The More You Know, the More You Grow Peach trees produce ten times more blossoms than needed, so we use a method of manual thinning. Thinning down peach trees, like apples, is done to grow more significant fruit, that are tastier and more succulent. Our farm production manager, Craig Steely, will send production crews out …
There was plenty of popping good excitement in Manhattan on Friday, May 5th, when Alstede Farms brought the farm to “The Big Apple” with an exclusive tractor-drawn wagon ride down the streets of Broadway and through the sights of Times Square. Alstede Farms was “all ears” when they were asked to transport the cast …
Bringing the Farm to the Table Count on us to plan a corporate event like no other! Our unique views and special activities make team outings a breeze, including picking your own fruits and vegetables, tractor-drawn wagon rides, or campfires. You and your colleagues will love how easy it is to enjoy a day out …
Early Harvesting We are enjoying an early harvest this year due to our practice of over-wintering. You may have seen select crops in the ground during the winter months and wondered if these are forgotten or intentional. These crops are deliberately planned by our farm production team and illustrate overwintering, an age-old custom of leaving …
Have you heard of Community Supported Agriculture? Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) connects families to farm fresh and increases local food accessibility. Today’s CSA model consists of a weekly box of fresh farm produce delivered to your home or picked up from your local farm. The box contains fruits and vegetables that are in season on …
The Doughnut Haus Food Truck is celebrating its third season offering a variety of coffee drinks and delicious doughnut love in a beautiful farm setting. Many guests say “Doughnut” do mornings without a visit to the Alstede Farms Doughnut Haus. The menu features an abundance of delicious sweet treats and coffee to get you thirsty …
Our new Pizza Truck is definitely “knead-to-know news” and takes farm-to-table to a whole new level. The wood-fired pizza oven is the main feature of the new Food Truck and is handcrafted by artisans in Tuscany Italy. This pizza oven provides authentic open-hearth cooking opening up a new world of possibilities for our guests to …
Restoring and Preserving Alstede Farms commemorated the opening of a fourth location, Alstede Fresh at Lindeken Farms, with a grand opening weekend on April 1st & 2nd. The grand opening included free samples, giveaway’s and an “all-smiles” guest appearance by the Stanlick Family, the original operators of Lindeken Farms. (Pictured is the Alstede & Stanlick …
Sustainably Focused Head into the holiday with sustainability in mind with these tips for naturally dyeing eggs and re-inventing leftover hard-boiled eggs. Our culinary and educational specialist has thought of everything so you can relax and enjoy time with your family. Dying Eggs is a fun way to spend some time creating something unique and …
Weather Innovations Staying up to date on the weather is paramount for every farmer. Knowing rainfall, wind speeds, and other factors help impact farm production decisions which ultimately affect crop yields and success. We continue utilizing innovative technology to make best management practices that help us grow the best food. We rely on our four …
Celebrating Agriculture National Agriculture Day ( March 21st) celebrates 50 years of advocacy and awareness for agriculture. Ag day is the beginning of National Agriculture Week goes through March 27th this year. The day and week are set aside to recognize the importance of agriculture and to honor those who work to produce food for …
The marketing team at Alstede Farms consists of Kyle, Maxine, Sam & Donna, a team with heart and soul and the pursuit of making the dream work. The dynamics of the team work well with each person contributing toward the overall goals of the farm, pitching in wherever needed to get the job done. Some …
