an absolutely wonderful farm! We love coming here every October to get our pumpkins! The…read morepumpkin patch is real and authentic, and it's tons of fun! They have a huge selection of pumpkins and their prices are better than some other farms. The hayride is free and it takes you around the farm. One of our favorite things is seeing the farm animals. They have 2 pigs, several sheep, a cow, several chickens, and a llama. The sheep are really cute. We've never tried the corn maze, but it looks fun! The staff at this farm are so friendly and welcoming! They are wonderful and that's one of the reasons why we come back every year! This farm is great because there's no unnecessary fees, and no large crowds. It feels very down to earth, friendly, and local. This is a great farm and I highly recommend visiting the farm when they're open in October! 5 stars

Where do I even start?! I can't say enough great things about our experience hosting our sister's…read morebridal shower at Castle Hill Farm. It was perfect in every way! The weeping willows, the beautifully decorated spacious pavillion, the goats spending some time with us, and the hospitality of the Paproski family. Diana, Stephanie, and Dan could not be more accommodating and helpful! The bride-to-be was on cloud nine and loved Diana, who thoughtfully checked in during the shower. A perfect day and venue! Beautiful memories that we will have forever!

Castle Hill Farm is a farm that opened in Newtown, Connecticut in 1927. It was founded by the…read morePaproski Family who have owned it for four generations. Now a retired dairy farm, Castle Hill Farm was once the second largest supplier of dairy products in Fairfield County. In spite of the farm's retired status, the Paproski Family work hard to preserve their 100+ acres through continuing the production of hay and corn fields, growing Christmas trees and seasonal vegetables. In addition to their Farm Stand, Castle Hill Farm also has a petting zoo, hayrides, a Sunflower Stroll, a Corn Maze, a Pick-Your-Own Pumpkin Patch, and other various attractions at different times throughout the year. The farm is also available to book for events such as weddings and baby showers. My family and I recently visited Castle Hill Farm to see their Sunflower Stroll. First we stopped off in their farm stand which was filled with all sorts of fresh vegetables such as tomatoes, corn, peppers, squash, cucumbers, and even local honey. We decided to purchase some delicious looking Graffiti Eggplant as well as a handmade candle that had an intoxicating vanilla aroma. Afterwards we headed into the Sunflower Stroll. Our son had so much fun looking at all of the pretty flowers and pointing out all of the bees. Co-owner Stephanie Kearns told us about other things the farm will be offering in the coming months, including hayrides, the pumpkin patch, and other Fall Fun activities. Autumn is our favorite time of year so we'll definitely be back! Get out and see the Sunflower Stroll while you still can!

Sue Peterson is a amazing horse woman and trainer she offers lessons/ boarding/ camp/ leases/ child…read moreprogram Saturday 1030-12 for anyone that is interested and couldn't get thru on the phone u are always welcome to come 1030 -12 sat mornings adults need to schedule with sue 203 233 0944 Also sue has every animal imaginable come see the farm it's a blast

Been trying to schedule a decent time to visit and they don't even pick up the phone. The person…read morewhose phone it belongs to turned off the phone because it now goes to voicemail. Unprofessional.

Great family fun day at Evergreen Berry Farm! Right now they are open 8-8, which is very generous…read moreof them however we tried timing it to get some shade before the humidity and heat kicks in. There is plenty of parking between two lots, we found it to be stroller & wagon friendly for the little ones. They do have a few wagons that you can use if available. The staff from start to finish is super friendly and very helpful pointing you in the right direction. Great experience for all ages, you do have to walk about 1/4 each way to get to the raspberry bushes which is the farthest away from the booth.

Great spot to spend a few hours! It's very picturesque, with LOADS of berries all throughout the…read moreseason. It's mostly blueberries, but there are also blackberries, rasberries, elderberries... hmmm and falcons? Yes, falcons! Farmer Bob employs falcons to keep the berry-eating birds away, which is pretty badass.. Easily a must if you live in the area. HUGE deals for berries ... we picked about five pounds of blueberries, which came out to around $9. Compare that to what: 3-4 bucks for a pint at the store? A no brainer.

I hired this farm to decorate a milestone birthday and they did not disappoint! They even delivered…read morethe flowers to the site! Stunning flowers, excellent service. My guests were "fighting" to bring the flowers home because they were so beautiful! A++ (photos are flowers after 5 hours in 80 degree heat).

I had the privilege of hosting a family gathering at Oxford Blooms in August. Sarah was a joy to…read morework with. Extremely attentive and responsive. We were a group consisting of some adults and children and when we arrived the property was set up beautifully with a tent, table and linens, Oxford Bloom bags and vases and for the kids, colorful water bottles and child friendly shears. I was not sure if the children would be interested in the "pick their own" flowers but it captured the interest of every single child as well as adult! Our event completely exceeded our expectations and created a memory that will last us forever. Phenomenal experience in every way!

Hidden gem! A better version of Jones farm-great pumpkins, fun hayride, amazing corn maze, tasty…read moresnack bar and no crowds or crazy prices.

We have been buying fresh Maple syrup from The Farm/Sugar Shed for several years. We first…read morediscovered these folks when we lived in Woodbury, CT and continued to order and have shipped to our Michigan home. Now that we are in West Texas we still order from these folks and pay the shipping. $72.00+- for 3 pints of Maple Syrup + shipping. A bit pricey for shipping but where in Texas are you going to get REAL 100% pure Maple Syrup? Check out their website for their other farm items.