Spring and summer are the best times to eat in Arkansas. Local farmers markets and even some local supermarkets are full of Arkansas produce and it is one of the best tasting products you will ever eat. Arkansas is an agricultural state and we have many small falls that produce great produce in Arkansas. Shopping at small local farms allows you to eat in season. Eating in season generally means tastier food. Just think fresh-cut tomatoes vs. tomatoes in December.
Vegetables generally have more nutrients when eaten in season. It also helps support small local farms that help support Arkansas farmers. Arkansas black apples, traditional tomatoes, muscadine grapes, strawberries and watermelon are among Arkansas specialty products.
The following are some of the largest and most popular local farms where you can find products that you can choose yourself or buy. You can find many of these at a local farmers market.
Holland Bottom Farms
One of the most popular farms in central Arkansas, especially for strawberries, is Holland Bottom Farms. Their berries and other products are sold shortlisted at the Holland Bottom Farm Produce Stand. They also have blueberries, blackberries, onions, squash, tomatoes, cucumbers, sweet corn, bell peppers, purple peas, and okra, depending on the season. Strawberry season lasts only a few weeks and they are quite busy during that season. Cabot is known for its excellent strawberries.
Holland Bottom Farms is located at 1255 Bill Foster Memorial Hwy (Ark State 321) in Cabot, AR 72023.
North Pulaski Farms
North Pulaski Farms makes appearances at Bernice Gardens, but you can also join their CSA or order online. They have all kinds of produce, from lettuce and kale to beans and berries. They are located in Pulaski County, but their products are primarily available for pickup in the city. Your CSA is a great bargain.
BoBrook Farms
BoBrook Farms is a winery and pick your own blueberries and blackberries. It is just down the road from Pinnacle Mountain State Park. They also sell honey, jelly and wine. Located at 13810 Combee Lane in Roland.
Cabot’s patch
Cabot is the best place in the state to get strawberries, and Cabot Patch is the place to pick them. They also have watermelon and other products. Located at 500 Mt Carmel Road in Cabot.
Mountain Home Berry Farm
Mountain Home Berry Farm has berries, but also jam, gravy, pickles, chow chow, and honey. You can buy their products at the Harps Food Store in Mountain Home. They also have a country store where you can buy asparagus, radishes, and more, depending on the season. The store is located at 693 County Road 57 in Mountain Home.
Barnhill Orchards
Barnhill Orchards produce is available at some of the local farmers markets, but you can also visit the farm. They have veggies, tomatoes, corn, squash, and more, depending on the season. The product is all hand-picked. The farm is on the corner of Highway 89 and Sandhill Road, near Cabot.
Weal and Woe Farm
Weal and Woe Farm in Conway has vegetables, herbs and flowers. They are sold primarily at farmers markets throughout central Arkansas. They are located in Houston, Arkansas and you can follow their crops and locations on Facebook.
Cox Berry Farm
Cox Berry Farm grows berries, but it also grows peaches, squash, tomatoes, apples, squash, and more. Some of the products are pre-selected and some are chosen by you. They are one of the few places in Arkansas that have apples. Located in Clarksville at 1081 HWY 818 in Clarksville.
Maison Terre natural products
It’s not a farm, but Maison Terre grows herbs and spice blends in Hot Springs, Arkansas. They design and mix the mixes themselves. Since herbal products are not that perishable, you can shop online for delivery.
Farm Girl Meats
It doesn’t produce, but if you want humanely produced meats, Farm Girl Meats is the best place. Farm Girl treats her cattle humanely and with a light hand. Their website has many photos of the animals that enjoy the farm. Their produce is available at some of the local farmers markets or you can purchase them to pick up.
