Choose from our abundant selection of locally sourced, sustainably grown trees available in an array of beautiful shapes and sizes – including TALL trees! We have carefully curated five Christmas tree varieties to choose from : Douglas Fir, Concolor Fir, Balsam Fir, Fraser Fir or Noble Fir. Ask about delivery and set-up options so you can relax and enjoy …
Christmas is one of our favorite holidays of the year. There is just something special about the peacefulness on the farm this time of year along with the slower pace. We look forward to spending more precious time with family and friends and cooking meals at home. We are entering into this holiday season with …
The holiday season is a wonderful time spent indoors with family and friends enjoying baking, wrapping presents, and listening to music by the fire. Since we spend so much time inside this time of year, why not make your house look and feel warm and festive? Fresh greenery and twinkle lights are sure to add …
We’re kicking off the 12 days of Christmas here in our Chester farm store! Visit us during these days for these holiday in-store specials:Monday 12/12 – Black Brass Coffee – Buy 1, Get 1 Free Tuesday 12/13 – $2 off baked muffinsWednesday 12/14 – Apple Cider Sale ( $1.99 half gallon) ($2.99 full gallon) limit …
Christmas time is the most wonderful time of the year and we want you to enjoy decorating your home to the fullest with our guide to Christmas tree care. It’s time to start selecting your tree if you have not already done so! The first step is to prepare your desired location in your home …
Kickstart your journey to healthy, local eating with a membership in Alstede Farms’ CSA Program! Not only will you receive a weekly box of freshly picked fruits, vegetables & herbs, but you’ll also enjoy exclusive benefits and the flexibility to make each share your own. Whether you’re a culinary enthusiast or just looking for an easy …
At our farm, each season brings new opportunities to celebrate the beauty of nature, the joy of family fun, and the delight of fresh, flavorful food. From the first blossoms of spring to the golden hues of autumn, every moment is an invitation to connect with the land and the bounty it offers. Join us …
A Season of Joy and New Traditions As December rolls in with its crisp air and holiday cheer, we’re excited to welcome a magical new tradition to the farm: Cut Your Own Christmas Trees! This marks our first year offering this sustainable option, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to share the experience with our …
Creative Ways to Repurpose Holiday Leftovers The holidays bring joy, family gatherings, and an abundance of delicious food. But as the celebrations wind down, you may have more leftovers than you know what to do with. At Alstede Farms, we believe in savoring every last bite and reducing food waste. Here are some inspiring post-holiday …
Why Pick Your Own? You may have heard about PYO which stands for pick your own fruits and vegetables. The pick-your-own movement is said to have developed during the Great Depression when innovative farmers sought to connect consumers directly with their products to reduce overhead for labor. Still, a popular activity today, getting outside in …
We’re celebrating our 40th year of farming in Chester, NJ and are excited to share our humble roots with you. Farmer Kurt W. Alstede started farming on a couple acres of farmland located in Chester Township, NJ back in 1982. The farmland was originally owned by the Mennen family purchasing the land in the late …
If you visited our farm during our Springtime Festival you would have seen the regenerative agriculture work we are doing here on our farm namely on the hill overlooking the orchards. Restoring this land back into productivity will help with sequestering carbon. When carbon is stored in the earth, there is less carbon in the …
