Berks Agricultural Resource Network (B.A.R.N.)

B.A.R.N.OPOLY  2025!

Register to Play BARNOPOLY 2025

Join us for the Kick-Off Celebration!
Monday, July 7, 2025
5:30 p.m. -  7:00 p.m
(Short Celebratory Ceremony @ 6 pm)
Masano Auto Park - 841 E. Wyomissing Blvd., Reading, PA

Physical playing boards will be available for pick-up,
refreshments will be served,
and a short ceremony will be held at 6 pm
to culminate the beginning of B.A.R.N.opoly 2025!

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Preview the 2025 B.A.R.N.opoly Board


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  • Urban Ag Bus Tour 2024
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    • 2023 Bountiful Berks Banquet
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    • Career Fair
    • 2021 National Ag Day Video Contest
    • National Ag Week Events
  • Holiday Guide
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    • 2023 Ag Day Contest Winners

B.A.R.N.OPOLY Instructions & Rules:


  1. Register to play  B.A.R.N.opoly 2025 by clicking HERE! 
  2. Pick up a physical game board at our Kick-Off Event on Monday, July 7th, 5:30-7 pm @ Masano Auto Park - 841 E. Wyomissing Blvd. OR any participating location (while supplies last). Boards should be available at all locations by Saturday, July 12th.  You can also pick up boards at the Berks County Agricultural Center - 1238 County Welfare Rd, Leesport, PA 19533
  3. Visit and shop at as many participating locations as you're able from Tuesday, July 8th through Saturday, September 6th to collect as many stamps on your board as possible. 1 stamp = 1 point
  4. Earn BONUS Points by creating posts on Facebook and Instagram to document you ag adventures and discoveries. Share your experiences with friends and family. Use #barnopoly so we can find and tally your posts!!! ​ (If you're not a social media person, you can still get extra points when you email us some pictures and tell us all about your experience and we'll post it for you on our page!) Earn points by completing the following challenges:​
    1. ​"Check in," tag, and give shout outs to your favorite locations.
    2. Write about a fun experiences or stories from your B.A.R.N.opoly adventures.
    3. Show us the all the favorite local products you find and purchase on your journeys.
    4. Tell us something you learned about farming, production, or anything else you found interesting during your BARNopoly travels.
    5. Share a recipe or meal that you made with local ingredients.  Where did the ingredients come from?
  5. Check your email for announcements and additional special challenges (to earn even more points) through out the summer.
  6. Have fun!
  7. When the game is over, submit your board. Turn it in at the Wrap up Celebration (TIME & Place TBD) OR take a picture and email it to [email protected] - by Sunday, September 15th -to be entered to win great Ag-related prizes. 

  • Support of the participating sites by buying something is highly encouraged, but no purchase necessary.
  • One stamp per location per card.
  • Local products, gift cards, or unique experiences will be awarded to top players.
  • Prizes will be awarded based on the number of stamps collected plus the number of social media posts and challenges completed.

Do you have other Ag and local business lovers in your life?  Encourage them to play, too, and challenge them to see who can visit the most locations!

Are you looking for even more great Ag-related spots and events?  Check out the full Berks County Food Map and Berks Ag Event Calendar!
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    Have fun and good luck!
     The B.A.R.N. Team

Please direct any questions to [email protected].




 B.A.R.N.OPOLY Participating Locations Map for summer 2025 Comming SOON


Preview the 2025 B.A.R.N.opoly Board

2025 Details still being added...

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ACEC FARM AND MARKET

469 Adams Hotel Rd, Shoemakersville
Thur & Fri 4-7pm
Sat 9am-2 pm

Homegrown grown pork, locally raised beef, pork, lamb, chicken, local artisan food, arts & crafts.

Special Instructions: Handicap accessible.

Special Events or Activities: Watch our Facebook page for pop-up events throughout the summer

Working Farm, Farm Store/Retail Location

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Antietam Valley Farmer's and Artist' Market

905 Byram Street, Reading
July 21th, Aug 4th & 18th, Sept 1st
5-7pm


Produce, dairy, wine, jewelry, baked goods, fudge, bread, jams, granola, candles, and more...

Special Instructions: Small lot for parking and plenty of street parking nearby.

Special Events or Activities: Check Social Media for Details. 

Farm Store/Retail Location, Farmers Market

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​Bad farm

86 Wieder Rd, Kempton
Daily 6am-8pm

Milk, chocolate milk, eggs, cheeses, yogurts, butter, ice cream, beef, pork, frozen prepared meals, baked goods.
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Special Instructions: Self-service, cash or check only

Find our products at: Emmaus Farmers Market, Westy Bar and Grill, The Gorge Eatery, The Farm Store,
More Pickles Please, Open View Acres, and others

Working Farm, Farm Store/Retail Location, Production or Processing Facility, Animal breeding

4
Berks County Fair

1216 Hilltop Road, Leesport
July 9- 12
Midway open Wed - Friday 4 - 9 PM,
Saturday 2 - 9 PM


Fair celebrating Agriculture in Berks County. Lots of education spots, meet farmers, enjoy kid’s activities. 
The fair
showcases excellence in farm fresh produce, livestock exhibits and everything in between.
Provides fun for the entire family to enjoy. F
armer market vendors, fair food, other ag products.

Special instructions: Free admission. $5 parking donation.
Stop by the fair food booth located near the animal barns to get your stamp. 
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Special Events & Activities: Check out the full schedule: www.theberkscountyfair.com/schedule

Family-friendly Fair

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Berks County Heritage Center

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1102 Red Bridge Road, Reading
Thur-Sat 10am- 4pm; Sunday 12-4pm


We have a small Country Store with handmade knit items, books, and a variety of other goods. Pop into the Heritage Center to pick up your PA Americana brochures! Check out the Barn Star Art trail, and our 'Get Curious' Travel Guide as well as other brochures in the area.

Special Instructions:  The stamp is located in the visitor center which is located in the lower level of the barn.
Pop into the Heritage Center to pick up your PA Americana brochures! Check out the Barn Art trail, Covered Bridge trails, ‘Take it Outside,’ the ‘Get Curious' travel guide, and other local brochures.

Special Events & Activities: Earn bonus points with special PA Americana Challenges!
Take a tour of the Gruber Wagon Works. Keep an eye out for lectures on July 20 and August 14, an adult field trip on June 29, and our Smokey Bear Birthday Celebration on August 9!  Enjoy a variety of events taking place at the Heritage Center and the Berks County Parks & Recreation throughout summer. Take a picture with the Distelfink statue or at the Heritage Center’s red covered bridge (or any of the other 4 on the Covered Bridge Trail) and post it on Social Media.  Use the hashtags #barnopoly #berkscounty #visitpaamericana 

​Historic Site

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BERKS Nature

575 St Bernardine Street, Reading
Tue & Sat, 10am-3pm

Local Honey, books about nature and conservation

Special Instructions: Parking available off of St. Bernardine Street, walk all the way down the path to the double doors. Our nature store will be open in our educational lobby on Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10AM - 3PM. We accept cash and credit cards for payment. When you visit Berks Nature and The Nature Place you can also explore the 100-acre Angelica Park that we are located within.

Special Events and Activities:
All visitors can explore the trails and park when they visit Berks Nature!  On August 2, we will host a popular "Adult Day Camp" experience. You must pre-register!
Berks Nature hosts regular volunteer opportunities on our trails and nature preserves throughout the warmer seasons. (If you attend, be sure to take pictures and post on social with #barnopoly OR email [email protected])

Farm Store/Retail Location, Community Garden or Greenspace, Environmental Education and Conservation Non Profit

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Bernville Area Community Library​
NEW!

6721 Bernville Road, Bernville

Programming - Sat & Sun, July 12, July 20, August 9, or August 10; 
Regular Hours: Mon-Thur 10am-7pm; Closed Fridays;
Saturday 10am-3pm; Sundays 2-6pm

Most of our products are free to borrow, and we will have interactive passive kits for visitors to pick up if they cannot make a program; We also have a rolling book sale at drastically reduced prices and a free food pantry available to all visitors during open hours

Special Instructions: We are located above the Redner's Quick Shoppe;
access our parking lot and building entrance via the alley behind the Redner's lot

Special Events and Activities: Our Summer Quest Reading Program will be ongoing all summer,
offering a number of activities and programs for all ages

Public Library featuring Ag-focused Special Programmong

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The Berry Farm & Orchard

86 Moselem Church Rd., Kutztown,
Mon- Fri 8am-7pm;
Sat 8am-5pm; Sun 9am-4pm

PYO strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, cherries, and flowers.
Farmstand stocked with all our fruit, preserves, honey, and more!!!!

Special Instructions: Always check the website or Facebook for weather cancellations.​

Special Events and Activities: Check website or Facebook for events! 
Farm tours available upon request ahead of time. ([email protected])

Farm Store/Retail Location, Pick Your Own

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Birdsboro Farmers Market

226 N Water St, Birdsboro
July 19; Aug 2nd & 16th; Sept 6th 
9am-1pm

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Produce, baked goods, coffee, candles, crafts, and more

Special Instructions: ​Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for Rain Date Updates

Outdoor Farmers Market

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Bog TURTLE CREEK FARM at Alvernia

712 High Boulevard, Reading
Mon & Wed 9am - 2:30pm 
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A variety of in-season produce.

Special Instructions: Payment methods - cash, card, and check made out to Alvernia University
Please park in the driveway behind the house.

Working Farm, Community Garden or Greenspace

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Cultivating Community Garden

1040 Ligget Avenue, Reading
Email [email protected],
Check Facebook Page
for dates and times


Volunteer Opportunities at our Community Garden with veggies & herbs

Special Instructions: Parking Available in Berks County Community Health Lot

Special Events & Activities: Garden Based Programming, Check Facebook Page for dates and times

Community Garden

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Deerfoot Vineyards and Winery

1492 Ridge Road, Shoemakersville
Sat & Sun 12-5pm

Wine and PYO Blueberries

Special Instructions: Bring your own food, Limited parking

Special Events & Activities: Pick-your-own Blueberries thru mid-July

Farm Store/Retail Location, Production or Processing Facility, Winery

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Dove song Dairy

108 Siegfreid Road, Bernville
Thur 9am-7pm; Fri 9am-7pm;
Sat 10am-5pm

Goat cheese, goat milk soap and other goat goodies.

Special Instructions:  No pets please! Cash and credit cards accepted

Special Events & Activities: Free cheese samples!

Working Farm, Farm Store/Retail Location

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The Farmhouse kitchen


426 Penn Ave, West Reading
8am-3pm, Daily

Breakfast, Lunch, Fresh Pressed Juices, craft coffee drinks, healthy smoothies. We serve vegan, vegetarian, pasture raised meat options, gluten free options, and accommodate other dietary needs. Ingredients are organic and locally sourced whenever possible.

Special Instructions: Online take out available

Restaurant focused on local sourcing
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Glenside Butterfly Garden
NEW!

500 Warren St, Reading 
(corrected from physical board!)

Every Friday Morning starting at 9 am

Our garden is open to the public 24 hours, 7 days a week  & everyone is welcome to stop by anytime & enjoy the garden at your leisure.  

​Special Instructions: To get your stamp, please stop by & visit with us during our garden work party every Friday morning starting at 9am
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Community Garden

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Goose Lane Egg Farm

111 Goose Lane Sinking Spring 
Wednesday 2-6pm; Thur & Fri 10am-6pm
Saturday 9am-3pm

We specialize in pasture raised poultry, brown eggs and beef.
Honey, canned goods, local milk and bread. 

​Special Instructions: Amble parking available. Cash is preferred, credit card minimum is $10.
​Don’t forget your cooler! 

Working Farm, Farm Store/Retail Location

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Harvest Moon Aquaponics

841 E Wyomissing Blvd, Reading
Tuesday-Friday, 7:30am-12pm

Former Baldwin Brass facility that has been transformed into a Automotive Complex with an Aquaponic garden.
Nothing for sale, but plenty of free samples!

Special Instructions: Park and enter at the showroom. 
Ask any employee to direct you to the Aquaponics location
or ask for Jamie Kring.


Aquaponic Garden

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Heart and Hearth
NEW!

466 W Main St, Kutztown
Tuesday-Saturday
10am-7pm

Local/organic produce and products, scratch made locally sourced/organic food

Special Instructions: Street parking; Seating both inside and outside when weather permits

Farm Store/Retail Location, Restaurant focused on local sourcing

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Katydid Hill​ FARM
NEW!



500 Green Valley Rd, Sinking Spring
Thur 12-6pm;
Fri-Sat 12-8pm;
Sun 12-5pm


Katydid Hill is a farmer owned herbal tea apothecary where we are committed to growing 100% of the herbs in our teas and elixirs on our hillside farm in central PA. Chamomile is our favorite crop to grow around here, and we specialize in crafting the most aromatic and flavorful cup of chamomile tea you’ve ever had. We believe that the flavor is the medicine and craft each blend to delight, uplift, or simply meet you where you are at. Swing by our farm store to peruse our herbal tea blends and see the plants growing in the fields! We also have herbal elixirs and skincare, homemade mugs and tea tools, yarn from our flock, and grass fed beef and lamb.

Special Instructions: You can check out our herbal teas and other products online and pre-order for pickup, or peruse the store when you arrive.

Special Events & Activities: We will offer U-pick flowers and herbs during July and August.
We would love to organize some volunteer days on Saturday mornings.
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Find Our Products: At West Reading farmers market and other markets in the Philly area.
We also wholesale to local retailers such as Kimberton Whole Foods & Local Leaf Market

Working Farm, Farm Store/Retail Location, Production or Processing Facility

20
Kog Hill Winery

105 Twin County Road, Morgantown
Fri & Sat 12-7 pm
Sunday 12-5 pm

Wine, Cider, Sangria, Spritzers​

Special Instructions: Credit cards Cash or Check. Order online for pick up.

Winery

21
Lily’s Vineyard on Skyline Drive

110 Skyline Drive, Reading
​Sat & Sun 12-5pm

Semi- Sweet & Dry wines, Apple, Blueberry, Cherry, Peach, Pear, and Raspberry

Special Instructions: Credit cards Cash or Check. Order online for pick up.

Winery

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Local Leaf Market ​

3071 W Philadelphia Ave, Oley
Tues-Fri 10am-6pm; Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-3pm
CLOSED MONDAYS

Locally produced products from 80+ growers & producers. Organically grown produce, Coffee, made in house bakery, gluten free items, made in house prepared food, ice cream, kombucha on tap, dairy & cheeses, meats, eggs, breads, cold-pressed juices, & more!

Special Instructions: Payment methods include credit, debit, & cash.
Follow us on Facebook for daily updates on what's available
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Farm Store/Retail Location

23
Oak Nut Farm

1251 Airport Road, Bethel 
Tuesdays 2:30pm-5:30pm;
Saturdays 9am-12pm

Oak Nut Farm is a USDA Certified Organic small family farm located in Bethel, PA (Berks County) that grows a diverse variety of seasonal vegetables, fruits, herbs, and cut flowers. Our mission is to provide fresh, clean, high quality products that nourish our community. We are committed to integrating regenerative farming principles and practices on our farm that will increase biodiversity, enrich soils, and improve the watershed. Our family pledges to work in partnerships toward a local food system that is accessible, equitable, and secure.

Special Instructions: We accept cash, check, credit card, and Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) checks.
Please note: Many navigation systems will direct you to come to our farm by way of Martha Drive to Airport Road. It is impossible to do this, as there is a locked township gate between Martha Drive and Airport Road. Please come instead by way of Route 501 North (Lancaster Avenue), and then make a sharp left turn onto Airport Road.

Volunteer Opportunity: Reach out if interested in helping with harvests of garlic, onions, and potatoes.
Email [email protected] for details

Find our Produce in dishes at: 
Trattoria Fratelli in Lebanon, PA.​

Working Farm, Farm Store/Retail Location


24
Over Home Alpacas

18 Midway Rd, Bethel
Open Saturday 10am-1pm
All other hours by appointment 717-673-2541


Our alpaca store is stocked with many products including our own alpaca fleece and yarn (natural & dyed). We also have roving for spinners. Other products include dryer balls, sweaters, blankets, stuffed animals, and everyone's favorite, alpaca socks!

​Special Instructions: When parking please do not block the driveway. Also please be aware of moving farm machinery. Please no pets allowed on premises. Thank you! 

Special Events & Activities:
 
Lots of alpaca babies being born on the farm this year.
Visitors may get a chance to see a new born cria, (baby alpaca).

Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteers interested in helping with pasture clean up,
can contact me to help any day of the week.  Please schedule ahead of date & time. Carol 717-673-2541

Working Farm, Farm Store/Retail Location, Agritourism. Animal breeding

25
Penn Street Market

638 Penn Street, Reading
Thursdays 10 am - 2 pm

Fresh vegetables and fruits, local when possible, other drop in vendors throughout the season
Starting in July - Meat, eggs, locally produced pantry items

Special Instructions: Parking available in the adjacent lot for $2/hr,
SNAP/EBT & FMNP Checks Accepted

Special Events & Activities: Live Music & Entertainment, Live Food/Nutrition Ed Demos,
Community Partners and weekly interactive activities

Volunteer Opportunities: Email [email protected] for more info

​Urban Farmer's Market

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PG (Prarie Girl) Enterprise

27 Pine Forge Road, Douglassville
Open Daily for Self-serve. 
We recommend you contact us before coming
to be sure we can greet you - call 610-698-0445

Annuals, Vegetable plants, some perennials, vegetables in season, fruit in season, honey.

Special Instructions: Self-serve honor system, not open Sundays, cash is preferred, but can take card if needed.
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Special Events & Activities: 
First Fridays with vendors July 11th and August 1st.
Check Facebook for Updates

Working Farm, Farm Store/Retail Location, Christmas Tree Sales, Custom Wreaths

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Schuylkill Valley Community Library
NEW!

Sat Aug 2nd, 9:30am-3pm (Special Day of Programming);
Open Library Hours:  as posted on the website

No products, can provide ag education based programming and crafts

Special Instructions: parking available behind building

Special Events & Activities: 
Sat Aug 2nd, 9:30am-3pm
Special Day of Programming -
activities will be hands on and or passive/take home
Check FB Event and Website for more details

Public Library

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Valley Milkhouse

​92 Covered Bridge Road, Oley
10-6 daily as a self-serve farmstand (unstaffed)

artisan cheese, fresh veggies, sourdough breads, pastured meats, specialty mushrooms, local honey​

Special Instructions:  honor system / self service (stamp will be provided at checkout)
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ccepting cash and Venmo (no credit cards)

Farm Store/Retail Location, Production or Processing Facility

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The Westy Bar & Grill
NEW!

279 W State St, Hamburg
Tues-Sun, 11 am-12 am

Premier spot for great food, drinks and entertainment.
We offer a killer menu with tons of great choices to pick from.
Start out with some of the best wings in Berks County, or have a full night out with our amazing ribeye steak!
Our menu features ingredients from several local farms. 

Special Instructions: All Major Credit Cards & Cash Accepted 

Restaurant focused on local sourcing​

30
Wanamakers General Store


8888 Kings Highway, Kempton

Mon-Fri 8am-7pm;
Sat 8am-6pm;
Sun 9am-3pm


We are an old fashion general store from the 1800s, offering customers a unique shopping experience. We have made to order sandwiches and salads, hard dip ice cream, milk shakes and sundaes, a wide range of local food and artisanal crafts as well as bulk food items, specialty groceries as well as many grocery staples.

Check out the Deli: 
We prepare our meats, cheeses and veggies daily to ensure maximum freshness. We offer traditional sandwich and wrap favorites as well as unique specialty wraps. Please don’t hesitate to ask for a custom sandwich or salad to accommodate your allergy, sensitivity or just plain old preference.

Farm Store/Retail Location

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​Way-har farms

7701 Bernville Rd, Bernville
Daily 7 am-9 pm


Ice Cream, Sundaes, Bakery items, Milk, Butter, Cheeses, much more

Farm Store/Retail Location

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West Reading Farmers Market

598 Penn Ave, West Reading
Sun 9am-1pm

WRFM is a year-round outdoor producer-only market. Our goals include educating our customer base on the benefits and positive impact of committing to supporting locally grown and produced foods. We offer a variety of seasonal vegetables and fruits, artisan pastries, organic breads and sweet treats, meats, eggs, cheeses, raw honey, ravioli, olive oil, roasted coffee and tea, fresh cut flowers, herbal tinctures and body products, cider, wine and distilled beverages. We encourage our value added producers to use local ingredients wherever possible.
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Special Instructions: You may park in the West Reading Shopping Center lot for free. Some vendors accept pre-orders. All vendors accept credit cards, most accept Venmo.

Special Events & Activities: July 14th West Reading Farmers Market 18th Anniversary!
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Farmers market

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Willow Run Farmstead LLC

270 Hoch Road, Fleetwood
Available for appointment. Text 484-225-9151

Willow Run Farmstead is a pasture based farm where you can buy grass-fed beef, pasture-raised pork, chicken and more.  We are an environmentally focused farm where farming and habitat meet.  When you drive in our lane, you might spot hawks perching on our roosts, bluebirds at our bird boxes, and lots of trees in our recently planted silvopastures.  See what you can spot!

Special Instructions: Credit cards, Cash, or Check. Order online for pick up. 
Also available for appointment. Text 484-225-9151.

Special Events & Activities: Wednesday July 16th from 10-12 - Join the Fleetwood Area Public Library for a day at the farm!  For families with preschool and school age children, we will have a story time and farm themed stations to play at as well as a farm tour.
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Working Farm, Farm Store/Retail Location
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