With spring turning into summer in the Seacoast, it's time to embrace the freshness of the season by eating local. From pick-your-own farms where you can create unforgettable memories (and great photos!) with your little ones, to CSAs offering a bounty of seasonal delights and local farmers markets ... there are plenty of ways to eat fresh in the Seacoast!
By choosing locally grown produce, you're not only treating your taste buds, but also supporting sustainable agriculture and the hardworking farmers in the Seacoast area.
Discover where you can find locally grown fruits, vegetables, and more in the Seacoast to bring home to your family:
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Pick-Your-Own (PYO) Farms in the Seacoast
It's a hands-on adventure at these PYO farms in and around the Seacoast, where you can enjoy the experience of picking your own fruits and vegetables straight from the fields. See our Pick-Your-Own Guide for all the details of what's picking soon!
Know of any other PYO farms in the Seacoast that we should add to our list? Let us know!
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Local CSAs in the Seacoast
Support local farmers and enjoy a regular supply of fresh, seasonal produce by joining a CSA in the Seacoast. CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture. Here are some options to consider:
Applecrest Farm Orchards MarketShare
133 Exeter Road, Hampton Falls
(603) 926-3721
Details: Unlike a traditional CSA, this MarketShare at Applecrest Farm allows you to choose from farm grown produce, as well as shop the market for things such as honey, maple syrup, bakery items, pantry staples and more.
Emery Farm Locavore Membership
147 Piscataqua Road, Durham, NH
(603) 742-8495
Details: This CSA at Emery Farm allows you to prepay and buy goods from their market, as well as enjoy seasonal produce. You will receive a 10% credit and PYO blueberries. There are several pick up options including, weekly, bi-weekly and PYO.
299 Main Ave, South Hampton
(603) 394-0129
Details: Heron Pond Farm offers summer AND winter CSAs, with options to pick up in store or at a local site near you. Every week, their CSA has several options to choose from to mix and match what works for your family. With a CSA share, you will receive 10% off purchases made in the store. Add-on shares for mushrooms, dairy, meat, eggs and a debit-style CSA are also available.
Do you have a favorite CSA that you'd like to recommend? Share the details with us.
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Farmers Markets in the Seacoast
The Seacoast's farmers markets are a great place to spend a morning or afternoon browsing fresh produce, locally-produced artisanal goods, and much more. Here's where to find farmer's markets in the Seacoast.
Know of any other farmers markets in the Seacoast that we should highlight? Let us know!
More Local Food Adventures in the Seacoast:
In addition to PYO farms, CSAs, and farmers markets, there are plenty of other ways to enjoy the local food scene in the Seacoast, such as local markets, farm to table restaurants and cooking classes. Here are the details on more local food fun in the Seacoast:
60 Penhallow Street, Portsmouth
(603) 427-8631
This market in the heart of downtown Portsmouth offers a variety of food, drinks and locally made goods. From full meals to quick bites, Hearth Market has something for every taste.
26 Water Street #6, Exeter
(603) 580-4952
360 Route 1 Bypass, Unit 104, Portsmouth
(603) 580-4952
With two locations in the Seacoast, Laney & Lu brings seasonal favorites to you using locally sourced products whenever possible. The menu boasts delicious options including smoothies, coffee, tea, wraps, bowls, smoothies and more.
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