What's Growing On at Easy Pickin's Orchard?
*UPDATE* 5/7/21: spring is here !
* MARKET SEASON is beginning ! First to start up, as always, is Ellington Farmers' Market.
Saturday mornings, 9am-12noon, Arbor Park in "downtown" Ellington. Begins May 8th !!
See the details below. We'll add the listings for other markets we attend as they come along.
* PLANNING FOR A SEASON OF EATING LOCAL: CSA !
You can still sign up NOW for a 20-week "share" in our CSA program --
weekly pick-ups mid-June though October.
For more info, visit our CSA page (click on the link).
* OTHER WAYS TO EAT LOCAL: PYO ! (stay tuned ...)
If picking-your-own fruit & veggies is your favorite way to get your local produce,
then watch for updates here to see what we have when.
We always open with BLUEBERRIES in mid-July ... watch for that !
In the time of COVID-19, we're working to make sure you can enjoy our fresh produce safely;
we'll post a few rules you need to know if you're planning to come see us at the farm.
Check Us Out at These Farmers' Markets !
Suffield Farmers' Market: ** watch for 2021 dates ! **
Saturdays: 9am - 12noon - mid-June thru Columbus Day Weekend
Suffield Town Green - Corner of South Main & Mountain Road
WIC Certified
Click here for more info on the Suffield Farmers' Market.
Coventry Farmers' Market: ** 2021 dates & details coming **
Sundays: June 6th through October
Nathan Hale Homestead - 2299 South Street, Coventry
Click on this link for the Coventry Farmers' Market website.
Ellington Farmers' Market:
Saturdays, 9am - 12noon
May 8th through October
Arbor Park (Main Street / Route 286)
Click here for more information on the Ellington Farmers' Market.
For More Information:
Links to more info on these & other local farmers' markets:
CT Dept. of Agriculture: About Farmers' Markets
CT Dept. of Agriculture: Listing of Farmers' Markets
CT Grown (UConn Extension's "Farm to Community" program)
& see more about CT's "Locally Grown & Produced" items here !
When you come to Easy Pickin's Orchard, PLEASE REMEMBER:
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Cash or check preferred: at the farm *&* farm markets, especially for smaller purchases. But YES, we can accept credit & debit cards.
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No pets please in our food growing & production areas -- state regulations.
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Please use our wagons for produce only -- they are not safe for children. If you bring small children, we welcome you to bring your own strollers or wagons to take them out picking with you.
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We live on a QUIET, RESIDENTIAL STREET; our neighbors have kids & dogs; so do we. PLEASE DRIVE SLOWLY & with CAUTION - 25mph or less. We appreciate it!
Keeping Us All Safe & Healthy at Easy Pickin’s:
Pick-Your-Own & Farm Stand Rules
KEEP IT CLEAN: Stop the Spread of Germs !
* We’re being careful to keep things clean & sanitized; help us by doing your part.
* Wash your hands BEFORE you start picking & shopping here; the sink next to the Port-a-Pot, with soap & paper towels, is for you to use.
* Don’t leave trash/litter in the field or parking lot, or at the stand. Show a little love & respect: use our trash cans, or take your trash home.
SOCIAL DISTANCING:
Give EVERYONE Plenty of Space – at least 6’ !
* At the STAND, the signs & cones will help you keep your distance from others. Families checking out should have ONE person stand in line while the rest move away from the stand to reduce crowding.
* While you are PICKING or anywhere in the field / orchard, give OTHER folks plenty of room. And keep your group together, especially kids; make sure your kids don’t wander close to other folks.
WEAR A MASK: So We Can All Breathe Easier !
* At the stand, and whenever you are within 6’ (SIX FEET) of other people, you MUST wear a mask that covers your mouth & nose. This applies everywhere on the farm. We will do the same for you !
CONTAINERS: For Your Picking & Purchases
* You may bring your OWN bags, boxes, & other containers from home for your picking & purchases, as long as they are CLEAN; we also have bags & boxes for your use.