Lake County farm stands, farmers markets open for 2009 season

LAKE COUNTY – Beginning this month, prepare to savor the flavors of Lake County produce and farm fresh products as farm stands and farmers markets open for the 2009 season.


From eggs and honey, which are available locally year-round, to plant starts, lettuce, strawberries, broccoli, beets, cauliflower, perennial plants, onions and more, are now available. As spring ends and summer begins, more summer produce, such as corn, peppers, beans, tomatoes, peaches, and world-famous Lake County Mountain Pears, will soon be available.


There are many locations around Lake County where you can purchase produce and farm products directly from the farmer, which helps support the entire community and allows you to receive fresh, wholesome, and locally-grown produce.


According to the Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF), farmers today get less than 10 cents of the retail food dollar. Local farmers who sell directly to consumers cut out the many middlemen and get full retail price for their food – which means farm families can afford to stay on the farm here in Lake County, doing the work they love, and residents can help to ensure a local food supply and keep local tax dollars within the county.


The following sources offer Lake County-grown produce for purchase directly from the farmer.


Kelseyville Certified Farmers Market

At Steele Wines, 4350 Thomas Drive, Kelseyville

Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. - noon, first Saturday in May through last Saturday in October

www.lakecountyfarmersfinest.org


Friday Nite Farmers Market

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., June 5 - October 16

Redbud Park, 14655 Lakeshore Drive, Clearlake

www.clearlakechamber.com


Barbers Country Farm

Registered organic nursery featuring vegetable, herbs, and flower plants in containers. Organic heirloom tomatoes and a variety of organic vegetables in season. Open seven days per week April 15 - June 15; Wednesday - Saturday, June 15 - October. 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., also at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers Market and the Friday Nite Farmers Market.

4680 Clark Drive, Kelseyville, CA 95451

707-349-2518


Barrett Farms

CCOF certified organic, home of Walnut Central, By Cracky It's Jackies Farm Fresh Eggs, and Clucky Plucky Poultry. Certified organic walnuts, chicken eggs, Guinea fowl eggs (seasonal), meat chickens, Guinea fowl, and pheasant. Available at Nature's Bounty in Lakeport, Darling's in Kelseyville, the San Rafael Farmers' Market, St. Helena Farmers' Market, and Napa Downtown Farmers' Market.

PO Box 151, Finley, CA 95433

707- 263-4211

www.barrettfarms.com


Buffalo Hills 95451

Visitors are welcome anytime to see the buffalo from the road; call ahead to purchase meat.

5120 & 5133 Cole Creek Road, Kelseyville, CA 95451

707-279-2063


Cow Mountain Kiko Goats Home of the Brush Busters

The Brush Buster Goats for fuel load reduction, habitat enhancement, and weed abatement; USDA meats; fresh flowers, herbs, and berries. Willow for basket weaving. Restoration work.

P. O. Box 51, Lakeport, California 95453

707-262-1577

www.cmkikogoats.com


Full Moon Produce Farms

Fresh organic produce available at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers Market and at the farm by appointment.

PO Box 1654, 2000 Smith Lane, Kelseyville, CA 95451

707-245-5779


Glos Glee Garden

Organic fruits, vegetables, herbs, plants;rRaspberries, grapes, figs, pomegranates, nuts, pumpkins, tomatoes, garlic, beans, cucumbers, squash, okra, basil, arugula, red potatoes, and much more. Glos goat milk soap and herbal salves. Available at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers Market.

PO Box 743, Lower Lake, California 95457

707-987-2888


Hanson Ranch

Produce stand and direct sales of several varieties of Lake County pears, dried pears and walnuts. Open 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., August - November.

3360 Merritt Road, Kelseyville, CA 95451

707-279-4761


Hrutkys Egg Ranch

Fresh eggs for sale. See chickens, egg room, chicks when brooding as an educational experience. Open 8:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m., Tuesdays and Saturdays, year round.

2750 Old Hwy 53, Clearlake, CA 95422

707-994-2317


Jaguar Garden Nursery

Annuals, perennials, nursery stock, certified wine grape rootstock, bedding and landscape plants, trees. Available at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers Market and the Friday Nite Farmers Market; call for direct sales.

Lower Lake, CA 95457

707-995-5218

www.lakecountyfarmersfinest.org/jaguar.htm


Leonardis Organics

CCOF certified Organic fruits, vegetables, walnuts, and eggs; call for direct sales year round.

1010 Argonaut Road, Lakeport, CA 95451

707-263-4245


Love Farms

Hay baling and wool spinning; seasonal fruits and vegetables; fresh eggs from happy free-ranging hens. Available at Kelseyville Certified Farmers Market.

8025 Highway 175, Kelseyville, California 95451

707-349-7880

www.lovefarms.net


Morgan Valley Produce and Socoras Salsa of Lake County

Pesticide-free heirloom tomatoes, vegetables, melons, herbs, fresh-cut flowers, Socoras Chorizo seasoning, and Lake Countys California State Fair 1st place award winning tomato salsas! Socoras Salsas 16oz. jars are available in mild, spicy, or hot. Available at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers Market and the Friday Nite Farmers Market; call for direct sales.

PO Box 373, Lower Lake, CA 95457

707-994-5043

www.socorassalsa.com


Renker Farms

Fruits, vegetables, flowers, and agriculture-related gifts and crafts available. Open daily June 15 - November 30, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

2297 Argonaut Road, PO Box 102, Kelseyville, CA 95451

707-279-4409


Seelys Farm Stand

Featuring locally grown fruits including pears, peaches, and apples; large variety of local seasonal produce, fresh cut flowers, pumpkins, gourds, decorative corn and cornstalks; and locally produced products: salsa, honey, jams, jellies, and cheese. Open Memorial Day Weekend - Thanksgiving, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. daily.

80 E Hwy 20, Upper Lake, CA 95485

707-275-0525


Sky Hoyt Specialty Grower

Seasonal produce including onions, garlic, tomatoes, peppers, melons, watermelon, leeks, snap peas, winter squash and more, basil, strawberries, figs, rare fig trees, creamy sorbet, and pesto. Available at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers Market; call for direct sales.

Lakeport, CA 95453

707-279-0859


Yerba Santa Dairy

Award-winning goat cheese hand made from fresh goat milk and without preservatives or additives using vegetarian rennet, high-quality cultures, and organic herbs. Available at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers Market and the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market in San Francisco; call for direct sales.

PO Box 1048, Lakeport, CA 95453

707-263-8131

www.cuesa.org/markets/farmers/farm_10.php


Yoxagoi Orchards/The Purple Pear

CCOF certified pears and other produce. Available at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers Market; call for farm stand hours of operation

3545 Soda Bay Road, Lakeport, CA 95453

PO Box 838, Kelseyville, CA 95451

707-279-4949


For a more detailed list of local farms and markets offering fresh Lake County products, contact the Lake County Visitor Information Center at 800-525-3743 or to request a copy of the Lake County Farm Trails Discovery map.

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