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K AY T EE L E V ER I T T

WHEN IT GETS PERSONAL Being a local farmer means taking care of neighbors—and weathering their criticisms

Publisher and specialty crop farmer Alan Leveritt gets down and dirty.

“I grow food for people to whom I am connected.”

by Alan Leveritt

ast week one of my chefs fired me. The text read, “I love the lettuce but it is full of all sorts of insects. I don’t think we will be able to use it anymore.” If I were a commodity lettuce farmer in California, that text would have represented a business problem, perhaps a serious one. But for a small specialty crop farmer, it’s more than business, it’s personal. Suddenly I knew how the chef feels with a bad restaurant review or an author with a bad book review. Slow food farming is not outdoor manufacturing, it is artisanal farming— usually with a sharp hoe. It is handmade food that represents the farmer’s skill, attention to detail and ultimately his character. To be found wanting in any of those areas is more than a bad day. I headed down the lettuce rows picking random heads of beautiful butterhead lettuce, the variety I had planted for this chef. In the sorting shed I began peeling back the crunchy blanched leaves and damn, she was right. Small black slugs had infested the base of the heads just above the soil line, revealing damage to the lower stems and slowing the food line in the restaurant kitchen. I could have treated the soil organically with iron phosphate before planting, but I had not had problems the year before so I overlooked that treatment this year, to my chagrin. For me this experience underscored the role personal relationships play when growing local food for local people. The chef is a friend.

My customers at Bernice Garden Farmers Market in Little Rock are neighbors and acquaintances. Because I grow food for people to whom I am connected, there is a trust, an obligation. By the same token, that pact gets weaker with every mile that separates producer and consumer. When you know your farmer and the farmer knows you, you will seldom get a lousy tomato. I think this is the great idea behind the locally grown movement. Anonymous food lacks the human guarantee that comes with knowing one another. Heirloom vegetables make up most of my offerings, and restaurants and Edwards Food Giant can pretty much take everything I can grow. But last year I added cut flowers, mostly zinnias, Asiatic lilies, calla lilies, dahlias and gladiolus, which compelled me to attend the farmers market on Sundays. To extend the life of these flowers, they have to be placed in different solutions and receive special care immediately after they are cut. The solutions aren’t organic but so long as you don’t eat them, you’ll be ok. The nightmare for a flower farmer is to see the customer on Sunday morning whose flowers you sold her last Sunday wilted on the way home. It is one thing to complain to the merchant when food or flowers don’t live up to the promise. But when you tell it to the guy who grew it, it’s personal. And powerful.

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Spending time with local food producers is always informative—and fun by Michael Roberts

t’s 7 a.m. on a Monday, and I’m walking through Little Rock’s River Market with two bags full of lettuce, radishes, spring onions, purple hull peas and various other delectable odds and ends that I purchased at the Bernice Garden Farmers Market in SOMA the day before, all of which are on their way to a photoshoot. The looks I get are curious ones, because a guy carrying half a produce counter down the sidewalk is kind of strange, even for downtown. This is my life. And I wouldn’t have it any other way. The issue of Arkansas Food & Farm you are holding in your hand is an exciting one, because it arrives when everything in our great state has burst into bloom. Tennyson had it almost right—my fancy turns to love in the spring, but it’s a love born of fresh, crisp lettuce, newly washed carrots and the promise of another rich and wonderful growing season in Arkansas. The best part of my job as editor of this publication is meeting the people who make our local food scene so special. I got to tramp around in the mud with North Pulaski Farms mastermind Kelly Carney, who taught me all about what it takes to keep soil healthy using a high tunnel system, and talk chickens and eggs with Tara

Stainton of Rattle’s Garden. No matter who I talked to, there was always an excitement and passion that I found quite infectious—not to mention an awareness of the rain that I find myself paying attention to long after the interviews ended. It is and exciting time for Arkansas food. Every month, something comes along that increases that excitement. Farmers markets are expanding, CSA programs are growing and people are starting to demand fresh, local produce in numbers we’ve never seen. Restaurants have taken notice, grocery stores have taken notice— and most importantly, farmers have taken notice, and they are ready to give the public what we want.

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BR A N DO N M A R K I N

Sean and Jackie Sikes seek to bring the city of Clinton together through local food.

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iny pieces of colored glass glint in the striking mosaic on the store front, its bright hues reflected in the warm greetings offered visitors to the Dirty Farmers Community Market. This small building houses a year-round produce market, but also acts as a multifaceted resource, serving as a community center and family-oriented gathering place in Clinton. Owners Sean and Jackie Sikes have lived in the area for almost 20 years and always wanted to assist their community. During her bid for a local office, Jackie heard a lot from farmers about their needs. Local residents, farmers and crafters wanted to sell their fresh produce, baked goods and other wares more than twice a month at the city park, so she and Sean honed in on creating a community resource in a more permanent form. It wasn’t easy starting what would become known as the Dirty Farmers Community Market (DFCM). “It took us almost a year to convince enough people to get on board,” says Jackie. “We went to a lot of public meetings, and stayed upbeat and encouraging.” After investing their own savings, the couple launched into the sometimes arduous business of creating and sustaining a nonprofit organization. The umbrella organization of the DFCM is the Clinton Business and

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Revitalization Association (CBRA). Jackie is chair of CBRA, and Sean is the produce manager. Their idea of a permanent market to help area farmers has mushroomed into much more. Now, the organization houses a year-round store, cafe and community center. The DFCM provides fresh locally grown (and often organic) produce and meats in season. Shoppers can also pick up home-canned items and fresh baked goods, along with handcrafted jewelry, quilts, crocheted items, furniture and other locally crafted pieces. Support of the market has spread through the town of Clinton. City Council member Gayla Bradley says of the market, “It’s a little hub downtown, and it has been very helpful to the local community. Sean and Jackie rent out booths inside the market, and the ladies at my church who like to quilt and crochet can sell their handmade items. You can buy organic wheat and local honey at the market, too.” Another big draw for local customers is the cafe in the back part of the market. “We saw a lot of need in Clinton, but we wanted to provide a hand up, not a hand out,” Jackie says. In order to address the need but maintain individual dignity, the cafe is based on a popular gifting concept: Patrons pay what they can, and people who can afford it offer extra funds for those who might not have

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enough cash to eat a meal. “Our slogan is ‘Eat what you need, pay what you can,’” Jackie says. Aptly named The Greater Good Café, the eatery is open year-round, providing main dishes (often vegetarian) using locally grown produce when possible. Jackie serves as head cook and has lots of volunteer help. Many locals and visitors enjoy tucking into the enchiladas, quiches and other dishes Jackie turns out.

“Our slogan is ‘Eat what you need, pay what you can.’”

Academy’s herbalist Elle D’Coda to the market’s line-up adds another dimension of learning about nutrition and living a healthier life. Sean and Jackie have done a lot of research on ways to help revitalize the town of Clinton, too. “If you can find a way to get folks to stay in town, they will eat at local restaurants, and that will result in an increase to local business owners,” Jackie says. It’s this grass-roots approach to grow their local economy that has made the DFCM more than just a place to pick up fresh produce and a bite to eat—it’s created a resource that people from all walks of life can use whenever they need. And the connections formed are ones that last beyond a tasty meal at The Greater Good Café—they last a lifetime.

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Besides bringing fresh produce to a central location, the market and cafe also stimulate homegrown talent, offering events that showcase local musicians. A fundraiser happens every Friday night, with performers paying a small fee to use the site and the DFCM selling snacks to an appreciative gathering. Other events at the DFCM bring in the crowds as well. “We occasionally offer a crafts workshop— candle-making or creating rag rugs. We also have classes for children that emphasize reading and preparing healthy snacks,” Jackie says. In addition to the craft classes, the recent addition of Ozark Herbal

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pple Blossom Brewing Co. is the Clark Kent of brewpubs. Like the famed mild-mannered reporter, the craft brewery’s Zion Road location in Fayetteville is nondescript and unassuming from the outside, surrounded by quiet offices and adorned only by a simple sign. Don’t let that exterior fool you: There are super things going on at Apple Blossom, which opened in the summer of 2013 and immediately took its place among the elite producers of quality artisanal products. First came a line-up of delicious and innovative beers with names like “Soulless Ginger” and “Hazy Morning Coffee Stout,” but brewing great beer was never going to be enough for brewery partners Evan McDonald, Sammie Stephenson, Joe Utsch, Al Schaffer, Ching Mong and Daniel Smith. The partners desired an edge to set them apart from other breweries in the growing northwest Arkansas craft beer scene, and adding a heavy hitting menu full of great food was a natural fit. “Good food was always part of the plan,” says McDonald, who brought in experienced chef and baker Cody Johnson to help bring that plan to fruition. “Cody is a guy who should have his own bakery but didn’t quite have the means to open one, so we partnered with him to give him a space to work.” The result has been a brand expansion for the

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“We’re always trying new things to see if we can make a better product.”

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Johnson continued to hone his craft at Ella’s Restaurant at The Inn at Carnall Hall on the campus of the University of Arkansas, and it was here that he first branched out into retail sales by offering his wares at the Fayetteville Farmers Market. It was this expansion that eventually brought him to Apple Blossom, where he now provides bread for The Hive in Bentonville in addition to his growing lineup of Fayetteville clients. Johnson and Everts have been doing their baking in a corner of the main Apple Blossom kitchen, but a large expansion for 2016 is in the works. Apple Blossom Brewing has partnered with Fayetteville institution Arsaga’s Coffee to share a space and open a larger facility that will get the bakers out of the corner and into their own location. The move is part of Arsaga’s own move into the former Kim’s Tire & Auto Shop on Martin Luther King, and the pairing will allow Arsaga’s to carry scones and pastries from the bakery—and allow Johnson more space for creative growth. It’s a logical step for both a coffee company desirous of good pastries and a baker in need of room to sharpen his skills even further. “Other than our mixer, we do everything by hand,” Johnson says. “Our goal is to be a truly artisan bakery.” It’s a philosophy he’s had throughout his baking career, and one that he intends to implement fully in his new space, building on the skills and attention to detail that has made Apple Blossom’s reputation for quality bread skyrocket in such a short time.

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Community Supported Agriculture programs are an easy—and excellent—way to connect with Arkansas growers

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arming is seasonal. Expenses are not. For the small farmer, these two facts can make the winter months a struggle when land is not producing but the light bill still needs to be paid. For some, the answer is the creation of Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs. CSAs are subscription-based programs in which members pay up front for a share of a farm’s future crops, which are then boxed up during the growing season and delivered for pickup from the farm or from set distribution points. These pre-sold subscriptions are often a godsend to the farmer, allowing them to expand their cash flow during the lean months. arkansasfoodandfarm.com

The benefits of CSA programs don’t just fall in favor of farmers, of course. For consumers, joining a local CSA is a convenient way to experience all the wonderful things grown in Arkansas without having to worry about shopping. The farmer takes care of the hard work of harvesting and selecting the best and freshest produce available, resulting in a wonderful grab bag of diverse vegetables ready to cook, can or freeze. For people who don’t have time to make a weekly trip to the farmers market, a weekly CSA box can be a low-hassle way of supporting local growers— not to mention an excellent way to experience new fruits and vegetables all in one tidy package. FOOD & FARM | 21

“Coming to the farm makes it feel more real to them.” —Tara Stainton, Rattle’s Garden To illustrate this, she points to her retention numbers: For members who picked up their farmshare boxes directly from the farm, retention was almost 100 percent, while retention for her city pickup members was only around 50 percent. “Coming to the farm makes it feel more real to them,” says Stainton, and walking among her flock of Araucanas and Barred Rock chickens, it’s not hard to see the truth in what she says. The chickens at Rattle’s add another level to the CSA model that people have responded to with gusto: eggs. In the past, Rattle’s sold eggs at farmers markets like the one in Little Rock’s Hillcrest neighborhood as well as wholesale clients like Mylo Coffee Co., but with the start of her farmshare program this year, Stainton has decided to do something different: Offer an

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For McCabe, the allure of fresh food was so much that she is now cultivating her own home garden, inspired by the fresh bounty she received in her weekly boxes from Carney’s farm. For Tara Stainton of Rattle’s Garden in Vilonia, the term “CSA” wasn’t specific enough for what she hopes to convey with her own farmer-owned program. For Stainton, the emphasis of her program is on her farm, and she wants each of her subscribers to feel like partners in the Rattle’s Garden enterprise. She doesn’t refer to her subscribers as such, preferring to use the term “tribe.” For Stainton, her tribe consists of people who need the food she grows as much as she needs the money they spend—and together, the quality of life for her entire tribe gets better with cooperation.

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CSA programs operate under two models—a farmer-owned model in which one specific farmer collects all the money and provides all the crops shared in each box and a shareholder model, where an organizing body collects money from subscribers and uses it to source crops from multiple farms. Each of these models has benefits and drawbacks, but both are important parts of increasing the connections between the people who grow the food we eat and consumers. “You have to be a sort of delayed gratification junkie,” says Kelly Carney of North Pulaski Farms in Cabot. Carney has been running his farmer-owned CSA program for three years, beginning with a group of 30 subscribers that has steadily grown to what he hopes will be 75 shares in 2015. Carney sees this delayed gratification between the purchase of a CSA share and the first boxes as a way of providing insight into what the farming life is all about, and he points to a line of stacked logs to make his point. “We are inoculating 600 logs right now with shitake spores,” he says, detailing the way in which logs are bored, packed with sporecontaining sawdust and sealed with beeswax. “I won’t get any mushrooms from these logs until next year, but it’s something I can point to for my members to show them what their money goes to do.” Carney hopes that by reinvesting the money his subscribers spend into new crops like mushrooms, each of his CSA members will remain as excited about the things happening at North Pulaski as he is. And because every dollar from his program goes directly to him, it is very easy to find out just where that money is being spent, whether it’s new “skin” coverings for his high tunnels or new equipment that allows better no-till planting in his open field. “It made me try new things,” says North Pulaski Farms CSA member Sarah McCabe, who cites eggplant fries as one of the inventive things she tried that even her kids enjoyed.

Kelly Carney sells his wares at SOMA’s Bernice Garden Farmers Market (top). Seasonal vegetables are part of every CSA basket (above). Farm-fresh eggs are a Rattle’s Garden staple (previous page).

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a year-long research project to track things like daily servings of fruits and vegetables, number of meals cooked at home per week, and changes in BMI and cholesterol levels. This project is one of the first of its kind. While Toomer’s research did not show any statistical change in the BMI levels of CSA participants, the number of daily fruit and vegetable servings increased dramatically, as did the number of meals cooked at home by CSA participants. In addition, participants stated that having fresh, local produce inspired them to try new recipes and cook with family and friends—an added benefit that really emphasizes the “community” aspect of Community Supported Agriculture. For people dealing with busy schedules, CSAs are a perfect way to introduce local produce into a diet without having to travel and shop at the local farmers market. For people who make the farmers market a weekly ritual, the CSA is still beneficial for those days when weather does not permit convenient shopping—or just as a way to supplement the items bought at local markets. Farmer-owned programs allow consumers to directly support the farmers of their choosing, while the co-op model brings a diverse selection of crops into one spot for easy distribution. No matter the needs of the consumer, there is a CSA program out there that is sure to be a good fit.

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“eggshare” supplement to her regular CSA so that her subscribers who want fresh eggs can pick them up with their vegetables. “We’ve always had eggs available for purchase at the farm,” Stainton says. “But sometimes people would forget they needed them, or wouldn’t have cash on them. By paying up front, they never have to worry about that—it just becomes part of their regular pickup.” Being a farmer-owned CSA allows Rattle’s to make those sorts of changes and decisions quickly in response to customer demand, a flexibility that pays attention to just what subscribers want. On the other side of the CSA model is Foodshed Farms, a co-op CSA model that works with nonprofit Heifer USA to bring food from areas of the Arkansas Delta urban areas to broaden the customer base for farmers in underserved parts of the state. Unlike the farmer-owned CSA programs, Foodshed Farms does not focus on individual subscribers, but rather a model for businesses that allows coworkers in an office setting to form their own CSA groups. Heifer has used the Foodshed Farms model as part of their own company wellness program as a test project to refine the operation. To study the changes that the Foodshed CSA had on the lifestyles of Heifer employees, the nonprofit coordinated with Angela Toomer, a student at the Clinton School of Public Service. Toomer conducted

Rattles Garden’s Tara Stainton (right) splits time between chickens and fresh produce like cherry tomatoes (left).

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For a more customizable CSA experience, internet markets like Arkansas Local Food Network (ALFN) allows subscribers to choose from a selection of available items sourced from local growers. ALFN also has non-local items available, but they are sure to specify which products are from Arkansas in the product descriptions. More information at:

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Donate your excess produce to the Arkansas Gleaning Project. In 2014, the generosity of Arkansas growers meant 1.5 million pounds of produce went to Arkansas food banks, pantries, soup kitchens and shelters.

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Get Involved this Season! Whether you’re an urban gardener or a GAP-certified operation, there’s a place for you in the Arkansas Gleaning Project. Yields are weighed and documented by tax receipts issued by the Arkansas Gleaning Project. Contact Jeremy Adams at jeremy@arhungeralliance.org about contributing your excess produce.

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The Fayetteville Farmers Market opens for business (left), and chef Ethan Altom is ready to shop (right).

A FRESH START AT A CLASSIC MARKET Chef Ethan Altom begins his career at Bordinos by paying homage to Fayettevilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rich tradition of local growers by Michael Roberts

t was a clear, cold Ozark morning on the Fayetteville square, and even before the official opening time of 8 a.m., the crowds were already forming to celebrate one of the longest-standing traditions in the state: the opening of the Fayetteville Farmers Market. Folks in Fayetteville are justifiably proud of their cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s market, which has provided local growers a place to sell their wares for over four decades. Entire generations have grown up with the market, which opened in 1973, and the granddaddy of all Arkansas farmers markets has not rested on its laurels, instead becoming a shining example of what a diverse, well-run market should be. Even at this early date in the season, the historic downtown Fayetteville square was ringed with vendors selling the first fruits of spring, handmade crafts and an assortment of eggs, cheese and other prepared artisan products.

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The most popular booth on that chilly opening morning was Arsaga’s Coffee, but soon a combination of warm, delicious caffeine and the bright sun had market-goers shaking off the cool morning air. There is something exciting about watching people discover new and delicious things, and the shoppers at this market—regular and new alike—seemed dazzled by the array of fresh produce spread out before us. We wanted to experience the market from a local’s perspective, and so we met up with chef Ethan Altom of Bordinos to shop the market, meet some of his favorite vendors, and then take all the wonderful things we purchased back to the Dickson Street mainstay so the chef could turn our fresh Arkansas finds into something truly delicious. Chef Altom was as enthusiastic about opening day as everyone, something that was quite infectious. Altom is only 25 , but he has already worked with names like Joel Antunes and Travis McConnell at the Capital Hotel in Little Rock, Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman of Memphis’ Andrew Michael and Hog and Hominy, and Bill Lyle at Ella’s Restaurant in Fayetteville. He’s only been at Bordinos since February of 2015 , and while he admits to some anxiety about running one of the most popular restaurants on Fayetteville’s iconic Dickson Street, what is more evident from watching him work are the skills, smarts and passion that landed him the job in the first place. “I do it for other people,” Altom says of his cooking. “I love food, but I want to cook to make a difference.” It’s an attitude that seems to have energized everyone at Bordinos. As we walked along the square, Altom mentioned that he had baked some quiche shells the night before and suggested we do a classic quiche with a light salad. Given the early hour, that seemed very appropriate, so with our dish decided, the chef began to shop.

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Chef Altom's Shopp ing List

First stop, White River Creamery, where the chef picked up some tasty fromage blanc. The Elkins dairy has developed a reputation for excellence with their Nigerian Dwarf goat milk cheese, and we were sure to hit their booth first before they sold out. We then stopped at a booth called Kat’s Whimsical Menagerie, also from Elkins, where we purchased some lovely duck eggs. Altom’s next stop was at a booth he knew well, that of Foothold Farms out of Jasper. “I buy tomatoes, fingerling potatoes and persimmons from Foothold,” says Altom, and on this day he purchased some lovely carrots and a bunch of fresh sorrel that Foothold farmer Dave Moll showed us. With our ingredients tucked safely away, we journeyed back to Altom’s Dickson Street kitchen where he kept up a lively patter with his sous chef and line cooks as they prepared for the day’s brunch, all while slicing carrots, beating eggs and shredding cheese—and letting us sample a wonderful house-made duck ham that was a perfect savory addition to the quiche. Watching chef Altom in the kitchen proved that he has honed his craft into an art form. As our local quiche came out of the oven, much of the staff gathered round to sample a bite of the rich, savory custard and tangy salad. A simple meal, yes, but that’s all part of Altom’s plan: Keep flavors simple, keep ingredients fresh and utilize the vast local bounty of northwest Arkansas to create a menu that Bordinos regulars and new eaters alike will enjoy. He’s a bright new star on the growing Arkansas food scene, and given his appreciation for the decades-long foundation laid by institutions like the Fayetteville Farmers Market, his success seems guaranteed.

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Chef Altom works to prepare a locally sourced quiche.

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gardening. Wholesale Farms. Verified Arkansas farmers and artisans 1200 Pike Ave., North Little Rock Prescott selling products grown or made only in Foreman 501-978-5021 Barnhill Orchards Arkansas. Farmers Market. www.benekeith.com Hope Monticello Ashdown 277 Sandhill Rd., Lonoke Warren Southwest Arkansas 501-676-2305 Wholesale distributor offering produce, Arkansas’s Killer Bee and Tomato Camden Hampton dairy, fresh eggs, fresh bread, fresh meat, Farm Offers strawberries, blackberries, Texarkana frozen meat, frozen foods, dry grocery 38 Fox Ln., Bigelow peaches, squash, cucumbers, sweet Lak 501-912-5819 corn,Fouke cantaloupe, watermelons, okra, Louann items, non-food, equipment and supplies. Wholesale Farm. pumpkins, pecans and sweet potatoes. Bees and beeswax and honey creams Magnolia Hambur Wholesale Farms. and lotions, chickens, small orchard, Bennett’s Farm Fresh Eggs El Dorado kale, spinach, turnips, collards, garlic, 211 Forest Heights Trail., Hot SpringsCrossett Battles Cadron Crest Orchard Bradley sugar snap peas, herbs, green beans, 501-463-8284 86 Mode Rd., Guy Junction City purple hull peas, crowder peas, lady www.facebook.com/bennettsfarm501-679-3243 cream “zipper” peas, okra, yellow and fresheggs Offers u-pick strawberries, peaches, white potatoes, red and yellow onions, Sells all-natural, farm-fresh eggs. 8 a.m.apples, watermelons, cantaloupe and cucumbers, peppers, tomatoes, spa5 p.m. 7 days. On-Farm Sales. tomatoes throughout the season. Call ghetti squash and sugar baby watermelin advance for availability. May-Sepons. On-Farm Sales. Bernice Garden Farmer’s Market tember. U-Pick Farms. 1401 S. Main St., Little Rock Arkansas Local Food Network 501-617-2511 Bearfoot Hollow Farms 509 Scott St., Little Rock www.thebernicegarden.org 43 Winding Branch Ln., Conway 501-291-2769 501-908-9842 A Sunday market that only includes Arlittlerock.locallygrown.net kansas growers and producers. 10 a.m.-2 Sells free-range, brown chicken eggs Year-round online farmers market. p.m. Sun., May-Oct. and will have blue/green eggs availProducts include grass-fed meats, Farmers Market. able soon. Also grows seasonal organic organic and naturally-grown fruits and produce that includes yellow, butternut, vegetables, gourmet cheeses, artiBobby Weatherford and Skip acorn, spaghetti and zucchini squash, san breads, mushrooms, honey, nuts, Downing as well as cucumbers, okra, sweet corn garden supplies, jams, jellies, pickled 1351 U.S. Hwy. 64 W., Beebe and sweet onions. Check website for products and locally-produced bath 501-882-2802 availability. On-Farm Sales. and beauty products. Farmers Market. Sells hay for cattle, both Bermuda and Bemis Honey Bee Farm mixed grass. On-Farm Sales. Arkansas Urban Gardening 13206 Asher Rd., Little Rock Educational Resource Bradbury Christmas Tree Farm 501-897-4931 1800 S. Chester St., Little Rock 9427 Donna Ln., Mabelvale www.bemishoneybeefarm.com 501-529-8520 501-602-2449 Offers on-farm sales of local honey Sells produce and fresh cut flowers. Cut your own tree from a selection On-Farm Sales. Farmers Market. of Virginia pines. Saws provided. Bemis Tree Farm Wreathes and other Christmas acArkaponics 13206 Asher Rd., Little Rock cessories also available. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. 1906 Brownwood Rd., Little Rock 501-897-4931 Thanksgiving-Christmas. On-Farm 501-231-9157 www.bemistreefarm.com Sales. www.arkaponics.com Grows, sells and transplants shade A new kind of urban farm that

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The Cabot Patch 500 Mt. Carmel Rd., Cabot 501-605-1313 Cabotpatch.3m.com

ach, summer squash, tomatoes, Swiss chard, winter squash and turnips. Assorted flowers and herbs available also. Wholesale Farm.

Pick yourself or find pre-picked strawberries, peaches, okra, plums, purple hull peas, tomatoes, cantaloupe and watermelons. U-Pick Farm.

D and J Hall Farms 18025 Junebug Ln., Roland 501-920-7422

Caney Creek Berry Farm 2568 Little Creek Dr., Conway 501-548-0475 U-pick berry farm. Call for availability. U-Pick Farm. Clarkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pecan Grove 59 Jones Ln., Mayflower 501-454-2667 cowsandpecans.com A 30-acre orchard growing Paper Shell, Stuart, Desirable and Native pecan trees. Features 140 trees that are 30 to 40 years old. Open to the public in the latter part of October for picking. Customers can come pick pecans and are allowed to keep half of what they pick for free, but have the option to purchase more. U-Pick Farm. Cole Farm 31 Bell Branch, Perryville 501-333-2204 Farm offering seasonal produce including squash, beans, okra, tomatoes, corn, sweet peppers, hot peppers, bell peppers and cabbage. Wholesale Farm. Collins Round Mountain Orchards 159 Mill Pond Rd., Conway 501-327-0450 www.collinsorchards.com U-pick farm featuring local fruits and vegetables. Sacks and containers are provided. Call ahead for availability. U-Pick Farm. Conway Farmers Market 1132 Front St., Conway 501-581-8131

Bermuda grass hay and vegetables. On-Farm Sales. Daley Farm 435 Hwy. 225 E., Greenbrier 502-581-1957 Produces grass-fed beef, fresh eggs and seasonal produce. Wholesale Farm. David Wilson 2568 Little Creek Dr., Conway 501-548-0475 Small u-pick and pre-picked berry sales to individuals or restaurants. Call ahead for availability. U-Pick Farm. Dean or Misty White 73 Humke Ln., Lonoke Produces pecans for on-site pick-up. Call for availability. On-Farm Sales. Depriest Enterprises 7500 Earl Ln., Little Rock 501-490-1973 Tomatoes, okra and peas available June through August. On-Farm Sales. Diva Bees 7325 Raines Trail, Little Rock 501-455-2262 Hobby beekeeper offering raw honey. On-Farm Sales. DM Nuthouse and Orchard 333 Humke Ln., Lonoke 501-676-2468 Sells pecans from Oct-Dec. On-Farm Sales.

Homegrown produce from the Conway area. 6 a.m.-noon Tue., Thurs., Sat. May-Sept. Farmers Market.

E&M Farms 421 Wilson Springs Rd., Onia 501-454-9832 https://www.facebook.com/pages/EM-Farms

Crimmins Family Farm 11 Lexie Ln., Perryville 501-889-2138

Grows corn and custom grain-fed Angus beef. All beef is hormone and antibiotic free. On-Farm Sales.

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Wholesale nursery growing a wide variety of bedding plants, herbs, veg-

etables, hanging baskets, perennials and succulents. Delivery and on-site pick-up available. On-Farm Sales. Erin Gildner 2600 West Markham St., Little Rock 501-296-1810 www.arkansasschoolfortheblind.org/ Parent_Teacher_Association.html Offers an annual Christmas tree sale with all proceeds going to benefit the Arkansas School for the Deaf and Visually Impaired. Wholesale Farm. Evergreen Acres Farm 272 Evergreen Rd., Mount Ida 501-617-2928 www.evergreenacresminifarm.com Raises vegetables, chickens for fresh eggs and Nigerian Dwarf goats for fresh raw milk and goat milk soap. Produces honey for sale and use in beauty products. Wholesale Farm. Farm Girl Meats 16 Short Farm Ln., Houston 501-215-0419 www.farmgirlfood.com Produces grass-fed meats, eggs and milk through sustainable, integrated farming techniques on 18 acres. Sells to Hillcrest Artisan Meats, Boulevard Bread and South on Main, and provides to conway.locallygrown.net and littlerock.locallygrown.net. Wholesale Farm. Farmer Brownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pigs 25 Calfneck Rd., Perryville 501-366-2818 Produces Berkshire Cross pigs. On-Farm Sales. Feast For All Catering 2321 Silica Heights, Benton 501-322-0939 Offers local honey. Wholesale Farm. Flying C Ranch 725 Rocky Point Rd., Conway, 501-454-2667 cowsandpecans.com Cattle ranch that uses a portion of its herd to produce grass-fed, grain-finished cattle. Hay and straw also available to the public. Wholesale Farm. Food for Thought Farm 522 Breezewood Rd., Bigelow 501-213-5561 www.facebook.com/foodforthoughtfarm

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Sustainable farm with gardens, orchards, pigs, goats, chickens and rabbits. No pesticides, herbicides, hormones, GMOs or anything toxic used in growing or packaging. Wholesale Farm. Foodshed Farms at St. Joseph Farm 6800 Camp Robinson Rd., North Little Rock www.stjosephfarm.com A diversified sustainable agriculture enterprise that provides education, community outreach and hunger relief. Runs a community supported agriculture cooperative with farmers in the Arkansas Delta, maintains a food forest, community garden and hosts farm to table dinners. On-site farm stand open during the week. CSA. Geislers Holiday Forest Christmas Tree Farm 2406 Clapboard Hill Rd., Little Rock 501-224-3797 Christmas tree farm featuring eastern white pine, Virginia pine, Leyland cypress, Carolina sapphire and native Eastern red cedar. Cut your own, saws provided. On-Farm Sales. Goatroper Farms 13 S. Beryl Rd., Jacksonville 501-313-9296 https://www.facebook.com/goatroperfarms Small family farm in central Arkansas that both rescues and breeds goats and chickens. On-Farm Sales. Gudahl Gardens 1616 Scenic Dr., Perryville 501-889-5369 Local farm offering blackberries, blueberries, corn, flowers, okra, squash, strawberries, tomatoes and other vegetables. Wholesale Farm. Harvey’s Honey 48 Shoshoni Dr., Sherwood 501-835-3428 Apiary that produces honey, beeswax and pollen. Wholesale Farm. Hastings Bransford 32 Tallyho Ln., Little Rock 501-225-8083 Grows tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, green beans, okra, peppers and wild flowers. Sells at Little Rock Farmers Market. Wholesale Farm. Hill Greenhouse Nursery 362 Copperas Gap Rd., Houston 501-889-5260 arkansasfoodandfarm.com

Nursery offering trees, shrubs, plants, perennials, annuals, fruit trees and vegetable plants. On-Farm Sales. Hillcrest Farmers Market 2200 Kavanaugh Blvd., Little Rock 501-661-1129 Little Rock-area locally grown produce, also jams, jellies, pastries, cut flowers and food trucks. Farmers Market. Holiday Forest 2406 Clapboard Hill Rd., Little Rock 501-224-3797 Christmas trees available, including Virginia pine, Eastern red cedar and Leyland cypress. Provides saws. On-Farm Sales. Holland Bottom Farms Produce Stand 1255 Hwy. 321, Cabot 501-843-7152 www.hollandbottomfarm.com Pre-picked strawberries, squash, cucumbers, zucchini, tomatoes, okra, purple hull peas, sweet corn, Vidalia-type onions, Irish potatoes, sweet potatoes, watermelons (including seedless), cantaloupe, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, plums, nectarines, peppers, pumpkins, turnip greens, local honey and homemade jams. On-Farm Sales. Hot Springs Biofeedback Center 100 Baxter St., Hot Springs 501-624-1426 www.themedicalalternative.com Manufactures herbal extracts and natural medicines. Herbs come from Montgomery County. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Wholesale Farm. Hot Springs Farmers and Artisans Market 121 Orange St., Hot Springs Locally grown vegetables, fruits, berries, meat, eggs, breads, jams, jellies and many others. Farmers Market. India Blue Farm 12407 Davis Ranch Rd., Cabot 501-580-4212 Small family farm growing heirloom tomatoes and cut flowers. Also raises livestock. Wholesale Farm. Jacksonville Farmers Market 9 Municipal Dr., Jacksonville 501-982-4171 Farmers market hosted by the city of Jacksonville. Jane Elaine’s Plants and Produce 4011 Hwy. 294., Jacksonville 501-765-3202

Grows seasonal produce including blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, figs, peaches, plums, peas, green beans, squash, onions, potatoes, okra, corn, eggplant and tomatoes. Wholesale Farm. Jennifer Harper 200 Walter Adams Trail, Jessieville 501-984-5095 Small family-owned garden that produces organic seasonal produce. Wholesale Farm. Just Picked Vegetables 4007 W. Cleland Rd., Cabot 501-988-1003 U-pick seasonal produce including broccoli, bok choy, collard greens, kale and sugar snap peas. Karen Ott Mayer 3199 Wilburn Rd., Heber Springs 501-362-3253 www.heritagefarmworks.com Pasture-based hog and cattle farm. Practices sustainable and conservation practices and farms without chemicals, antibiotics, hormones or confinement. Wholesale Farm. K-Bee Honey 12 Houston Dr., Sherwood 501-833-0649 Apiary with honey for sale to the public. Wholesale Farm. Kellogg Valley Farms 11009 Sayles Rd., Jacksonville 501-773-3905 Grows vegetables on 2 acres and freerange chickens on another acre. Wholesale Farm. Kwanisai Produce 13803 Upper Steel Bend Rd., Scott 501-690-3317 Grows onions, blueberries, butternut squash, tomatoes, peas, apples, peaches, jalapeño peppers, yellow squash, green onions, potatoes, radishes, spinach, carrots, melons, cucumbers, beets and bell peppers. Sells at the River Market Farmers Market. Wholesale Farm. Lake in the Willows Apiary 11801 Willow Ln., Scott 501-920-1381 Honey and bee sales on-site, at farmers markets and at special events. Also offers beeswax candles and beauty products. 9:00 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Wholesale Farm. FOOD & FARM | 35

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The Locals 1024 Van Ronkle, Conway 479-259-1727 www.thelocals.be A coffee shop, community hub and market space for local products and ideas. Hosts live music shows, meetings, workshops and other special events. Farmers Market. Market at Green Tree 9305 Rodney Parham Rd., Little Rock 501-225-6303 visitgreentree.com Showcases fresh, locally grown produce and grocery items during the Arkansas growing season. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Farmers Market. McMurray Farms 24123 Hwy. 65 S., Woodson 501-397-2606 All vegetables available except for fruit tree products. On-Farm Sales. Me and McGee Produce 10409 Hwy. 70., North Little Rock 501-454-6701 Grows several different types of tomatoes, peppers, beans, peas, cucumbers, okra, onions, peaches, strawberries, melons and corn. On-Farm Sales. Melissa Mencer 12300 Case Rd., Little Rock Produces honey, beeswax and beeswax candles. Wholesale Farm. Meurer Grass Fed Beef 37 Bayou Rd., Vilonia 501-733-2855

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Grass and hay fed beef with no hormones, steroids or antibiotics. Wholesale Farm.

Certified organic vegetable farm located in the northernmost part of Pulaski County. CSA.

Mountain High Produce 1000 East Justice Rd., Cabot 501-983-8881

Park Hill Home 1011 Oak St., Conway 501-358-3537 https://www.facebook.com/parkhillhome

U-pick strawberries during season. Call for availability. U-Pick Farm. Mud Hollow Greenhouse 325 Mud Hollow Ln, St. Joe 870-439-2531 Grows heirloom variety bedding plants and herbs all naturally. Wholesale Farm. Natural Born Tillers Inc. 291 Kight Trail., Hot Springs 501-520-5836 Seasonal produce including tomatoes, beans, cucumbers, eggplant, squash, peppers, beets, lettuce, melons and herbs. Wholesale Farm. North Little Rock Community Garden 2400 Lakeview Rd, North Little Rock 925-303-6344 https://www.facebook.com/NLRCommunityFarm Half-acre intensive school farm that raises vegetables and eggs for market in North Little Rock. Sells produce and eggs through a mobile farmers market, weekly farm stand and at local farmers markets. Also functions as an educational tool for the school district and is open to the public for tours, work days and to host events for the community. Farmers Market. North Pulaski Farms 13018 Ellen Cove, Cabot 501-240-4233.

The retail home of Park Hill Collection, which sells farm-inspired decorative and practical items. On-Farm Sales. Perry County Farmers Market Perryville City Park, Perryville 501-889-5124 Local produce from within 25 miles of market. WIC-approved market. Farmers Market. Quail Valley Grasses 7509 Cantrell Rd., Little Rock 501-975-6281 Arkansas State Plant Board certified grass and sod installation. Wholesale Farm. Rattleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garden 1472 Hwy. 64 E., Vilonia 501-941-0331 www.rattlesgarden.com Small chemical-free market garden that sells organic lettuce, spinach, Swiss chard, broccoli, cabbage, heirloom tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, eggplant, sweet peppers, summer squash, winter squash, sweet potatoes and cut flowers. CSA. Reederâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christmas Tree Farm 5610 E. Sardis Rd., Hensley 501-888-1216 Pick your own Christmas tree from a selection of Virginia pine, white pine, arkansasfoodandfarm.com

Leyland cypress, Eastern red cedar or Burkii cedar. On-Farm Sales. Rick Jensen 10920 Maumelle Blvd., Maumelle 501-517-2834 Picked fresh products including berries, peaches, melons, figs and grapes. Wholesale Farm. River Market Farmers Market 400 President Clinton Ave., Little Rock 501-375-2552 www.rivermarket.info Open-air farmers market beneath the River Market Pavilions in Little Rock. Wide selection of produce, prepared food and crafts from around the state. Farmers Market. SalScilla Farms 845 Lollie Rd., Mayflower https://www.facebook.com/salscillafarms Fresh produce, including tomatoes and greens. Wholesale Farm. Schaefers Collins Produce Farm 864 Lollie Rd., Mayflower 501-470-0014 Seasonal produce including sweet corn, cranberry beans, purple hull peas, cucumbers, squash, tomatoes, potatoes, eggplants, peppers, watermelons and cantaloupe. Fall decorations available including pumpkins, Indian corn, corn stalks and gourds. Pumpkin patch hayrides in autumn. On-Farm Sales. Scott Heritage Farm 15301 Alexander Rd., Scott 501-831-7881 scottheritagefarm.org A 30-acre Community Supported Agriculture family farm, participant in Arkansas Grown Farm To table program. CSA. Scott Staples 15205 Clinton Rd, North Little Rock 501-851-6014 Small hobby farm raising chickens and guineas. On-Farm Sales.

Shuffield Family Farm 10124 Garrison Rd., Little Rock 501-285-5017

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Offering organic salad greens, herbs, sprouts, tomatoes, squash, melons, beans, peas, wheat grass, cabbage and peppers. Wholesale Farm. Sow and Sow Gardens 1016 Yarrow Dr., North Little Rock 501-961-1178 www.sowandsowgardens.com Urban garden growing tomatoes, cucumbers, broccoli, lettuce and beans. Wholesale Farm. St. Ambrose Apiary 7 Pinnacle Pt., Little Rock 501-603-9650

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Extensive Wine & Drink Menu plus Full Bar!

Little Rock-area beekeeper with honey products available. Wholesale Farm. Stevi Nelson 211 Steed Rd., North Little Rock Home gardener who sells surpluses at local farmers markets. Wholesale Farm.

Open Tuesday - Saturday Lunch - 11a.m. - 2 p.m. • Dinner - 5 p.m. - Until Bar opens at 5 • Happy Hour 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. 3812 JFK Blvd., NLR • 501-771-6900 www.irasparkhillgrill.com

Nutritious can be delicious. Check out our lineup of fun and informative culinary classes at www.rockefellerinstitute.org/culinary.

Sherwood Farmers Market 2303 East Lee., Sherwood 501-835-4699 www.keepsherwoodbeautiful.net Arkansas-grown products from all around central Arkansas. 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Thurs. Farmers Market.

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Stewart’s Apiary 14806 Cedar Heights Rd., North Little Rock 501-851-1746 Pure honey from soybean flowers. On-Farm Sales. Sue’s Garden 744 Walkers Corner Rd., Scott 501-590-4904 Local producer of vegetables and fruit sold in Little Rock-area Kroger stores, on the farm or at local farmers markets. Wholesale Farm.

Unique Craft and Green House 307 E. Sevier St., Benton 501-776-0297 Sells a variety of house plants and bedding plants. Part of the Stride House Community Support Program, a division of the Counseling Clinic, Inc. Wholesale Farm.

Different varieties of heirloom tomatoes available in season. Wholesale Farm. Val Sviridov 5003 W. Republican Rd., Jacksonville 501-416-0730

Ranch raises USDA-certified beef. Wholesale Farm.

Grows seasonal produce including apples and peaches. Wholesale Farm.

Swiminn Farm 211 Foxwood Ln., Ward 501-605-9328

Vaughn and Vaden Goff 22728 N Springlake Rd., Hensley 501-563-5924

Sells pasture-raised Duroc and Hampshire hogs, corn-fed wean to harvest. Call ahead for appointment. Wholesale Farm.

Small garden with seasonal produce. Wholesale Farm.

Small family farm that raises goats, bees, chickens and produces goat’s milk and beeswax products, including soap, lotion, body butter, lip balm, solid perfumes and laundry soap. Available at the Freckled Frog in Little Rock. Wholesale Farm. Tasty Acres 15612 Faulkner Lake Rd., North Little Rock 501-961-1476 www.facebook.com/TastyAcres Small family farm in the Scott area. Farms on approximately 7 acres and seeks to broaden people’s culinary horizons by offering classic favorite vegetables in slightly different colors and shapes than the grocery store norm. On-Farm Sales.

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WaterVeg 4608 Colvert Rd., Little Rock 501-786-2126 www.waterveg.com Waterveg aquaponics is leading a new method for urban farming. Locally grown vegetables and herbs for commercial sales. Wholesale Farm. Westover Hills Farmers Market 6400 Kavanaugh Blvd., Little Rock 501-420-4132 www.westoverhills.org

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Selection of central Arkansas vendors of fruits, vegetables, and prepared products. 4p.m.-7p.m. Tue. Farmers Market. Willow Springs Market Garden 4924 Willow Springs Rd., Little Rock 501-247-5077 www.facebook.com/WSMGLLC

The Dragon’s 85 Liberty Ln. Apt. A., Cabot

Sells tomato, lettuce, spinach, peas, peppers, pumpkins, strawberries, herbs and flowers. Available at Hillcrest Farmers Market and Bernice Garden Farmers Market in Little Rock. Wholesale Farm.

Makes local products including soap, body butter, lip balm, ointment, candles and knitted goods. Wholesale Farm.

Wye Mountain Flowers and Berries 20309 Hwy. 113, Roland 501-330-1906

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U-pick blackberries, blueberries and raspberries. Also offers cut flowers. U-Pick Farm

V.L. Cox 4210 Glenmere Rd., North Little Rock 501-786-1382

SW Certified Beef 488 Hwy. 64 W., Beebe 501-882-6182

Tammy Sue’s Critters 4 Cheyenne Trail., North Little Rock 501-920-1532 www.tammysuescritters.com

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Holiday Island Bella Vista • Eureka Gravette • Gepp • • Springs • Omaha • Bentonville • Avoca Mountain H Berryville • • Decatur • • • Centerton• • Rogers Ch Gassville • YellvilleCotter • • Green Forest • Harrison • Elm • • • Everton Bruno Springs• • Springdale • Huntsville Western Grove • • Siloam Springs • • • Har Kingston Jasper Fayetteville Melbour • Harriet Farmington • • • • Mount P • Greenland • • Parthenon • Elkins Prairie Fork Leslie Grove • West • •M • Deer • Evansville • Winslow Pettigrew• • Fallsville Witt Spring • • Dennard Northwest Arkansas • Shirley Cedarville Clinton • • Rudy • • Alma • • MulberryOzark • Clarksville Bee Branch • • Altus Lamar Jerusalem • • • Cleveland NORTHWEST ARKANSAS • • Fort Smith Dover • Center Ridge Lavaca London • • • Hattieville • Guy • Charleston• U-Pick Farms, Wholesale and On-Farm • Paris Russellville • • • • Springfield • R Sales, Farmers Markets, CSAs • Booneville Dardanelle • Atkins • MorriltonConway Vilon •E • • • Huntington Perry • • Belleville Perryville Houston Cabot Rover • • •Bigelow • • Mayflower Ja• Waldron • • • Roland Sherwo • Central Arkansas Parks North • • ScLi Little Rock • • Jessieville • Mabelvale Hot Springs Village•• • Mena Woods • Benton • Mount Ida Hot Springs • Bauxite •• Hensle • Royal • 479-254-0254 Bismarck • Malvern • Poyen Black Angus beef, hormone- and antibiA Twisted Bloom • Prattsville • downtownbentonville.org/events/ otic-free, grass- and grain-fed. Delivery • Sheridan • 112 Hailey Dr., Centerton • Grannis Donaldson • farmers-market options available. On-Farm Sales. 479-366-4420 • • Dierks A producer-only market • Arkadelphia that sells local Arkansas-grown plants, fresh flow• De Queen Armstead Mountain Farm foods, produce, meats, along with arts ers and herbs in antique and eclectic 14733 White Oak Mountain Rd., • Rison Nashville and crafts. With special programming • containers finished with Arkansas Jerusalem Gentry

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driftwood and planted in 100-year-old Ozark barnwood. Wholesale Farms.

A&A Orchards 2731 CR 645, Green Forest 870-438-6749 Orchard that offers on-farm sales of apples and peaches. On-Farm Sales. ABC Nature Greenhouse 509 CR 1750, London 479-885-6575 Herbs, plants and medicinal products. Wholesale Farms. Alma Farmers Market 533 Fayetteville Ave., Alma 479-632-4127 Alma-area produce and prepared foods. Farmers Markets. Ames Orchard 18292 Wildlife Rd., Fayetteville 501-443-0282 Grows a wide variety of apples and pears for the Fayetteville Farmers Market. Wholesale Farms. Anglin Beef 5985 S.W. Anglin Rd., Bentonville 479-795-2147

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Ashley’s Blueberries 245 CR 329, Eureka Springs 501-253-8344 Sells organic high-bush blueberries. U-Pick Farms. Bates Hay Farm 2621 Old 7 Hwy., Dover 501-331-3576 Bermuda grass hay available in round or square bales. On-Farm Sales. Bean Mountain Farms HC 62, Box 665, Deer 479-225-8179 Specializes in naturally-grown heirloom and open-pollinated plants. Onsite sales by appointment only. Wholesale Farms. Bentonville Farmers Market 105 N. Main St. (Bentonville Square, 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat.) 1101 SW Citizens Cr. (Bentonville Community Center, 2:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Wed.)

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• broccoli, Sells melons, lettuce, onions, • Ashdown peppers, cabbage, green beans, greens, • squash, corn, tomatoes, celery, soybeans, cucumbers, turnips, radishes,• Texarkana Berryville Farmers Market Louann • beets, sweet potatoes, potatoes and • Fouke 601 Dr. Spurlin Cr., Berryville cauliflower. Wholesale Farms. 870-654-5589 Magnolia Foreman

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Locally grown seasonal produce, •flowEl Dorado ers,• Bradley eggs and baked goods. From April Junction City 27-Oct. 31. 7:30 a.m.-noon Sat. • Farmers Markets. Big D Beef 173 Miller Lane, Center Ridge 501-208-6120 Produces grass-fed, grain-finished beef. Wholesale Farms. Black Sheep Ranch 15451 Jones Branch Rd., Winslow 530-587-2912 Specializes in antibiotic-, hormone-, pesticide- and herbicide-free grass-fed lamb as well as probiotic-rich fermented (pickled) vegetables. On-Farm Sales. Blossom Nursery 216 CR 326, Eureka Springs 501-253-7895 Regionally adapted, container grown fruit and nut plants. On-Farm Sales. FOOD & FARM | 39

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The Blueberry Barn 650 Lippert Dr., Rogers 479-636-9640 U-pick blueberries. Call for picking conditions. U-Pick Farms. The Blueberry Patch 1201 Longview Dr., Rogers 479-631-2483 Offers pre-picked and u-pick blueberries. Buckets and bags furnished. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat. U-Pick Farms.

Cleveland 501-592-3367 Offers blackberries in June, blueberries and grapes in July and fresh vegetables May through September. Sells at the Little Rock Farmers Market and allows orders directly from the farm. On-Farm Sales. Central Ozarks Farmers and Artisans Market Court Park Square, Harrison

Bluebird Hill Berry Farm 3434 Bells Chapel Rd. East, Atkins 479-641-0987

Farmers market offering produce, crafts and flowers. 7 a.m.-noon Tue., Sat. June-Oct. Farmers Markets.

Thornless blackberries, muscadines and seedless grapes. Seasonal vegetables available including sugar snap peas, sweet corn, okra, summer squash, hot peppers, eggplant, green beans, tomatoes and purple hull peas. Custom pea-shelling available. On-Farm Sales.

Cline Berry Farm 224 S. Spruce St., Harrison 870-741-7121

Bluebird Song Farm 5260 Chastain Rd., Mulberry 479-997-1996 Conventionally grown muscadine grapes and blueberries. U-pick fruit and blueberry bushes for sale. U-Pick Farms. Cedar Creek Farm and Hobbtown Grassfed 8800 Prater Ln., Cedarville 479-650-1104 100-percent grass-fed beef, pastured pork, pastured poultry, pastured goats and free-range eggs. All antibotic/hormone/steroid free. Available at the Fort Smith Farmers Market. Wholesale Farms. Cedar Rock Acres 1171 Claude Schoolhouse Rd., 40 | FOOD & FARM

Offers several varieties of blueberries during season. U-Pick Farms. Cobblestone Project P.O. Box 1242, Fayetteville Farm project established to help impoverished and food insecure people. CSAs. Conway County Farmers Market 117 S. Moose St., Morrilton 501-354-2393 Locally grown, in-season fruits and vegetables. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat. Farmers Markets. The Country Pumpkin 1325 Main St., Centerton 479-795-2563 Offers several varieties of pumpkins, decorative gourds and squash. Sells crafts in a small country store. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Sun. On-Farm Sales.

Cox Berry Farm 1081 Hwy. 818, Clarksville 479-754-3707 Offers strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, tomatoes, peaches, apples, pumpkins and nursery plants. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat. U-Pick Farms. Crabtree Farms and Produce 1434 Alma Dr., Alma 479-632-6069 Cantaloupe and watermelon available in summer, approximately 100 pumpkins in the fall. On-Farm Sales. David J. Dajani 12238 Sheehan Rd., West Fork Family farm producing okra, peppers and tomatoes. Wholesale Farms. Debbie Brown 21199 Summer Hill Rd., Winslow 479-459-1340 Seasonal produce, herbs and native plants. Wholesale Farms. Dickey Farms 14306 Wildcat Creek Rd., Springdale 479-361-9975 Offers tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, lettuce, broccoli, cucumbers, squash, winter squash and pumpkins. 4 p.m.7:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Sat., 1-7:30 p.m. Sun. On-Farm Sales. The Dirty Farmers Community Market 364 Main St., Clinton 501-253-4716 Farmers market features locally-grown produce and The Greater Good Café, where you “eat what you need and pay what you can.” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tue.-Sat. Farmers Markets. arkansasfoodandfarm.com

Dogwood Hills Guest Farm 544 Cozahome Rd., Harriet 870-448-4870 A homestead guest farm that sells eggs, milk and herbs. Daily On-Farm Sales. Dowell Farms 103 Marina Rd., Russellville 501-680-8811 Sells mixed grass hay in 400-pound bales. On-Farm Sales. Downtown Fort Smith Farmers Market 201 Garrison Ave., Fort Smith 479-784-1001 Farmers market with verified growers and artisans. Fresh produce, crafts and prepared foods available, along with regular live music. 7 a.m.-noon Sat. Farmers Markets. Drewry Farm and Orchards 267 Vaughn Cr., Dover 479-331-2987 Features homemade fresh fudge and baked goods, seasonal vegetables, commercial greenhouse shrubs, plants, fruit trees, berry plants and bedding plants. Sells honey from bees raised on site. On-Farm Sales. Dripping Springs Garden 1558 CR 548, Huntsville 870-545-3658 One of Arkansas’ oldest organic farms, offering seasonal produce, cut flowers and educational outreach. CSAs, Wholesale Farms. Eliza Wood 15124 E. Hwy. 264, Lowell 501-756-5688 Farm offering seasonal vegetables and fresh flowers. Wholesale Farms. Eureka Springs Farmers Market 2075 E. Van Buren St., Eureka Springs 507-413-2573 Produce, eggs, beef, pork, honey, flowers, fruit trees, planting vegetables, ornamental plants and baked goods. Free coffee. 7 a.m.-noon, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Tue.-Thurs. (April-Nov), 9 a.m.-noon Thurs. (Nov-April) Farmers Markets. Ewe Bet Farm 1020 Wallis Rd., Cave Springs 479-903-5556 Small diversified grass-pasture-based farm. On-Farm Sales. Falling Sky Farm 4154 Hwy. 254 E., Leslie arkansasfoodandfarm.com

Raises chickens, turkeys, pigs, cattle and grass. Cattle are 100 percent grass fed, and the poultry and pigs are supplemented with a custom-mixed GMO-free grain ration. Antibiotic-, steroid- and hormone-free meat. Wholesale Farms. Farmland Adventures 5355 Parsons Rd., Springdale 479-799-5033 A u-pick pumpkin patch that features a corn maze, petting zoo, pony rides, a play area for kids, campfires, wagon rides and pig races. On-Farm Sales. The Farmstead 2162 Short Mountain Rd., Paris 479-963-9999 Offers lamb in late spring, goat kids in January and mid-summer, fresh eggs and goat’s milk. Grows some seasonal produce. On-Farm Sales. Fayetteville Farmers’ Market 101 W. Mountain St. (Fayetteville Square, 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Tue., Thu.; 7 a.m.2 p.m. Sat.) 612 S. College Ave. (Jefferson Center, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sun.) 479-236-2910 www.fayettevillefarmersmarket.org Arkansas' largest farmers market, featuring certified local produce, meats, and prepared foods. Jefferson Center Market opened for summer May. Farmers Markets. Fiddlehead Farm 993 CR 601, Berryville 870-423-4681 Farm that produces seasonal vegetables and cut flowers. Wholesale Farms. Fishback Apiaries 10750 Fishback Rd., Gravette 479-795-2021 Offers Arkansas honey. Call in advance for details. On-Farm Sales. Fly Creek Valley Farm 15996 Greasy Valley Rd., Prairie Grove 479-848-0137 Breeder of Dorper and Dorper-cross feeder lambs and commercial breeding stock. On-Farm Sales. Foundation Farm 10 Woolridge, Eureka Springs 479-253-7461 Farm and school offering fresh local produce and free classes on how to farm. CSAs.

Franklin County Farmers Market 300 W. Commercial St., Ozark 479-667-2525 Local produce and crafts from area growers. 7 a.m.-10 a.m. Sat. Farmers Markets. Garner Hill Farm 631 W. College Ave., Harrison 870-204-6495 Sells natural, pasture-raised pork, beef and lamb. USDA inspected. Limited delivery available. Wholesale Farms. Gentry Farmers’ Market 500 E. Main St., Gentry 479-871-1052 Located under the pavilion at the Chicken Coop (the old Farmers’ Coop). Offers fresh food, quality arts and good music. Will accept EBT/debit cards. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. Farmers Markets. Giraffe Gardens 2692 Powell St., Springdale 479-750-4141 Farm offering seasonal produce including onions, leeks, garlic, beans, corn, tomatoes, peppers, celery, bamboo shoots, beets, carrots, potatoes, flowers, herbs and raspberries. Wholesale Farms. Gravette Farmers Market 110 Park Dr., Gravette 479-787-5368 Market features fresh and locally grown produce, live folk music on market days. WIC and Senior Nutrition vouchers accepted. Farmers Markets. Green Forest Farmers Market Green Forest Public Square, Green Forest 870-480-6071 Local farmers market trying to make fresh produce available to the public within the most economical means possible. 7 a.m.-noon Wed. MarchOctober. Farmers Markets. Green Fork Farm 12848 Little Elm Rd., Farmington Raises livestock outdoors on-pasture with certified organic grains. Products include eggs, beef, chicken, pork, duck, vegetables, herbs, microgreens and salsa. Wholesale Farms. Green Fork Farmers Market 205 W. Dickson St., Fayetteville 479-225-5075

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Year-round farmers market sells vegetables, herbs, fruit, honey, eggs, mushrooms, chicken, duck, lamb, pork, beef, salsa, lacto-fermented kraut, baked goods, plants, herbal soaps, bath and beauty products. Indoor market, open rain or shine. Pre-order system available online to reserve products for pickup at the market. 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Wed. Farmers Markets. Greg Trimble 22431 U.S. Hwy. 71 N., Winslow 479-220-2514 Produces free-range, grass-fed beef and free-range pork. Wholesale Farms. Hamilton Farms 11309 N. Main St., Gentry 479-366-8155 Seasonal produce available. On-Farm Sales. Heifer Creek Highlands 288 Heifer Creek Rd., Springfield Free range, all-natural Scots Highland lean beef by the side or half-side. No hormones, antibiotics or steroids. USDA-butchered, custom cut and custom wrapped, then dry aged. Advance notice from 1 to 4 weeks for shipping. Wholesale Farms. Hobbtown Grassfed 8800 Prater Ln., Cedarville 479-650-1104 Multi-generational farm specializing in sustainable grass and forage based livestock production. Does not use hormones, antibiotics, insecticides or pesticides. Wholesale Farms. Holiday Island Farmers Market 2 Holiday Island Dr., Holiday Island Heirloom vegetables, herbs, eggs and crafts. 8 a.m.-noon Fri. Farmers Markets. Jerry Gill Farm 2004 Newtown Rd., Alma 479-651-4733 Large round and small square bales of hay available. On-Farm Sales. Jerry Markham 3434 Bells Chapel Rd. E. 7, Atkins 479-264-0197 Sells blackberries and blueberries in June, muscadines in September, seasonal vegetables, grass-fed beef and free-range eggs year-round through the locallygrown.net network. On-Farm Sales. 44 | FOOD & FARM

Joe LaRoche 1202 E. Walnut St., Rogers 479-925-0018

Family-owned company grows, harvests and sells wood products. Wholesale Farms.

Honey for pick-up or local delivery in the Rogers area. On-Farm Sales.

Mason Creek Farm 15620 Black Oak Quarry Rd., Fayetteville 479-422-6000

Johnson County Farmers Market 400 Cabin Creek Rd., Lamar 479-885-6575 New market offering produce from Lamar-area growers. Noon-4:30 p.m. Tue., Thurs., Sat. Farmers Markets. Justine Griffis 189 Jackpot Rd., Witts Springs 870-496-2804 Produces composted horse manure that is heat treated to kill weed seed and pathogens, then sifted, weighed and bagged. Contains no wood products or rocks. Chemical and pesticide free. On-Farm Sales. Kaufman Farms 122 Kaufman Ln., Hattieville 501-354-1902 Several varieties of hay available in square or round bales. Wholesale Farms. Lewis Miller 195 Arrowhead Dr., Morrilton 501-215-0808

Subscription farm offering delivery services of pastured poultry, eggs, organic herbs and heirloom vegetables. CSAs, Wholesale Farms. Matkins Flowers and Greenhouse Inc. 205 S.W. Third St., Bentonville 479-273-7511 Retail and wholesale greenhouse growing seasonal vegetables and flowers. Wholesale Farms. McCool Farms 10946 Hunts Cemetery Rd., Rover 479-264-9182 Producer of seasonal vegetables, including summer crops and a fall pumpkin patch. 9a.m.-5p.m. Mon.-Fri. On-Farm Sales. McGuire Farms 2325 Reed Ave., Springdale 479-751-3352

Lisa Judd 410 Madison 3175, Pettigrew 479-677-2382

Sells beets, blueberries, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, cantaloupe, Chinese cabbage, collards, cucumbers, dill, eggplant, figs, green beans, kale, kohlrabi, lettuce, mustard, orka, peaches, peanuts, peas, peppers, persimmons, poke salat and potatoes. Wholesale Farms.

Small farm grows seasonal vegetables, sells honey and potted plants. Wholesale Farms.

MelonJ Gardens 126 Water Ave., Elm Springs 479-601-3099

Maple Gorge Farm 12601 Greasy Valley Rd., Prairie Grove 479-846-4485

Offers a variety of gardening services, from simple tilling and soil preparation to full garden installation and maintenance throughout the growing season. Also offers an on-site and u-pick market. U-Pick Farms.

Round bales of wrapped hay, 800-900 pounds. Wholesale Farms.

Sells registered Alpine and Saanen dairy goats, hardy-wool sheep, eggs, pork, fleeces, lamb, goat and raw goat milk. On-Farm Sales. Marty Sokol 905 Madison 2349, Huntsville Certified naturally grown farm located between Huntsville and Kingston. Most crops are seasonal and grown outside and include beans, beets, cucumbers, herbs, leeks, okra, peppers, radishes, squash, tomatoes, turnips and zucchini. Wholesale Farms. Marwood Inc. Hwys. 21 and 16, Fallsville 870-428-5445

Mike Baldwin Route 2, Box 1446, Dardanelle 501-229-4510 Hay available in square or round bales. Wholesale Farms. Neal Family Farm 1246 W. Laurel Ave., Rogers 479-659-1750 U-pick blueberries in season. U-Pick Farms. Newton County Farmers Market 504 W. Court St., Jasper 870-446-2240 arkansasfoodandfarm.com

Produce and crafts from Newton County. WIC participant. 7 a.m.-noon Wed., 4-6 p.m. Fri. May-Nov. Farmers Markets. Northwest Arkansas Local Harvest P.O. Box 2968, Fayetteville 479-251-1882 Community supported agriculture operator in northwest Arkansas. Offers four 8-week seasons. CSAs. Oak Hill Farm 327 CR 244, Holiday Island 479-253-5092 Certified organic, no-till vegetable production primarily for farmers markets. Available at Bentonville and Eureka Springs farmers markets. Wholesale Farms. Ozark Mountain Market Corner of Oak and Main streets, Leslie 870-504-1034 A bimonthly produce and crafts market. Second and fourth Sat. April-October. Farmers Markets. Ozark Plant Farm 21199 Summers Hill Rd., Winslow 479-459-1340 Seasonal produce, including cabbage, celery, green beans, tomatoes, kale, swiss chard and more. 7 a.m.-8 p.m. daily. On-Farm Sales. Ozark Wildflower Co. HC 70 Box 169, Jasper 870-446-5629 Nursery offering more than 200 native and ornamental perennials. Wholesale Farms. P.C.H. Farms 3243 S. Roseville St., Altus 479-468-0070 Sells 1,100-pound round bales of hay. Wholesale Farms. Pampered Pioneer Soaps and Sundries 12656 Pioneer Ln., Gentry 497-721-2798 All natural, handmade soaps. On-Farm Sales. Paris Farmers Market 25 West Walnut, Paris 707-502-5544 Farmers Market on the courthouse square in Paris. Vendors are all required to be strictly Arkansas growers,

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producers, craftsmen and artisans. Farmers Markets. Patrick and Judy Odle 601 Peyton Creek Rd., Dennard 501-745-6891 Chickens and milk. Wholesale Farms. Peach Pickin’ Paradise 1901 McGuire Rd., Lamar 479-754-2006 Mark Morgan’s farm grows peaches and nectarines. 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat. June-August. U-Pick Farms. Pine Grove Christmas Tree Farm No. 1 2919 Yocum St., Charleston 479-965-2130 Pick your own Christmas tree from several types available. On-Farm Sales. Pine Ridge Gardens 832 Sycamore Rd., London 479-293-4359 Offers a wide variety of Arkansas native trees, shrubs, vines, grasses and wildflowers. Wholesale Farms. Pope County Farmers Market 2200 W. Main St., Russellville 479-747-5429 Arkansas produce sold directly by the grower. Farmers Markets. Prestonrose Farm 201 St. Louis Valley Rd., Paris 479-847-5174 Small, organic (certification in progress) farm producing heirloom vegetables and fruit, including herbs, beans, peanuts, potatoes, cotton, flowers, melons and squash. Wholesale Farms. Ranalli Farms 2122 W. Henri De Tonti Blvd., Springdale 479-361-4313 Seasonal vegetables, grapes and blueberries. On-Farm Sales. Razorback Koi 838 Hwy. 21 S., Berryville 501-772-2296 Koi and other goldfish species for garden ponds. Wholesale Farms. Renee’s Berry Garden 1265 Will Baker Rd., London 479-293-3229

Pre-picked and U-pick blueberries. Call ahead for picking conditions. U-Pick Farms. Renegade Hens 1421 Feast Place, Rogers 479-640-0936 Offers free-range eggs. Wholesale Farms. Rivendell Gardens HCR 72 Box 34, Parthenon 870-446-5783 Certified organic fruits and vegetables, USDA-inspected meats. Wholesale Farms. Riverbend Gardens 5149 S. Shaeffer Rd., Fayetteville 479-283-5614 Cut flowers, vegetables and small fruits. Flowers include daffodils, tulips, irises, peonies, dahlias, gladioli, tuberoses, bee balm, phlox and more in season. Wholesale Farms. Roberson Orchards Farm Market Hwy. 14 E., Omaha 877-504-9050 Peaches, vegetables in summer, apples in fall. Store carries a selection of dried fruits, nuts, honey, sorghum, jams, jellies, relishes and candies. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily Aug-Feb. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily JuneSept. Farmers Markets. Rogers Farmers Market Corner of First and Walnut, Rogers 479-246-8383 Farm fresh produce and local crafts. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Wed., Sat. April 27-Nov. Farmers Markets. Round Mountain Farm 18235 Wildlife Rd., Fayetteville 479-444-6075 Offers premium USDA-inspected lambs, by the cut. Sheep are all pastureraised. Selling at the Fayetteville Farmers Market. Wholesale Farms. Rudy Rebels Ranch 5020 N. Rudy Rd., Rudy 479-459-3380 Produces grass-fed beef products, eggs and sheep. 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Mon.Fri., 8:00 a.m.-noon Sat. On-Farm Sales. Russellville Community Market 501 S. Phoenix Ave., Russellville 913-636-8193

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Online market sells products farmed within 150 miles of Russellville yearround. Farmers Markets. Sabras Garden 9672 Mount Zion Rd., Decatur 479-233-0582 Small garden project from Decatur offering vegetables and flowers. Wholesale Farms. Sadhana Lane Gardens 47 Sadhana Ln., Yellville 870-736-1758 Organically grown vegetables and herbs including tomatoes, cucumbers, basil, garlic, kale, collards, mustards and various greens. Pesto and pestobased products also for sale. Wholesale Farms. Schot’s Slopes Farm 134 Keystone Ln., Bruno 870-449-4294 All-natural free-range chickens, turkeys, raw milk and eggs. Wholesale Farms. Scott County Farmers Market 100 W. First St. (Scott County Courthouse), Waldron 479-207-1040 Tomatoes, potatoes, melons, peppers, fruits, berries and other produce. First Sat. of every month. Farmers Markets. Siloam Springs Farmers Market Corner of University and Mt. Olive, Siloam Springs 479-524-4556 Producer-only market offering fresh produce, garden and landscaping plants, fresh-cut flowers, seasonal vegetables, local raw honey, baked goods and crafts. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Tue. and Sat. Apr. 20-Oct. 26 Farmers Markets. Songbird Gardens 301 Michael St., Springdale 479-966-3255 An urban farm selling CSA-style garden boxes. CSAs. Souls Harbor NWA 1206 N. 2nd St., Rogers 615-927-2511 A transitional living facility for men that has launched a sustainable food program that includes a commercial kitchen and greenhouse. Products available on-site and at area farmers markets. Wholesale Farms.

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Springdale Farmers Market Corner of Hwy. 265 and East Emma, Springdale 479-466-1285 Fresh fruits and vegetables, herbs, honey, nuts, farm fresh eggs, frozen meat, flowers, plants, jams, jellies, baked goods, homemade soaps, wood furniture and crafts available. Accepts SNAP/EBT and WIC. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. May-Oct. Farmers Markets. Sta-N-Step Farm 3104 Wildcat Creek Blvd., Fayetteville 479-361-2789 Pick your own blackberries, blueberries and raspberries. 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tue., Sat. U-Pick Farms. Stephen Robins 12146 S. Robin Rd., Gentry 479-228-1121 Home-grown Black Angus-sired beef for sale. Quarters, halves and whole available. Wholesale Farms. Sugarland Farms 11029 Sugarland, Prairie Grove 479-790-7665 Offers organic beef. Wholesale Farms. Summer Kitchen Farm 3702 Wilson Hollow Rd., Fayetteville 479-263-9965 Partners with CSA and local markets to provide raw milk, eggs, pork, chicken and vegetables. Can buy directly from farm. Wholesale Farms, CSAs. Sweet Joe’s Honey 1202 E. Walnut St., Rogers 479-925-0018 Locally produced and harvested honey. On-Farm Sales. Tad Reed 21743 Mount Olive Rd., Elkins 479-643-3895 Family farm located just outside of Elkins that offers a variety of seasonal vegetables, flowers and herbs. On-Farm Sales. Taylor Farms 2016 S. Benton St., Searcy 501-268-3952 Organic soybeans. Wholesale Farms. Terrell Spencer 320 Bullard Rd., West Fork 479-601-5390

Pasture-raised chickens for eggs and meat. Processed in a USDA-inspected facility. Wholesale Farms. Tiffany Selvey 301 Michael St., Springdale 479-200-0588 Small urban garden in the heart of Springdale offering direct produce sales. On-Farm Sales. Tri Peaks Community Market West C St., Russellville 479-264-3682 Downtown market featuring local farmers, crafters, artists, musicians and food vendors. 8 a.m. to noon Sat. Farmers Markets. Voss Farm 70 Fryer Bridge Rd., Solgohachia 501-354-2021 Bermuda grass hay available in square or round bales. Wholesale Farms. Waterfall Hollow Farm 5854 Hwy. 21 S., Berryville 870-423-2773 Premium grass-finished beef from a homegrown herd. Steaks, roasts and other cuts available. Appointment only. Mon.-Fri. Wholesale Farms. West Fork Farmers Market Corner of Hwy. 170 and Campbell Loop, West Fork 479-225-1611 Market offers USDA meats, organic vegetables and artwork. The growers are expanding to year-round production and working to implement a “Farm to School” program with the West Fork Schools. 7:30 a.m.-noon Sat., 3 p.m.dusk Wed. Farmers Markets. Wildfire Farm 4059 CR 516, Huntsville 870-545-3120 Online farmers market serving Carroll County, as well as shares in a Community Supported Agriculture program. Wholesale Farms, CSAs. Windberry Farm 301 N. Railroad St., Winslow 479-521-4619 Has a mission to provide healthy food for the community without using synthetic fertilizers, herbicides or pesticides. Grows a variety of seasonal produce and animals that includes barley, chickens, muscadines, mustard greens, parsley, peppers, potatoes, arkansasfoodandfarm.com

raspberries, lettuce, squash, strawberries, sweet corn, sweet potatoes, Swiss chard, turnips, turnip greens, watermelons, yellow squash and zucchini. On-Farm Sales. Winslow Farmers Market Winslow Blvd., Winslow Features the on-site Winslow Garden that benefits Winslow Community Meals Inc. Garden is run by volunteers and the local 4-H Club. 9 a.m.-noon Sat. beginning in April. Farmers Markets. Wren Thicket Market 1041 S. School Ave., Fayetteville Year-round, online pre-order farmers market with pick-up at Firefighters Association Building; also some produce available to those who didn’t order. SNAP/EBT, SFMNP coupons accepted. 9 a.m.-noon Sat. Farmers Markets. Yellville Farmers Market 105 N. Berry St., Yellville 501-650-2356 Growers-only open air market in conjunction with “Music on the Square.” Offers locally grown vegetables, fruits, eggs, bedding and garden plants, baked goods, jams and jellies, worm castings and Ozark crafts. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Sat. 2nd week in April-2nd week in Sept. Farmers Markets.

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herbs, flowers, potted plants and mushrooms. Wholesale Farms. Barren Creek Farm 1105 CR 618, Mountain Home 870-425-6359 Offers lumber gleaned from the forest and fields of a rehabilitated family farm, including eastern red cedar, white and red oak, hickory and walnut. Also offers ducks, duck eggs, fish, ornamentals, and pork from a small-but-growing operation. By appointment only. On-Farm Sales. Bassham Orchard 3422 Hwy. 284 E., Wynne 870-238-2153 Growing peaches, apples and nectarines. On-Farm Sales. Beary Farms 486 U.S. Hwy. 412, Walnut Ridge 870-886-5515 Pumpkins and gourds. Call for availability. Late Nov-Dec. On-Farm Sales.

Bottomland Naturals 420 Beech St., Newport 870-523-5611 Produces edible birdseed houses and other birdseed products. 5:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Wholesale Farms. Bowers Plants 3450 Highway 135, Corning 870-259-3437 Bedding plants, potted flowers and hanging baskets. Wholesale Farms. Brood Farm 1054 Cypress Ln., Cave City 870-834-5315 Small market farm whose mission is to take care of the land and work and to eat well from its harvest. 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. 7 days by appointment. Wholesale Farms. Bryant Ranch 1001 Woodruff 250, Augusta 870-347-5468

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Registered beefmaster cattle and hay. On-Farm Sales. Cache River Valley Seed Hwy 226 E., Cash 870-477-5427

Cooper Farm 800 Dixon St., Melbourne 870-368-4555 Bermuda and mixed grass hay. On-Farm Sales.

Producer and processor of registered and certified seed including rice, soybeans, wheat, milo, corn and cotton. Wholesale Farms.

Corner Market Corner of Hwy. 64 and Hwy. 775, McCrory 501-281-0893

Carter Farms 671 CR 336, Cave City 870-283-5081

Local farm offering seasonal produce including cucumbers, green beans, green onions, okra, peas, peppers, potatoes, radishes, squash and tomatoes. On-Farm Sales.

Sells red and yellow meat watermelons, along with cantaloupes. On-Farm Sales. Carter-Cox Seeds Inc. 3162 Hwy. 90, Knobel 870-259-3231 Seed producer offering soybeans, rice, wheat, corn and milo seed. Wholesale Farms. Caubble Orchards 296 U.S. Hwy. 64 B, Wynne 870-238-8627 Various varieties of fruit including 30 varieties of peaches, five varieties of nectarines, eight varieties of apples and two varieties of plums. On-Farm Sales. Charles Vondran 2733 Hwy. 17 N., McCrory 870-731-5653 Variety of vegetables and fruits, including muscadine grapes. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. On-Farm Sales. Cherokee Farms 955 Oneal Rd., Batesville 870-793-7888 Premium Angus and Wagyu beef. USDA inspected and processed, hormone-free beef. Wholesale Farms. Chester Davis 104 Beverly Dr., Mount Vernon 501-206-7177

Five Acre Farms 630 Scoggins Rd., Bradford 501-412-0817 Sustainable farm located outside of Pleasant Plains. Grows a wide variety of vegetables in permanent, no-till beds. Uses no synthetic fertilizers, herbicides or pesticides. On-Farm Sales. Fleetwood Farms 201 Ashley Dr., Batesville 870-793-5088

Cross County Farmers Market 705 E. Union Ave., Wynne 870-238-5745

Operates a small apiary, selling honey by the gallon, quart, pint or smaller amounts. Pollen sold by weight. Wholesale Farms.

Fresh fruit, vegetables and handmade crafts. 7 a.m.-10 a.m. Tue., Thurs., Sat. Farmers Markets.

George Friedrich 291 Moccasin Bend Rd., Judsonia 501-278-7177

CWC Farm 3480 Union Hill Rd., Bradford 870-307-4023

Farm of several thousand acres with 200 acres devoted to specialty edible crops. Wholesale Farms.

Grass-fed, antibiotic- and hormonefree lamb and goats. Delivery available to area processors. On-Farm Sales.

Gassville Farmers Market 204 S. School St., Gassville 870-435-6439

Donna Reinhart 35 Main St., Lafe 870-586-0685

New market opened in 2014, offering produce from the Gassville area. Looking for vendors; call for information. Located next to the Gassville Branch Library on Hwy. 62 West. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat. Farmers Markets.

Sells tomatoes and peppers. On-Farm Sales. Downtown Newport Farmers Market Newport Lake, Newport 870-664-0542 Farmers market selling local produce and crafts from the Newport area. Wed., Sat. June-Oct. Farmers Markets. Earth Art and Foods HC 89 Box 205, Mt. Pleasant 479-715-8377 Shiitake mushrooms, soaps and woodworks. Visitors by reservation only. On-Farm Sales.

Grows radishes, squash, beans, onions, cucumbers, okra, peas and tomatoes. Also features eggs from free-range hens and occasional sales of small and fullgrown chickens. On-Farm Sales.

Earth Sprung Grain 907 Amy Rd., Pocahontas 870-892-3249

Common Threads 17467 Hwy. 66, Mountain View 870-269-6808

Produces specialty grains, offering quality eco-grown aromatic rice. On-Farm Sales.

Small family farm that raises Jacob sheep, angora goats and dairy goats. On-Farm Sales.

Farmers Elevator and Warehouse 124 Beech St., Newport 870-523-3195

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Gillam Farms 251 Hwy. 258, Judsonia 501-729-0042 Grower of muscadines, grapes, blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, asparagus, okra, peas, sweet potatoes and pumpkin. Latta and Josieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place store on farm operates year-round. Pumpkin festival in October. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.Sat. April-Nov. On-Farm Sales. Green Acres Hay Farm 151 Jackson Co. 632, Swifton 870-219-6237 Hybrid Bermuda hay. On-Farm Sales. Harry Saul Minnow Farm Inc. 7689 Hwy. 70 E., DeVallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bluff 870-998-2585 Raises minnows for wholesale bait distribution. Minnows are certified by the Arkansas State Plant Board to be free of disease and aquatic nuisance species. Wholesale Farms.

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Herb & Root Apothecary 297 CR 726, Jonesboro 770-403-0882

Packs produce to ship all around the state. 6 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Memorial Day-Labor Day. Wholesale Farms.

Sells herbs and prepared herbal products. Wholesale Farms, Artisan Foods.

M M Landscape and Lawn Inc. 259 McAnally Dr., Sage 870-368-5522

Ike and Sandy Yates 1101 Hwy. 126 N., Gassville 870-405-6038 Worms for fishing and worm castings for fertilizer. On-Farm Sales. Isom and Sons White River Berry Farm 184 Hazel St., Cotter 901-299-4599 Offers blackberries for sale. Wholesale Farms. John and Mel Fender 1070 Lawrence 612 Rd., Walnut Ridge 870-759-2920 Longtime vegetable growers. On-Farm Sales. Johnson Farm 581 CR 333, Cherry Valley 870-588-4832 Sells seasonal sweet corn, peppers, tomatoes, green beans, peas, blackberries, cucumbers and squash. On-Farm Sales. Karen Lester 1911 Bay Village Rd., Cherry Valley 870-588-4643 Farm raises beans, broccoli, cabbage, okra, peppers and tomatoes. On-Farm Sales. Kevin Vandiver 7596 Hwy 284, Forrest City 870-630-0607 Offers Christmas trees and seasonal produce. On-Farm Sales. Killough Farms 661 Highway 64B, Wynne 870-238-7038 Pick your own blueberries on-site. Daylight hours during season. U-Pick Farms. Linda or Mike Stegall 729 Hwy 350, Wynne 870-238-2817 Farm offering varieties of beans and peas for sale. On-Farm Sales. Little Rock Tomato 3720 E. Broardway, Searcy 501-945-0511 Wholesale warehouse supporting local farmers and products for over 30 years. 50 | FOOD & FARM

All natural beef fed with special homemade grain mixture. On-Farm Sales. Ozark Locally Grown U.S. Hwy. 62 W., Mountain Home 870-421-2203

Landscaping and ornamental shrub retail. On-Farm Sales.

Online farmers market covering northern Arkansas and southern Missouri. Farmers Markets.

Matthews Ridgeview Farms 2400 Bartlett Rd., Wynne 870-238-8828

Palm Source 4069 N. Airport Rd., Marion 901-672-3541

Commercial sweet potato farm with year-round availability. Call for an appointment. Wholesale Farms.

Offers perennials, palms and other landscaping plants. Wholesale Farms.

Matthews Sweet Potato Farm 18 CR 377, Wynne 870-238-0244 Arkansas-grown sweet potatoes available for pickup by appointment. Call for availability. Sat. Appointment only On-Farm Sales. Meacham Meat Packing 1651 White Dr., Batesville 870-793-7541 USDA-inspected meat-processing plant for beef, pork, sheep and goats. Custom butchering, wholesale and retail meat sales. 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.noon Sat. Wholesale Farms. Mid-South Nursery and Greenhouses 3321 Dan Ave., Jonesboro 870-932-2036 Grows and sells all types of trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, vegetables and herbs. Largest wholesale and retail nursery and greenhouses in Jonesboro. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 1 p.m.-6 p.m. Sun. Wholesale Farms. Mountain Home Berry Farm 693 Country Road 57, Mountain Home 870-425-7028 Offers asparagus, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries and sweet onions. Holds a fall festival with pumpkins, gourds, hayrides and a corn maze. On-Farm Sales. Mountain Home Farmers Market 3296 Hwy. 201 South, Mountain Home 870-492-2303 Fresh local produce from area producers. 6 a.m.-noon Wed. and Sat. MaySept. Farmers Markets. Nine Oaks Quality Beef 1044 CR 762, Brookland 870-273-2733

Peace Bee Farm 37 Peace Farm Rd., Proctor 870-514-0105 Produces locally grown honey from cotton, soybean and other floral sources. Uses beeswax in the production of candles. On-Farm Sales. Peebles Farms U.S. Hwy. 64, Augusta 870-919-6162 Wholesale and retail sales of watermelons, cantaloupe, sweet corn and purple hull peas. Offers a fall 20-acre corn maze, U-pick pumpkin patch and other gourds and squash. Wholesale Farms. Phyllis Fleming 4171 Hwy. 306 E., Colt 870-633-3582 On-farm sales of seasonal produce. On-Farm Sales. Piney Fork Berry Farm 163 Blueberry Ln., Evening Shade 870-368-5001 Highbush blueberries available during season. Call ahead for availability. U-Pick Farms. Pumpkin Hollow 671 CR 336, Piggott 870-598-3568 Pumpkins and gourds. Features a gourd trellis, farm animals, hay slides, pony, train, and hay rides, cornfield mazes, pig scrambles and other special events. On-Farm Sales. Pumpkin Rose Farm 11 Mortar Creek Rd., Quitman 501-339-6911 Grows produce, herbs and flowers. Jellies, jams and preserves also available. Wholesale Farms.

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Riley’s Orchard 3964 Hwy. 364, Cherry Valley 870-588-4335 Offering peaches and grapes. Grapes are u-pick. Peaches sold at Jonesboro Farmers Market. Call ahead for availability and picking conditions. U-Pick Farms. Saul Fish Farm 8343 Hwy. 11 N., Des Arc 866-728-5228 Wholesale shiners, fathead minnows and other fish bait. Wholesale Farms. Select Cuts 9085 Elizabeth Rd., Viola 870-458-2291 All-natural grass-fed USDA-inspected cuts of beef. All animals are born and raised on the ranch. By appointment only. Wholesale Farms. Seven Harvest 393 SFC 320, Forrest City 870-630-6161 Nonprofit grows affordable vegetables, including kale, chard and lettuce, and offers classes in soil building and composting, hoop house construction, green house management, food safety, farm and business planning, farm management and community farm training. Wholesale Farms.

Taylor Farms 1870 Silver Hill Rd., St. Joe Santa Gertrudis, Angus and Red Angus, plus crossbreed Star 5 cattle. Sells at local sale barns. Wholesale Farms. Taylor Stuckey Inc. 10415 Stuckey Ln., Trumann 870-483-7625 Sells agricultural seeds, chemicals and fertilizers, specializing in cotton and grain. Wholesale Farms.

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Tom and Judy Riley 1943 Hwy. 64 W., El Paso 501-796-2298 Hormone- and antibiotic-free grainand grass-fed beef. On-Farm Sales. Warren Newman 2645 Greasy Creek Rd., Salem 870-458-2523 Small family farm that grows seasonal produce for sale at Salem-area farmers markets. Wholesale Farms. Williams Berry Farm 350 Harmontown Rd., Batesville 870-793-2074 Grape crush July-August. Call ahead to make a reservation. On-Farm Sales.

Shoffner Farm Research 6355 Hwy. 17 S., Newport 870-744-8237 Rice, soybean and wheat seed in several varieties. Wholesale Farms. Spider’s Web Daylily Garden 2926 Hwy. 150, Blytheville 877-257-4063

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Grows over 1,000 varieties of day lilies. Garden tours offered during season. Call for reservation. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. May 15-July 1. Wholesale Farms. Spring River Farmers Market Cherokee Village Town Center, Cherokee Village 870-847-7286 Selling fresh produce and locally made crafts. 8 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Sat. Farmers Markets. Tate Brothers’ Farm HC 89 Box 240, Melbourne 870-368-7489 Wholesale farmer specializing in peas and cantaloupe. U-Pick Farms.

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Amy’s 527 Mcbee St., Malvern 501-467-3278

Produce-only market featuring Clark County growers. 7 a.m.-noon Tue., Sat. Farmers Markets.

Locally grown produce (within 75 miles) sold by the grower. Farmers Markets.

Full-service florist offering Arkansasgrown flowers and plants plus a variety of gifts. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat. Wholesale Farms.

Desiree Barnes 1411 Evans St., Arkadelphia 870-210-9700

Gladden Farms 390 MC 459, Fouke 903-824-0140

A start-up company growing organic herb plants and table vegetables. Wholesale Farms.

Produces peas, corn and tomatoes for sale. Wholesale Farms.

Seasonal produce including banana peppers, basil, snap beans, pole beans, green beans, beets, cantaloupe, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, cucumbers, tomatoes, cilantro, flowers, green beans, green onions, herbs, okra, parsley, potatoes, radishes, lettuce, squash, turnip greens, watermelon, yellow squash and zucchini. Wholesale Farms.

Double D Farms 920 Columbia Road 61, Magnolia 870-234-6210

Grannie’s Bloomers 107 E. 7th St., Ashdown 870-898-8515

Fresh vegetables, including okra, squash and tomatoes. Wholesale Farms.

Garden center and nursery. Some plants can be grown to order. Wholesale Farms.

Farmers Market of Texarkana 3004 Linden Ave., Texarkana 870-772-4558

Hearnsberger’s Gourd Farm 436 Sixth St., Hampton 870-798-3610

Farm with seasonal produce including corn, fruits, honey and other vegetables. Wholesale Farms.

Grows gourds, watermelons and cantaloupe. On-Farm Sales.

Arkansas Natural Produce 20627 Hwy. 84, Malvern 501-865-1331 Grows fresh vegetables and herbs yearround in greenhouses. Pesticide-free herbs and lettuce. Wholesale Farms. Black Bean Farm 940 Nevada 48 S., Prescott 870-602-0239 Grows and sells squash, purple hull peas, okra and cabbage. 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. On-Farm Sales. Blue Bayou Orchard 601 W. Hempstead St., Nashville 870-845-2333 Peaches available, either pick yourself or buy by the pound. Call ahead for availability. U-Pick Farms. Bunn Farm 4892 Lucky Pine Rd., Donaldson 501-580-5331 Pure sorghum syrup produced in the New DeRoche community of Hot Spring County. On-Farm Sales. Clark County Farmers Market U.S. Hwy. 67/10th St., Arkadelphia 870-246-1050 52 | FOOD & FARM

Donald Ellison 614 E. State Line Rd., Junction City 870-924-4007

Farming Innovations 226 Polk Rd. 69, Mena 479-437-3409 Chemical- and pesticide-free vegetables. On-Farm Sales. Gateway Farmers Market 3019 E. 9th St., Texarkana 870-774-91713

Hope Farmers Market Third and Elm streets, Hope 870-703-8788 Home to some of the world’s largest watermelons. Features farm-fresh produce straight from the back of the trucks. 7 a.m.-11 a.m. Tue., Sat. MaySeptember. Farmers Markets.

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Howard County Farmers Market 110 S. Washington St., Nashville 870-557-2352 Produce grown within 50 miles of Nashville for sale by growers. Farmers Markets. J V Farms 5754 Sycamore Dr., Bismarck 501-865-2388 Offers free-range eggs, whole hog sausage, rabbits, pasture-raised lamb and seasonal produce. Wholesale Farms. Jamison Orchard 195 Orchard Rd., Nashville 870-845-4827 Third-generation peach farm, also grows plums and blackberries. Sold upick at the orchard, at farmers markets and wholesale to vendors and restaurants. U-Pick Farms, Wholesale Farms. Jerry Peary 4801 Union Rd., Texarkana 870-773-9955 Seasonal vegetables. Wholesale Farms. Joe Crews 217 Little River 142, Ashdown 870-542-7220 Seasonal produce that you pick yourself. Call for availability. U-Pick Farms. Lake Sue Nursery and Farm Supply 1410 Columbia 36, Magnolia 870-234-4477 Retail nursery and garden center. Also sells feed and farm supplies. Bedding and vegetable plants grown on-site. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m Mon.-Sat., 1 p.m.5:30 p.m. Sun. (Sept-June) On-Farm Sales. Laughing Stock Farm 7621 Hwy. 46 N., Sheridan 870-866-3753 Certified organic fruit, vegetable and transplant operation. Offers potatoes, ginger, turmeric, tomatoes, herbs, garlic, flowers, beets, onions, lemongrass and other crops. Wholesale Farms.

A local-growers-only market in an open-air pavilion built by local volunteers with certified kitchen, small demonstration organic garden, gardening workshops and cooking demonstrations throughout most of season. Farmers Markets. Old Dallas Ranch 3279 Polk 44, Mena 479-234-0016 Specializes in grass-fed, hormone-free, antibiotic-free beef, Texas Longhorn or Longhorn-crossed breeds. Call ahead for availability and delivery options. Wholesale Farms. Ouachita River Valley Farm 4399 Midway Rd., Donaldson 479-216-1991 Chemical free vegetables, fruits and herbs, available at the Hot Springs Farmers and Artisans Market, the Green Market of Hot Springs Village and Clark County Farmers Market in Arkadelphia. Wholesale Farms. Pittman Nursery 700 Columbia 61, Magnolia 870-234-1111 Container-grown nursery stock, ornamental and bedding plants, perennials, hardwoods, berries and fruit trees. Catalog available. 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.Sat. Wholesale Farms. Polk County Farmers Market 524 Sherwood, Mena 479-394-6018 Local crops, fruits, honey, homemade breads, goat milk cheeses, local crafts, jams and relishes. 7 a.m. until sold out (about 10 a.m.) Tue., Thurs., Sat. MayOct. Farmers Markets. Richland Creek Farm 1101 N.W. Ave., El Dorado 870-875-1078

variety of vegetables, fruits and flowers to El Dorado and surrounding community. 7:15 a.m.-4 p.m. Tue., Fri. Wholesale Farms. Sunshine Store 3719 Sunshine Rd., Royal 501-767-4614 Offering local vegetables, homemade salsa and other products on Saturdays. Farmers Markets. York Pecans Co. 2919 Hwy. 32 W., Foreman 870-542-6196 Pecan farm also has commercial pecanshelling plant with a 10-million pound capacity available for bulk pecan processing. Wholesale Farms. Youngblood Grassfed Farm 173 Polk Road 252, Grannis 870-385-7302 Grass-fed farm raising Angus-cross beef, Katahdin lambs, black hogs, Spanish cross goats, Jersey cows. Meat featured at MeatWorks Butchery Online Market, The Fold Restaurant (Little Rock), Good Earth Natural Foods (Hot Springs), the Culinary District (Hot Springs), Park Island Market (Hot Springs), Flour Child Fine Foods (Texarkana) and Old Fashioned Foods (Fort Smith). Wholesale Farms.

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Offers okra, peas, watermelons and pumpkins. June-Oct. On-Farm Sales.

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Chase Cox 122 Bradley 370, Warren 903-330-2547

Arkansas Culinary Herbs 1413 Stowe Rd., White Hall 870-247-1205 Specializes in culinary herbs including dill, basil, cilantro, rosemary, thyme and chives. Wholesale Farms. Ashley County Farmers Market U.S. Hwy. 82, Crossett Area produce from Ashley County growers. Informal market; no set times. Farmers Markets. Atkins Farms 253 Atkins Ln., Eudora 870-355-2211 Offers u-pick blueberries and blackberries during season. Also offers squash, cucumbers, eggplant, peppers, tomatoes, corn, string beans, butter beans, pink-eyed peas, zucchini and okra. U-Pick Farms. Branch Family Produce 586 Hwy. 35 N., Dermott 870-538-3775 54 | FOOD & FARM

Family-owned farm offering watermelons, tomatoes, peppers, squash and cantaloupe. On-Farm Sales. Christopher Doolittle 2205 N. University Dr., Pine Bluff 870-413-0406 Offers purple hull peas in season. Wholesale Farms. Deepwoods Farm 155 Bradley Rd. 26, Warren 870-820-0702 Family-owned farm with a 70-year history of growing Bradley County’s famous tomatoes. Offers several varieties of heirloom tomatoes, plus the Amelia hybrid tomato. Tomatoes are never picked green, gassed or dipped in chlorine. USDA GAP Certified and Food Safety Insured. On-Farm Sales. D&S Produce 2205 N. University Dr., Pine Bluff 870-413-0060

Offers broccoli, collard greans, kale, okra, peas, pecans, squash, turnip greens, turnips, watermelons and yellow squash. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat. On-Farm Sales. Weston Esau 387 State Police Rd., Dumas 870-818-3237 Offers watermelons during season. OnFarm Sales. Flowers Haven Nursery 84 Dillion Ln., Dewitt 870-946-2946 Nursery that grows vegetables, bedding plants and hanging plants. Also grows a spring and fall crop. On-Farm Sales. Gillett Natural Soaps 307 W. 4th St., Stuttgart 870-830-6567 Offers natural handmade, cold-processed soy soap. Artisan Foods. Hardin Farms 1 Disaster Ridge Rd., Grady 870-866-3753 Sells squash, melons, peppers, peas, beans, blackberries, corn, tomatoes, potatoes, pecans and wheat. Also raises goats. Wholesale Farms.

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Harvey Edwards 55 D & J Rd., Stuttgart 870- 830-6567 Soybean oil-based soaps made to order. Wholesale Farms. Jim A. Hall 251 U.S. Hwy. 425 N., Monticello 870-723-3724 Fifth-generation farm growing heirloom watermelons. On-Farm Sales. Jim Parker 23210 U.S. 63 N., Warren 870-357-2748 Sells u-pick tomatoes, blackberries and cantaloupe. U-Pick Farms. Joe Willis 10920 Hwy 63, Rison 870-357-2302 Tomatoes, peaches, squash, okra, cucumbers, cantaloupe and watermelon. Farmers Markets. Ken Landreth 706 W. 6th St., Poyen 501-844-6510 Seasonal produce available for wholesale or u-pick. U-Pick Farms. King Farms 612 E. Cedar St., Warren 870-226-5657 Seasonal vegetables and prepared jams, jellies and preserves. Wholesale Farms. Mel’s Farmers Market W. Main St., Lake Village 870-265-5325 Farmers market offering fresh produce, nuts and eggs. Farmers Markets. Old Milo Tree Farms and Pumpkin Patch 604 Ashley Rd., 485, Hamburg 870-853-2379 Fall pumpkin patch and Christmas trees in December. By appointment only. On-Farm Sales. Pine Bluff Farmers Market Saracen Landing, Martha Mitchell Expressway, Pine Bluff Produce and crafts from Jefferson County. WIC participant. 6 a.m-1 p.m. Tue., Thurs., Sat. Farmers Markets. Richard Tanner 3820 U.S. Hwy. 63 S., Rison 501-773-3891

Specializes in fruits, vegetables, eggs and cut flowers. Produce offered includes heirloom tomatoes and cherry tomatoes, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, plums, watermelon, cantaloupe, sweet corn, peppers, tomatoes, Swiss chard, kale, kohlrabi, okra, cucumbers and squash. On-Farm Sales.

Sunrise Fisheries 2447 N. Lakeshore Dr., Lake Village 870-265-1205

Rickey Bone 484 Floyd Brown Dr., Fargo 501-223-8427

Family owned and operated tomato farm. On-Farm Sales.

Fresh produce including squash, okra, purple hull peas, melons, cantaloupes, tomatoes, eggplant, lettuce, celery, onions, bell peppers and pumpkins. On-Farm Sales. Selman’s Nursery 151 Gin Rd., Eudora 870-355-2370 Grows and sells flowers, tomatoes, eggplants, squash, cucumbers, cantaloupe, watermelons, zucchini and lettuce plants in 3-inch cups. Seed available all year. Garden accessories, fertilizer and soil available. 8 a.m-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Wholesale Farms. Stanfields Farm 16740 Calhoun 76, Fordyce 870-313-2685 Cabbage, squash, peppers, cantaloupe and watermelons during season. Wholesale Farms. Steph’s Farm 6711 Walker Rd., Altheimer 870-273-4192 Seasonal produce. Wholesale Farms. Stowe Market Garden and Nursery 1305 Stowe Rd., White Hall 870-247-1205

Lake Village fishery. On-Farm Sales. Townley Tomato Farm 298 Ashley Rd. 13, Crossett 870-304-7495

Triple D Farms 516 Holly St., McGehee 870-501-1199 Offering peas, okra and greens seasonally; beef and pork all year. On-Farm Sales. Triple M Farms of Ashley County 2383 Hwy. 189 N., Hamburg 870-853-9285 Sells wholesale and retail u-pick tomatoes, peppers, watermelon, pumpkins and cantaloupe. U-Pick Farms. Triple R Farms 1370 Hwy. 35 N., Rison 870-325-6689 Raises and breeds Black Angus cattle. Offers breeding services and cattle for sale. Wholesale Farms.

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GROCERS Edward’s Food Giant www.edwardsfoodgiant.com Allen’s Food Market 60 Sugar Creek Center, Bella Vista 479-876-6190 www.facebook.com/allensfoods Grocery store that specializes in organic, locally and regionally produced items. Producers, contact Steve Morrow at steve@allensfoods.arcoxmail.com or number above. BJ’s Plants and Produce 113 Country Club, Sherwood 501-835-3004 www.bjsplantsandproduce.com Sells plants and wide variety of produce. Producers, contact Dede Chapman or Theresa Kyzer at 501-835-3004 or Dede. Chapman@gmail.com Brookshire’s Food & Pharmacy www.brookshires.com Full-service grocery in variety of locations in southern Arkansas. City Market www.citymarketfoodstore.com Grocery store with locations on 12th Street and Colonel Glenn in Little Rock and in Rose City in North Little Rock. Culinary District 510 Ouachita Ave., Hot Springs 501-624-2665 www.culinarydistrict.com Offers kitchen supplies, gourmet ingredients and a large selection of local meats and prepared products. 56 | FOOD & FARM

Grocery store with locations in Little Rock, Bryant, Forrest City, Harrisburg and Marianna. Producers, contact Jeff Nosbisch 501-850-6338 for produce or Bob Childers at 870-295-1000 for meat. Fresh Market www. thefreshmarket.com Specialty grocery with locations in Little Rock and Rogers. Producers, contact store manager Neal Augustine at 501-2257700. Good Earth Natural Food 3955 Central Ave., Hot Springs 855-293-2784 www.goodearthvitamin.com Offers fresh organic local produce, packaged organic foods, earth-friendly home and personal care products and a huge variety of nutritional supplements. Green Corner Store 1423 Main St., Little Rock 501-374-1111 General store and gift shop focusing on Arkansas made and produced products. Soda fountain serves ice cream and beverages produced by local company Loblolly Creamery. Greg & Jim’s Grocery & Grill 46 Old Military Road. W., Colt 870-633-0541 Grocery also serves breakfast and lunch (six days) and dinner (two days) featuring sausage, bacon, country ham, steak, pork chops, eggs, waffles and hash browns, also barbecued pork cooked on

site, catfish, burgers, deli meats, sandwiches, produce and a full line of groceries 6 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Wed., 6 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 6 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat. Harps Foods www.harpsfoods.com Regional, employee-owned grocery store with dozens of locations in Arkansas. Hillcrest Artisan Meats 2807 Kavanaugh Blvd. Suite B., Little Rock 501-671-6328 www.facebook.com/HillcrestArtisanMeats A butcher shop that uses only locally and regionally raised meats. Also, it carries local artisan products and a small amount of produce. Ask for owners Brandon or Tara Brown, producers. Hogg’s Meat Market 4520 Camp Robinson Rd. North Little Rock www.hogsmeatmarket.com Butcher shop and catering business in operation since 1961. Processes wild game. 501-758-7700. Kroger www.kroger.com National grocery store with some 50 locations in Arkansas. Producers will likely have the best luck contacting produce managers at their local stores. If not, try Joe Bell, head of marketing for the store’s Delta division, at 901-765-4315 or Joe. Bell@kroger.com. Meat Works Butchery 816 De Queen St., Mena 479-394-2900 arkansasfoodandfarm.com

Grass-fed and finished beef, lamb, goat, pastured pork and chicken, also eggs, breads, vegetables, fruits, specialty oils, sauces, honey and spices. Also delivers. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tue.-Fri., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat. Natural Things 5407 Highway 5 N., Bryant 501-213-0034 Natural foods store that sells mostly grocery items. Currently carries beef and pork products from MeatWorks in Mena and local cheeses. Soon to add local hummus and chicken. Olde Fashioned Foods 8434 Phoenix Ave., Fort Smith 479-649-8200 Offers local organic foods, herbs, alternative medicine and health products.

Ozark Natural Foods 1554 N. College Ave., Fayetteville 479-521-7558 www.ozarknaturalfoods.com Natural foods co-op owned by a community of more than 10,000 investors. Producers, contact produce manager Pauline Thiessen at 479-521-7558 or pauline@onf.coop. Stratton’s Market 405 E. Third St., Little Rock 501-244-0542 www. duganspublr.com A small grocery and liquor store attached to Dugan’s Pub in the River Market with a nice selection of local produce, meats, cheeses and bread. To-go lunch and breakfast items, too. Producers, contact Don Dugan at the number above or at mail@duganspublr.com.

Gourmet neighborhood grocery. Producers, contact store manager. Walmart Bentonville (corporate office) 800-925-6278 The international discount chain has sold Arkansas produce in its stores for 20 years. Local and organic produce available at locations statewide. Whole Foods 501 Bowman, Little Rock 501-312-2326 www.wholefoodsmarket.com National chain with location in Little Rock. Producers, contact Calvin Burnett, associate store team leader, at 501-312-2326 and calvin.burnett@wholefoods.com.

Terry’s Finer Foods 5018 Kavanaugh Blvd., Little Rock 501-663-4154

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Central Arkansas Blue Canoe Brewing Company 425 E. 3rd St., Little Rock 501-492-9378 www.bluecanoebrewco.com Nano-brewery serving craft beer in Little Rock’s downtown area. Diamond Bear Brewing 600 N. Broadway St., North Little Rock 501-708-2739 www.diamondbear.com Little Rock’s oldest craft brewery serves a winning lineup of Pale Ale, Irish Red, Honey Weiss along with Presidential IPA, Southern Blonde and Rocktoberfest. Founded by Russ Melton. Now located in North Little Rock. Flyway Brewing Company 700 E. 9th St., Little Rock 501-920-9291 www.flywaybrewing.blogspot.com arkansasfoodandfarm.com

Small production brewery located in downtown Little Rock. Specialty ales are made by hand in small batches and are available at South on Main and other rotating taps in restaurants and tap rooms around Central Arkansas. Uses locally sourced and fresh ingredients in every batch. Lost Forty Brewing 501 Byrd St., Little Rock 501-319-7335 www.lost40brewing.com Brewery and brewpub from the folks behind Big Orange, Local Lime and ZAZA. Movie House Winery 112 E. Commerce St., Morrilton 501-215-4899 www.moviehousewinery.com Winery with locally grown grapes and juices from around the world. Wine making supplies and classes. Gift shop with locally grown products. Refined Ale 2221 Cedar St., Little Rock 501-280-0556 www.refinedale.com Distributes bottled beers—including Refined Ale Golden Light and Refined

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Ale Malt—all over central Arkansas. Sold at area grocery and liquor stores. Rock Town Distillery 1216 E. Sixth St., Little Rock 501-907-5244 www.arkansaslightning.com Local distiller of whiskey, gin and rum that utilizes Arkansas grains whenever possible in its line-up of spirits. Stone’s Throw 402 E. Ninth St., Little Rock 501-244-9154 www.stonesthrowbeer.com FOOD & FARM | 57

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Stone’s Throw Brewing specializes in Belgian-style beers, on tap at its taproom on 9th and Rock. Vino’s 923 W. 7th St., Little Rock 501-375-8466 www.vinosbrewpub.com Little Rock’s oldest brew pub hosts a small brewery that collaborates extensively with our Dunbar Community Garden Project, a local educational garden. Incorporates many locally grown ingredients in brews including locally grown hops, peppers, herbs and fruits.

479-879-2469 www.corebeer.com The winner of the Fayetteville Foam Fest and a stop on the Fayetteville Ale Trail, Core crafts several brews, including ESB, Kölsch, Oatmeal Stout, Black IPA, Premium Pale Ale and specialty brews like Pumpkin Pie Lager and Imperial Chocolate Stout. It began distilling liquor in the spring of 2014.

Railway Winery 4937 Hwy 187, Eureka Springs 479-253-5026 railwaywine.com Eureka Springs winery ready to open a new tasting room after losing much of their old facilities in a flood. Tasting room available, including a deck overlooking the vineyard.

Fossil Cove Brewing Co. 1946 N. Birch Ave., Fayetteville 479-445-6050

Saddlebock Brewery 18244 Habberton Rd., Springdale 479-419-9969 www.saddlebock.com

Fossil Cove’s beers, among them La Brea Brown, Paleo Ale and Black EPA, are available at several local restaurants, in growlers at liquor stores and on tap at its tasting room.

A production brewery that makes, among others, a Dirty Blonde, a Pale Ale, a Chocolate Stout, an Amber Lager, a Hefeweizen, an Arkansas Farmhouse and a Fayettechill Farmhouse. Open for tours.

Gravity BrewWorks 11512 Highway 14 E., Big Flat 870-448-2077 www.gravitybrewworks.com

Sassafrass Springs Vineyard 6461 E. Guy Terry Rd., Springdale 479-419-4999 www.sassafrasspringsvineyard.com

Nanobrewery that produces a variety of beers in 30 gallon batches. Offers tours and a tasting room open to the public.

Winemaker and wedding venue featuring a taproom with wines from Arkansas and around the world.

Bike Rack Brewing Co. 410 SW A St., Bentonville 479-268-6648 www.bikerackbrewing.com

Hog Haus Brewing Company 430 W. Dickson St., Fayetteville 479-521-2739 www.hoghaus.com

Benton County’s first brewery rolled out in 2015 with a biking-related theme and some tasty craft beers.

Longtime brewpub that offers a wide selection of beer brewed on site.

Tiny Tim’s Pizza and West Mountain Brewing Company 21 W. Mountain, Fayetteville 479-521-5551 www.facebook.com/tinytimspizza

Northwest Arkansas Apple Blossom Brewing Co. 1550 E Zion Rd. #1, Fayetteville 479-287-4344 www.appleblossombrewing.com Brewpub offering elite pub grub, innovative beers and its own line of artisan breads used in-house and sold retail at Ozark Natural Foods and Blackboard Grocery and Eatery.

Bricktown Brewery 318 Garrison Ave., Fort Smith 479-434-2739 www.bricktownbrewery.com The only Arkansas location of Oklahomabased Bricktown Brewery, offering house brews and pub grub. Chateau Aux Arc Vineyards Winery 8045 Champagne Dr., Altus 479-468-4400 www.chateauauxarc.com One of the largest and oldest Chardonnay vineyards in the South. Features a tasting room with a variety of award-winning wines. Offers grapevine cuttings and grapes for sale. Core Brewing & Distilling Co. 2470 Lowell Rd., Springdale 1800 S. Osage Springs Dr., Ste. 225 Rogers 58 | FOOD & FARM

Keels Creek Winery 3185 E. Van Buren, Eureka Springs 479-253-9463 Vineyard produces 14 wines from local grapes. Ozark Beer Co. 1700 S. First St., Rogers 479-636-2337 www.ozarkbeercompany.com Manufacturing brewery located in northwest Arkansas, producing handcrafted beers. Post Familie Vineyards 1700 St. Mary’s Mountain Rd., Altus 479-468-2741 www.postfamilie.com Fresh grapes are available in season, grape juice and wine available yearround on-site and retail statewide.

Brewpub with wide selection of beer and pizza on Fayetteville square. Wiederkehr Wine Cellars Inc. 3324 Swiss Family Dr., Wiederkehr Village 479-468-9463 www.wiederkehrwines.com Classic Swiss-style winery with tasting room, restaurant and shop.

Southwest Arkansas Superior Bathhouse Brewery and Distillery 329 Central Ave., Hot Springs www.superiorbathhouse.com Hot Springs brewery and distillery opened in the historic Superior Bathhouse. The first brewery ever opened in a National Park.

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Central Arkansas 1620 Savoy 1620 Market St., Little Rock 501-221-1620 Fine dining in a swank space, with a menu redone by the same owners of Cache downtown. The scallops are especially nice. 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. Arkansas Fresh Bakery 1506 N. Prickett Rd., Bryant 501-847-6638 A wholesale bakery that provides bread to central Arkansas restaurants and sells on Saturdays at the Argenta Farmers Market and Hillcrest Farmers Market. Café now open in Bryant. Big Orange: Burgers Salads Shakes 207 N. University Ave., Little Rock 17809 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock 501-821-1515 501-379-8715 Gourmet burgers manufactured according to exacting specs (humanely raised beef!) and properly fried Kennebec potatoes are the big draws, but you can get a veggie burger as well as fried chicken, curried falafel and blackened tilapia sandwiches, plus creative meal-sized salads. Shakes and floats are indulgences for all ages. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Boulevard Bread Co. 1417 Main St., Little Rock 4301 W. Markham St., Little Rock 400 President Clinton Ave., Little Rock 501-375-5100 Fresh bread, fresh pastries, wide selection of cheeses, meats, side dishes at the local chain’s catering and baking headquarters. Good coffee, too.

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Boulevard Bread Company Bistro 1920 N. Grant St., Little Rock 501-663-5951

Comfort food, burgers and more sophisticated fare at this River Market-area hotspot. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat.

The same great lunches and breads, but now with bistro-style fine dining every evening in an expanded dining room.

The Fold Botanas Bar 3501 Old Cantrell Rd., Little Rock 501-916-9706

Brave New Restaurant 2300 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock 501-663-2677

Gourmet tacos and botanas, or small plates. Try the cholula pescada taco. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun.-Thurs.; 11 a.m.-midnight Fri.-Sat.

Chef/owner Peter Brave was doing “farm to table” before most of us knew the term. His focus is on fresh, high-quality ingredients prepared elegantly but simply. Ordering the fish special is never a bad choice. His chocolate crème brûlée sets the pace. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Cache Restaurant 425 President Clinton Ave., Little Rock 501-850-0265 A stunning experience on the well-presented plates and in terms of atmosphere, glitz and general feel. It doesn’t feel like any place else in Little Rock, and it’s not priced like much of anywhere else in Little Rock, either. But there are options to keep the tab in the reasonable range. 11 a.m.-close Mon.-Fri., 5 p.m.-close Sat. Last seating at 9:45 p.m. each evening.

Loca Luna 3519 Old Cantrell Rd., Little Rock 501-663-4666 Grilled meats, seafood and pasta dishes that never stray far from country roots, whether Italian, Spanish or Arkie. “Gourmet plate lunches” are good, as is Sunday brunch. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sun., 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. SunThurs., 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Mylo Coffee Co. 2715 Kavanaugh Blvd., Little Rock 501-747-1880 Bakery with a vast assortment of handmade pastries, house roasted coffee and an ice cream counter. Soups and sandwiches, too. 7 a.m-9 p.m. Tue.Thurs., 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Sun.

Capital Bar and Grill 111 Markham St., Little Rock 501-370-7013

Natchez Restaurant 323 Center St., Little Rock 501-372-1167

Big hearty sandwiches, daily lunch specials and fine evening dining all rolled up into one at this landing spot downtown. Surprisingly inexpensive with a great bar staff and a good selection of unique desserts. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.midnight Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.

Smart, elegant takes on Southern classics. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tue.-Fri., 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Wed.-Sat.

Cheers in the Heights 2010 N. Van Buren, Little Rock 501-663-5937

This excellent, authentic Italian restaurant was the trailblazer in the now-hot Argenta neighborhood of downtown North Little Rock. 5-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat.

Good burgers and sandwiches, vegetarian offerings and salads at lunch, and fish specials and good steaks in the evening. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat.

The Root Cafe 1500 S. Main St., Little Rock 501-414-0423

Copper Grill 300 E. Third St., Little Rock 501-375-3333

Homey, local foods-focused cafe. With tasty burgers, homemade bratwurst, banh mi and a number of vegan and veggie options. Breakfast and Sunday

Ristorante Capeo 425 Main St., North Little Rock 501-376-3463

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brunch, too. 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Tue.-Fri., 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sat., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. Trio’s 8201 Cantrell Rd. Ste., 100, Little Rock 501-221-3330 Fresh, creative and satisfying lunches; even better at night, when the chefs take flight. Best array of fresh desserts in town. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 5:30-close Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun.

Northwest Arkansas 28 Springs 100 E. University, Siloam Springs 479-524-2828 Inn at the Mill’s Chef Miles James’ new restaurant features seasonal menu, locally-sourced food, craft beers and hand-mixed cocktails. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat., bar open until last call. Boardwalk Cafe 215 E. Court St., Jasper 870-446-5900 Specializes in organic food, made from locally grown and raised ingredients. Adjacent to the Arkansas House resort. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon., Tue., Thurs., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri.-Sat, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. Bordinos 310 W. Dickson St., Fayetteville 479-527-6795 Exquisite Italian food, great wines and great service in a boisterous setting. 5-10 p.m. Mon., 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 5-10 p.m. Tue.-Thu., 5-11 p.m. Fri. and Sat. K.J.’s Caribe Restaurant & Cantina 309 W. Van Buren St., Eureka Springs 479-253-8102 Owner K.J. Zumwalt closely guards his secret recipes for sauces and salsas at this unique Caribbean restaurant. Thu.-Sun.; hours vary. The Farmer’s Table Café 1079 S. School Ave., Fayetteville 479-966-4125 Locally-sourced café serving some of the best breakfast and lunch in the state. 6 a.m.-4 p.m. Tue.-Sun.; 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat.

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Fresh 179 N. Main St., Eureka Springs 479-253-9300 Farm to table full-service restaurant and market serves homemade breads and pastries, cured meats, gourmet cheeses, salads, homemade pasta and more, dine in or take out. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun. The Garden Bistro 119 North Main St., Eureka Springs 479-253-1281 This locavore and organic restaurant nestled down Eureka Springs' Main Street features fresh and innovative dishes on a creative ever-changing menu so fresh it's written anew each night on the wall. The Green Bean 5208 Village Pkwy., Ste. 11, Rogers 479-464-8355|479-381-2055 Organic, often local, luncheon fare; also at the Rogers Farmers Market on Saturdays. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Greenhouse Grill 481 S. School Ave., Fayetteville 479-444-8909 Menu created with local and organic products when possible, including herbs grown by the restaurant. Among the offerings: “Sweden Creek Farm Organic Shiitake Mushroom Fries,” “Kale & Carrot Summer Rolls,” “Roasted Fennel and Apple Salad,” “Cage Free Chicken & Apricot Marsala.” 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Tue.-Thu., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun.

straws, grits, etc. You must have the frisee, egg or no. The pork chop is great. Breakfast 6:30 a.m.-10 a.m. Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-11:30 Sat.-Sun.; lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; dinner 5-9:30 p.m. Sun.Thurs., 5-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; Sunday brunch 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Bar hours: 5-11 p.m. Sun.-Thu., to 11:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ozark Natural Foods Cafe 1554 N. College Ave., Fayetteville 479-521-7558 Small cafe housed in Ozark Natural Foods grocery store offers locallyroasted coffee, muffins and scones for breakfast, salads and sandwiches, hot bar, vegan dishes, bakery items, local meats and produce when possible. Hot bar 11 a.m.-2 p.m. daily. Prairie Market’s Tall Grass Deli 115 W. Industrial Park Rd., Harrison 870-743-3267 Health food restaurant in health food store that also functions as farmers market, serves locally-sourced food. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. Tusk & Trotter 110 S.E. A St., Bentonville Brasserie with wide range of menu options in former small Walmart warehouse off the Bentonville square. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun.

Hammontree’s 326 N. West Ave., Fayetteville 479-521-1669 Fancy grilled cheese with local ingredients and gourmet cheeses. Salads, turkey burgers and soups also available. There’s outdoor seating along the front. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. The Hive 200 N.E. A St., Bentonville 479-286-6575 The chef describes the menu as “High South,” with offerings like pimento cheese, “Arkansas Trail Mix” of pecans, soybeans, black walnuts and cheddar

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Garden Press 700 E. 9th St., Little Rock 501-467-0466. www.gardenpressar.com Juicer that uses organic, locally grown produce. The Green Corner Store 1423 Main St., Little Rock 501-374-1111 www.thegreencornerstore.com General store and gift shop focusing on Arkansas made and produced products. Houses a soda fountain serving locally made ice cream and beverages produced by Loblolly Creamery. Hillcrest Artisan Meats 2807 Kavanaugh Blvd. Ste. B, Little Rock 501-671-6328 www.facebook.com/HillcrestArtisanMeats A fancy charcuterie and butcher shop is the first of its kind in Little Rock and it attracts a steady business to the corrugated-steel modern space in the heart of Hillcrest shopping district. Cured and fresh meats from a veteran Oregon chef are the big draw for the home cook. But they are also used in a changing lineup of sandwiches and a daily custom-made soup for instant gratification. Limited seating is available. Katie Connally Confections 405 Brookpark Dr., Little Rock 501-773-2762 www.katieconnallyconfections.com. Specializes in desserts with just a dash of spirits, including bourbon brownies, amaretto brownies, butter rum cake, and chocolate whiskey cakes. Also has

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Kent Walker Artisan Cheese 323 S Cross St., Little Rock 501-301-4963 www.kentwalkercheese.com. Artisan cheese maker with a revolving list of handmade cheeses. Le Pops 5501 Kavanaugh Blvd., Ste. J, Little Rock 501-313-9558 www.lepops.com Gourmet ice lollies made using locally grown or produced products whenever possible. Little Brick Oven 16001 Vimy Woods Rd., Mabelvale 501-847-3823 Small cottage industry that bakes bread, cookies and desserts. Weather permitting, goods are baked in an outdoor brick oven using wood-fired heat, with sustainable firewood coming from land owned by the bakery. Homegrown herbs and Arkansas wheat are used in some products, and Arkansas pecans and other ingredients are used when available. Loblolly Creamery 1423 Main St., Little Rock 501-396-9609 www.loblollycreamery.com Small batch artisan ice cream and sweet treats company. Everything is made from scratch using local, fairtrade and organic ingredients. Operates a soda fountain inside The Green Corner Store. Maison Terre Natural Products 226 Melrose Cir., North Little Rock 501-516-1464 www.maisonterre.net Online store featuring herbs, culinary spices and local prepared products including salad dressings, beauty products and candles. Products available for shipping or scheduled pick-up. Maria Barbarotto 86 Batesville Mountain Rd., Damascus 501-472-1523 Makers of canned products, specializing in providing chemical-free products purchased from farmers within the county

when possible. No use of corn syrup in any products. Small batches made for best rotation of product. Fifteen varieties of jams/jellies, four heats of salsa (no sugar or vinegar added), two heats of chow chow, apple and pumpkin butters and pickled okra and dill pickles in season. My Cookie Crumbs 245 Scenic Hill Rd., Conway 501-470-0484 mycookiecrumbs.etsy.com Arkansas made, baked and decorated cookies, cookie cakes, brownies and small cakes. The New Cheesecake Co. 287 S. Broadview St., Greenbrier 605-857-0243 www.newcheesecakeco.com Artisan cheesecakes. Pratt Family Food Products 14811 Heinke Rd., Mabelvale 501-416-8547 Specialty dry spice mixes that can be added to fresh or canned tomatoes to produce a very fresh salsa product. No preservatives, gluten free. Available at Little Rock-area farmers markets. Wayne Plantation 9217 Hwy. 161 S., Scott 501-412-8102 Offers bottled sunflower and canola oils. Wicked Mixes 2321 Cantrell Rd., Little Rock 501-374-2244 www.wickedmixes.com A gourmet snack mix of almonds, cashews, pecans and other morsels and seven savory spices.

Northeast Arkansas April Muhammad 403 Church St. N., Wynne 870-636-0990. Makes three different pre-washed, preseasoned rice mixes ready-to-cook. Falling Star Farms 4068 Hwy. 166 N., Maynard 870-202-9595 www.facebook.com/FallingStarFarms. Produces a line of jellies, preserves and FOOD & FARM | 61

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fruit butters. Also sells farm fresh eggs and seasonal fruits and vegetables. Herb & Root Apothecary 297 CR 726, Jonesboro 770-403-0882 Sells herbs and prepared herbal products. Honeysuckle Lane Cheese 1192 Hwy. 5, Romance 501-556-4480 honeysucklelanecheese.blogspot.com Arkansas’ only certified raw-milk cheesemaker. Mount Olive Pepper Company 755 AR 69B, Sage 870-368-3091 mountolivesmokedpepper.com Grows peppers as well as purchasing peppers from local growers to produce whole dried peppers and ground pepper products.

Northwest Arkansas Eda-zen 532 Industrial Park Rd., Mulberry 479-431-6018 www.edazen.com

age blanc and neufchatel. Available at the Green Fork Farmers Market (Fayetteville), Eureka Springs Farmers Market, Hillcrest Farmers Market (Little Rock), Post Winery (Altus), Hillcrest Artisan Meats (Little Rock), Eureka Market (Eureka Springs), Boulevard Bread (Little Rock) and Wellspring (Siloam Springs).

Southeast Arkansas Gillett Natural Soaps 307 W. 4th St., Stuttgart 870-830-6567

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Southwest Arkansas Like Yo Mama’s Handmade Pies 126 Caladium Lp., Royal 501-844-7149 Handmade fried pies made from as much fresh product as possible. Includes Arkansas apple, peach, strawberry, blueberry and blackberry in homemade crust and fried in an iron skillet. Also makes several types of breads, including gluten-free pumpkin and banana nut.

First manufacturer in the United States that is dedicated to producing edamame (green soybeans). Great Fermentations 15451 Jones Branch Rd., Winslow 479-200-1908 greatfermentations.net Produces lacto-fermented pickled vegetables at the UARK Arkansas Food Innovation Center. Available at local farmers markets and grocers. Products contain active cultures and probiotics. Rhonda Mahler 5158 Hopewell Rd., Harrison 870-365-7925

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