Food Guide 3 Charlottesville area

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Charlottesville City MarketCorner of First St. and Water St.,Downtown Charlottesville

Contact: Stephanie Anderegg-Maloy(434) 970 · 3371citymarket@charlottesville.orgwww.charlottesvillecitymarket.comApril 6-October 26, Saturdays 7 am-12 pm November-December, Saturdays 8 am-1 pm

Crozet Farmers MarketParking lot of Tabor Presbyterian ChurchCrozet

Contact: Al Minutolo(434) 823 · [email protected] 4-October 12; Saturdays 8 am-12 pm

Earlysville Farmers Market4167 Earlysville RoadFirst parking lot past Buck Mtn Episcopal Church to left of Parish Hall under canopy treeEarlysville

Contact: John Faulknier(434) 996 · 4850evillefarmersmkt@embarqmail.comearlysvillefarmersmarket.wordpress.comApril 25-mid October; Thursdays 4-7 pm

7TH ANNUAL

SEPTEMBER 6-7, 2013www.HeritageHarvestFestival.com

Featured speaker • Steve BenderKeynote speaker • Cary Fowler

Farmers in the ParkMeade Park on Meade AvenueCharlottesville

Contact: Stephanie Anderegg-Maloy(434) 970 · 3371citymarket@charlottesville.orgwww.charlottesvillecitymarket.comMay 1-September 25; Wednesdays 3-7 pm

Forest Lakes Farmers MarketSouth Recreational Facility in Forest Lakes on Ashwood Blvd (off of Route 29 North)Charlottesville

Contact: Dawn Story(540) 718 · 3200April 16-October 29; Tuesdays 4-7 pm

Scottsville Farmers Market125 Fleet Street, Scottsville PavilionScottsville

Contact: Tanya Cornwell(434) 286 · 4994svillefarmersmarket@gmail.comwww.scottsvillefarmersmarket.orgApril 6-October 26; Saturdays 8:30 am-12:30 pm

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Crofton Plaza Farmers MarketFluvanna Hardware StorePalmyra

Contact: Brenda Moore(434) 295 · 8361Year Round; Saturdays 9 am-12 pm

Fluvanna Farmers MarketPleasant GrovePalmyra

Contact: John Thompson(434) 591 · [email protected]; Tuesdays 2-6 pm

Greene

Greene County Farmers MarketGreene County Technical Education Center, Route 33Stanardsville

Contact: Bob Burkholder(434) 882 · 1324June 15-September 21; Saturdays 8-11 am

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Town of Louisa Farmers Market213 E Main StreetLouisa

Contact: Mark [email protected](540) 967 · 1400May 25-September 28, Saturdays, 8 am-12 pm

Mineral Farmers MarketIn the large field across from the Mineral Town Park on Louisa AvenueMineral

Contact: Becky Vigon(540) 854 · [email protected] 4-October 26; Saturdays 8 am-1 pm, Rain or Shine

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Nelson Farmers Market-NellysfordRoute 151, under the big white tentDowntown Nellysford

Contact: Sherry Huffer(540) 255 · [email protected]; Saturdays 8 am-12 pm

Non-Profit Org.U.S. Postage

PAIDPermit No. 57 Warrenton, VA

Post Office Box 460 • Warrenton, VA 20188www.pecva.org

Find Local Food, Join the Conversationwww.facebook.com/BuyFreshBuyLocal.PEC

Regional EventsLoudoun Spring Farm Tour Loudoun County, May 18-19

PEC Meet the Farmer Dinner at Long Branch Farm Clarke County, June 30

PEC Meet the Farmer Dinner at East Lynn Farm Loudoun County, July 20

Albemarle County Fair August 1-3

Edible Fest Orange VA, August 10

PEC Meet the Farmer Dinner at Ducard Vineyards Madison County, August 11

Taste of the Mountains Madison VA, August 31

Meet Yer Eats Farm Tour Charlottesville Area, September 2

Heritage Harvest Festival Charlottesville VA, September 6-7

PEC Meet the Farmer Dinner at Annandale Orange County, September 8

Virginia State Fair Doswell VA, September 27-October 6

Shenandoah Valley Fiber Festival Berryville VA, September 28-29

Fall Fiber Festival Montpelier VA, October 5-6

Culpeper Harvest Days Farm Tour Culpeper County, October 5-6

Fauquier County Farm Tour Fauquier County, October 12

Taste of Culpeper Culpeper VA, October 13

Charlottesville City Market accepts debit and EBT cards. Swipe your card for Market tokens! SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) uses can even get double the tokens when using EBT—up to $10 a week. Details at the Market Central tent next to the Market Info tent.

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Farms

Currituck Farm4826 Advance Mills RoadEarlysville

Ann Mallek(434) 978 · [email protected]

Sells on-site and by local deliveryUSDA-Certified Grass-Fed Beef

Elena Day Pies & Produce151 Buckingham CircleCharlottesville

Elena Day(434) 296 · [email protected]

Sells at Charlottesville City Market, phone ordersSeasonal Produce, Fruit Pies, Breads, Flowers

The Farm at Red Hill2400 Southside DriveNorth Garden

Wendy and Richard Harrison(434) 979 · [email protected]

Sells through: Whole Foods, Foods of All Nations, Integral Yoga, Reid’s, Great Valu, Market St. Market & UVAProduce Grown Year Round: Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Sweet & Hot Peppers, Herbs; Eggs, Salsa, Hummus & Habanero Jams

Free Union Grass Farm3567 Ballards Mill RoadFree Union

Erica Hellen(434) 409 · [email protected]

Sells on-site (farmstand April 1-Nov 1, and by appt), Charlottesville City Market, online, home delivery available, restaurants, retailersPastured Chicken & Duck, Grass-Fed Beef, Free-Range Eggs

Free Union Produce & Gourmet Edibles1813 Old Orchard RoadFree Union

Diane LaSauce(434) 964 · [email protected]

Sells at Charlottesville City Market & by special order. VDACS inspected kitchen.Organically Grown Seasonal Produce, Artisanal Bread, Pestos, Granola, Key Lime Pie, Scones, Chutney

The Market at Grelen1511 Yager RoadSomerset

Dan Gregg(540) 672 · 7268info@themarketatgrelen.comwww.themarketatgrelen.comwww.facebook.com/MarketatGrelen

On-site: check website for hours of operation and in-season fruit and vegetablesPYO: Blackberries, Raspberries (Red/Yellow/Black), Blueberries. Pre-Picked: Peaches, Pears, Apples, Mushrooms, Honey

Gryffon’s Aerie4803 Mt. Air FarmCrozet

Ramona and Collins Huff(434) 531 · [email protected]

Sells through private cateringUSDA-Inspected Heritage Livestock: Grass-Fed Beef, Pork, Lamb

High Five CSA & Farm2352 Milton RoadCharlottesville

Ezekiel Fugate(434) 534 · [email protected]

Sells at farmers markets and CSA, contact for infoSeasonal Produce, Fresh Flowers, Cow Share

Heirloom VeggiesSpringer Run RdGordonsville

Jim Ashley(434) 466 · [email protected]

Sells online, on-site and at local fairs & festivals, call for times and appt.Seasonal Veggies from Organic Seed

Iona Farm, LLC7252 Jefferson Mill RoadScottsville

Matthew and Suzanne Holt(434) 286 · [email protected]

Sells on-site (email or call for more info), Nellysford Farmers MarketCertified Organic: Free-Range Eggs, Poultry, Turkeys, & Field Produce

New Branch Farm1070 Bishop Hill RoadCharlottesville

Stephanie Meyers(434) 977 · [email protected]

Seasonal CSA: Spring (April-July), Fall (Sept-Nov), Winter (Dec-Jan)Seasonal Vegetables, Strawberries, Flowers, Potted Plants. See Website for Complete List

Old Spot Farm2301 Decca FarmCharlottesville

Connie Hicks(434) 960 · 8500 (Farm cell)(434) 293 · 3625 (Farm house)[email protected]

Sells on-site and at farmers marketsWhole Pigs on the Hoof, All Natural Free Range Pork & Beef, Pastured Chickens & Turkey

Open Gate Farm548 Three Pond LaneEarlysville

Michele Mattioli & Tom Ward(434) 978 · [email protected]

Sells on-site by appt., farm tours for families, schools and groupsPasture Raised Broiler Chicken & Heritage Pork, Workshops

Quarter’s Farm5112 Dick Woods RoadCharlottesville

Bill McCaskill(434) 293 · [email protected]

Sells on-site by appt.Grass-Fed Beef & Lamb, Eggs, Seasonal Produce, Goat Milk Soap, Raw Honey, Hand-Woven Cotton and Linen Tea Towels

Rockfield Farm4110 Ballards Mill RoadFree Union

Jonathan Hunt(434) 973 · [email protected]

Sells on-site weekends by appt. only. Delivery availableUSDA-Inspected, Grass-Fed Beef, Honey, Eggs, Mushrooms

Rolling Rock Farm2131 Taylors GapNorth Garden

Amanda Winecoff(434) 977 · [email protected]

Sells on site by appt. and at Mona Lisa PastaGrass Fed Lamb, Eggs


a.m. FOG9264 Critzer Shop RoadAfton

Yvonne & Ken Harris(540) 456 · [email protected]

Sells through call-in orders onlyMushrooms

Bellair Farm CSA5375 Bellair FarmCharlottesville

Jamie Barrett(434) 262 · [email protected]

CSA (Wed 10-4:30 pm and Sat 9-2 pm); Charlottesville Weekday Farmers MarketsSeasonal Produce, Flowers, Herbs, Eggs, Pork, Chicken

Best of What’s AroundP.O. Box 700Scottsville

Chris Schmidt(434) 286 · [email protected]

Sells at restaurants and retailers, CSA (see website for details), Charlottesville City Market, Nellysford Farmers MarketGrass-Fed Beef

Buck Mountain Farms1140 Buck Mountain RoadEarlysville

Rose Sgarlat Myers(434) 974 · [email protected]

Sells on-site, local markets, and farmers markets. Please call for information.Eggs, Vegetables, Poultry for Special Order, Hay

Caromont Farm and Creamery9261 Old Green MountainEsmont

Gail Hobbs-Page(434) 831 · [email protected]

Sells at specialty cheese shops, restaurants, wineries, selected grocery stores, farmers markets (Charlottesville City Market, Nellysford, Scottsville, Byrd House in Richmond), tours by appt.Arisanal Goats and Cows Milk Cheeses

C’ville Fish CoP.O. Box 4862Charlottesville

Jack Cochran(952) 905 ·[email protected]

Sells through biweekly share pickups and open-market sales at Charlottesville City Market. Delivery also available. Register on website.No Hormones, No Antibiotics Catfish, Freshwater Shrimp and Rainbow Trout

Copps Hill Farm2205 James River RoadEsmont

Kate Crosby(434) 286 · [email protected]

Sells on-site by appt. (phone or email), free Charlottesville area delivery. Credit cards accepted.USDA-Certified Pasture-Fed Beef by Half, Quarter and Individual Cuts

JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DECApples

Asparagus

Blackberries

Blueberries

Broccoli

Cantaloupe

Cucumbers

Grapes

Green Beans

Green Peppers

Greens/Spinach

Nectarines

Peaches

Pumpkins

Raspberries

Squash

Strawberries

Sweet Corn

Tomatoes

Watermelons

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In addition to the standard fruit and vegetables you see on this chart, Charlottesville-area farmers and farmers markets offer an even broader variety of produce to pick from. Explore your farmers’ websites and other online sites to find recipes that might appeal to your family.

Business Opportunities in our Local Food Economy

1. Work on a farm

2. Help farms find seasonal labors

3. Glean seconds or surplus crops from farm fields and use to create value-added products

4. Help farms develop their marketing strategies: product labeling, online presence, etc.

5. Assist farms in recording keeping and accounting

6. Open a local-only store

7. Help create infrastructure to process meat, dairy, or produce

8. Develop distribution routes and coordinate product delivery to restaurants and retailers

“There are many opportunities to help build our local food system. Think about investing or operating a local business. Check out these suggestions and talk to us about your idea: [email protected] or [email protected]

Cheese & Dairy

Specialty Products

Poultry U-Pick

Meat Produce

Seafood

540-672-7268Somerset, VA

www.themarketatgrelen.com

BlueberriesRaspberriesBlackberriesPeachesPearsApplesVegetablesHoney

Pick-your-ownBerries!

Farms

Shady Lane Farm159 Shady LaneFree Union

Nathan Yoder(434) 985 · [email protected]

Sells on-site, Charlottesville City Market, East Gate of Foxfield on Thurs., restaurants, retailersSeasonal Produce, Free Range Eggs, Herbs, Flowers, Specialty Foods, Flower and Vegetable Plants, Hanging Baskets and Patio Pots

Sharondale/Mushrooms & Useful PlantsP.O. Box 375Keswick

Mark Jones(434) 296 · [email protected]

Sales on-site by appt., restaurants and grocers, Cville MarketMushrooms, Mushroom Spawn, Growing Supplies and Workshops, Herbs, Fruit and Fiber Plants

Sherwood Farm4850 Sherwood FarmCharlottesville

Pres Nowlin(434) 284 · [email protected]

Advance orders throughout the year for deliveryGrass-Fed, Grain-Finished Premium Angus Beef

Sleepy Hollow Farm1070 Beaver Dam RoadKeswick

Jamie Ballif(434) 531 · [email protected]

Sells on-site by appt.Fresh Eggs, Hatching Eggs & Chicks; Savanna & Kiko Goats; Jersey, Wooly & Lionhead Rabbits

Steadfast Farm 1554 Taylors Gap RdCharlottesville

Brian Walden(434) 566 · [email protected]

Sells on-site (call or email for information), Charlottesville City Market, restaurants, CSAGrains, Dry Beans, Oilseeds, Grass-Fed Beef by the 1/4, 1/2, Whole or by the Cut, Seasonal Produce, Artesian Trout

Sweet Seasons FarmP.O. Box 194Batesville

Mark & Sally Tueting(540) 456 · [email protected] Beef & Lamb, Pastured Pork, Sausage & Hamburger Shares, Eggs, Hay

Tall Cotton Farm1913 Craig Store RoadAfton

Bill Schutte or Patti Lou Riker(540) 456 · [email protected]

Nelson Farmers Market, Forest Lakes Farmers Market, Earlysville Farmers Market, Farmers in the Park MarketUSDA Inspected Grass-Fed and Finished Beef; Pastured Chicken, Turkeys & Pork

Timbercreek Organics2245 Garth RoadCharlottesville

Zach & Sara Miller(434) 295 · [email protected]

Sells on-site Wednesdays and Fridays 1-5 pm, Saturdays April-October, local restaurantsEggs, Chicken, Beef, Pork, Holiday Turkey (All Animals Fed Certified Organic Feed)

Whistlin’ Hollow Farm8979 Dick Woods RoadAfton

Kate Mahanes & Jim Fleming(540) 456 · [email protected]

Sells on-site by appt., special ordersGrass-Fed Lamb, Duck Eggs, Rabbit

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Layz S Ranch2253 Thomas Jefferson ParkwayPalmyra

Greg Sclater(434) 591 · [email protected]

CSA, sells on-site (Saturdays in October, 10-4 pm)Seasonal Produce, Fruits, Herbs, Honey, Pumpkins, Grass-Fed Beef, Pastured Pork

Modesto Farms Greenhouse952 Rolling Road, SScottsville

George and Gene Goin(434) 989 · [email protected]

Sells on-site, local vendors, Charlottesville & Fluvanna farmers marketsFarm Fresh Eggs, Hay, Vegetable, Flower & Herb Plants

Oak Hill Farm709 Oak Hill LanePalymra

Cathy Cochran(434) 589 · [email protected]

Direct salesHeritage Breed Pastured Pork and Grass-Fed Beef

Rob HarrisonTroy

(434) 242 · [email protected]

Contact for inventory or to place special order Natural Beef

Wild Oats Farm7142 West River RoadScottsville


Sells on-site (Thurs 3-6 pm, Sat 10 am-1 pm), Farmers Markets (Scottsville, Fluvanna, Farmers in the Park)Grass-Fed and Finished Natural Beed, Lamb and Woodlot Pork

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Blue Ridge Natural BeefP.O. Box 1108Stanardsville

Jim Call (434) 996 · 5436 [email protected]

Direct salesGrass-Fed, Free Choice Corn Finished Beef, Pasture Rotated and Never Contained

Cair Paravel Enterprises1336 Pocosan Mountain RoadStanardsville

Whitt and Martha Ledford(434) 987 · [email protected]

Sells on-site Wednesdays and by appt., Greene Farmers Market, Blue Ridge Mountain Yurt B&B thru AirBnBSeasonal Produce, Free-Range Poultry, Eggs, Artisan Breads, B&B, Workshops, Woven & Wood Handcrafts

Farmcolony2 Farmview RoadStanardsville

Malou Dichtel(434) 985 · [email protected]

Telephone, email and on farm sales (Mon-Sat 10 am-4 pm, by appt only)Grass-Fed, Grain-Finished Angus Beef, Market Lambs, Horse & Cattle Hay, Fleeces, White & Colored Merino and Lincoln Roving

Leavings3209 Amicus RoadStanardsville

Paul Dillon and Melissa Dimmitt(434) 990 · [email protected]

Sells on-site by appt. & small vegetable CSASeasonal Produce, Herbs, Flowers, 100% Forage-Fed Goat and Lamb, Pastured Poultry and Eggs, Pastured Pork

Planet Earth Diversified165 Earth Way DriveStanardsville

Michael Clark(434) 985 · 3570market@planetearthdiversified.comwww.planetearthdiversified.com

Sells at Charlottesville City Market, Forest Lakes Farmers Markets, CSA, online, by phone, retailers, restaurantsSeasonal Produce, Micro-Greens, Herbs, Edible Flowers, Eggs, Rosemary Wreaths, Jams, Jellies, Sauces, Pestos

Rocky Road Produce78 Rocky RoadStanardsville

Jason Stager(434) 985 · [email protected]

CSA with variety of shares, Earlysville, Madison, and Stanardsville Farmers MarketsSeasonal Produce

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by Susanna Byrd

You might think it unlikely that a farmer as grounded as Michael Clark of Planet Earth Diversified would get his inspiration

from the spaceship Apollo 13. But if you take a tour of his farm, you’ll see just how technology and careful engineering play into every aspect of its production. As a child, Mike learned how astronauts recycle every resource within a spacecraft’s closed environment. This inspired him, and today he is in charge of a nuanced farming operation that lets no good thing go to waste.

Planet Earth Diversified has been in operation since 1975—long before terms like “local food” and “sustainable agriculture” were common lingo. Since then, the farm has evolved to include several acres of seasonal crops and multiple greenhouses that host a remarkable diversity of life: arugula, tomatoes, basil, sorrel, micro-greens, and even citrus trees.

In the winter, Mike heats his greenhouses with a generator that runs off of used motor and cooking oil. His greens grow in a hydroponic system—designed to constantly recycle water and nutrients. Mike has even shared the farm’s homemade electricity, water and refrigeration with

his neighbors during power outages. “We would all be in the dark, hungry and with no water if [the community] hadn’t supported us,” he explains.

Planet Earth Diversified is evidence that small-scale agriculture can be modern and innovative, while maintaining a very real connection to people and place. “The best way of taking care of the earth is to have everybody invested in it,” says Mike. Though there is no end to the hard work (i.e. 3 am checkups on greenhouse temperatures), there is the pleasure of being outdoors and that crisp, lemony taste of fresh sorrel—indicators of a well-chosen profession and a job well done.

Farms

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Forrest Green Farm2317 Evergreen RoadLouisa

Krista & Rob Rahm(540) 967 · [email protected]

Sells on-site (Thurs-Sun 9 am-5 pm), online web sale, Integral Yoga, Fall Line Farms Co-opCulinary/Medicinal Herbs, Vegetable & Flower Plants, Dried Herbal Teas, Dips, Seasonings, Pastured Eggs, Poultry, Beef

Hill Farm Vintage Vegetables5964 W. Old Mountain RoadLouisa

Susan Hill(540) 748 · [email protected]

On-site by appt., Foods of All Nations, Local Food HubAll Winter—Lettuce, Greens, Beets, Choy, Seasonal Produce Rest of Year

Meeting House Farm1749 Rock Quarry RoadLouisa

Amanda Welch(540) 270 · [email protected]

Sells at Charlottesville City Market & Whole FoodsHoney, Eggs, Produce, Granola, Soaps & Bath Products

Meredith Farm2820 Gardeners RoadMineral

Barret Meredith(804) 929 · [email protected]

Sell On-Site, The Mineral Pack and Ship in the Town of MineralGrass-Fed Beef, Pasture-Raised Eggs

Pink House Farm8628 Jefferson HwyMineral

Clyde Harkrader(540) 894 · [email protected]

Sells On-Site (call ahead), Minerals Farmers Market, Old Towne Butcher, Harvest Market, Yellow UmbrellaPasture-Raised Tamworth Pork, Free-Range Poultry and Eggs

Poindexter Farm4645 East Jack Jouett RoadLouisa

Tom Martin(540) 748 · [email protected]

Sells at Charlottesville City MarketCertified Organic Asparagus, Blueberries, Sweet Potatoes

Sweetwater FarmMineral

Jerry and Heather [email protected]

Sells at Mineral Farmers’ MarketSeasonal Vegetables and Fruits, Flowers, Herbs, Vegetable and Herb Plants

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Allen’s Creek Farm1936 Emblys Gap RdRoseland

Marcia McDuffie(434) 277 · [email protected]

Sells on-site by appt. Thurs-Sun, 8 am- 2 pm, Will deliver to Charlottesville areaNaturally Raised Lamb (Whole or Half), Milk-Fed Baby Lamb (May-June), Market Lamb (Sept-April)

Appalachia Star Farm163 Shaeffers Hollow LaneRoseland

Michael & Kathryn Bertoni(434) 277 · [email protected]

CSA, Charlottesville City Market, Meade Park Market, Nelson County Market, Lexington Market, On-Site (Tue. & Fri. until 5 pm, May thru November)Seasonal Produce, Berries, Eggs, Culinary Herbs, Bedding Plants

Bethlehem FarmsShipman

Ridgely Harrison(434) 263 · [email protected] www.bethlehemfarms.com

Sells on-site by appt.Gourmet Goat Cheeses, Alpine Dairy Goats and Bucks

Borrowed Ground Farm63 Mosby LaneFaber

Jessie & Chris Carter(540) 470 · [email protected]

Sells at Nellysford Farmers MarketSeasonal Produce, Flowers, Fresh and Dried Culinary and Medicinal Herbs, Wildcrafted Mushrooms, Berries

Critzer Family Farm9388 Critzer Shop RoadAfton

Whitney Critzer(540) 456 · [email protected]

Sells on-site Mon-Sat, 8 am-6 pm, local farmers marketsSeasonal Produce & Veggies, Strawberries (U-Pick & Pre-Picked), Peaches, Pumpkins, Plums, Cherries

Finest Kind Farm79 S. Powells Island RoadTye River

Eve and William Yagel(434) 263 · [email protected]

Sells on-site by apptSeasonal Produce, Grass-fed Jersey Beef, Chicken, Eggs, Jersey Herdshares

Frog Hollow Farm3720 Adial RoadFaber

William Karnes(540) 221 · [email protected]

Sells at Waynesboro and Nellysford Farmers MarketsSeasonal Produce (Peaches, Squash, Sweet Corn, Potatoes), Eggs

Goodwin Creek Farm151 Goodwin Creek TrailAfton

John & Nancy Hellerman(540) 456 · [email protected]

Sells on-site, online, retailers, restaurantsSeasonal Produce, Free Range Eggs, Baked Goods

Heart Root Farm33 Wildwood TrailAfton

Terry Lilley(434) 296 · [email protected]

Sell by special order, Nelson County Farmers MarketMedicinal Herbs, Produce, Culinary Herbs

Heaven and Earth Acres450 Phillips LaneNellysford

Tom Weber(434) 361 · [email protected]

Sells on-site by appt. Nelson Farmers MarketFresh & Dried Herbs, Apples & Other Fruit

Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery2800 Berry Hill RoadNellysford

Kimberly Allen Pugh(434) 361 · [email protected]

Sells on-site year round (Wed-Sun 11 am-5 pm, Hours extended for blackberry season)Seasonal U-Pick Blackberries, Jams, Jellies and Honey. “True to the Fruit” Wines & Historical Honey Meads

Hungry Hill Farm89 Williamstown Rd.Shipman

Glenn R. Clayton(434) 989 · [email protected] www.hungryhillhoney.com

Sells at Farmers Markets (Charlottesville City Market, Lynchburg, Nellysford & Staunton), on-site by appt.Virginia Honey, Beeswax, Bee-Keeping Supplies, Shiitake Mushrooms & More

Lucky Moon FarmPiney River

Ann Mooney(434) 962 · [email protected]

Sells at Nelson and other farmers markets, restaurantsVegetable, Red & Black Raspberries, Blueberries, Blackberries, Currants, Elderberries, Medicinal Herbs & Preparations, Apothecary Creations, Raw Honey

Rodgers Family Farms3875 Stagebridge RoadShipman

Patty Rodgers(434) 987 · [email protected]

Direct sales, open by appt.Grass-Fed Beef and Pastured Pork

Thistle Top Farm234 The Hollow LaneLovingston

V-Anne Evans and Desmond Cormier(434) 263 · [email protected]

Sells at Nelson Farmers Market, Charlottesville City Market, Direct SalesPasture-Raised Lamb, Wool, Cut Flowers

Twin Springs Farm1200 Findlay Mountain RoadShipman

Gary and Jeanne Scott(434) 263 ·[email protected]

Sells on-site by appt., Nelson Farmers Markets, grocers, restaurants, CSASeasonal Produce, Strawberries, Blueberries, Market Lettuce and Greens Year Round


Spring Gate Farm6675 Fredericksburg Rd.Barboursville

Jane H. McKinney(434) 990 · [email protected]

Sells on-site by appt., Madison and Forest Lakes Farmers Markets, Restaurants, WholesalePastured Beef, Pork, Lamb, Goat, Seasonal Produce, Blackberries, Peaches, Melons, Honey, Eggs, Cashmere Fiber

Sweet Peeps Farm9443 Dyke RoadDyke

Marissa, Steph or John(434) 985 · 1244

Email through Facebook: Sweet Peeps Farm

Sells on-site by appt, Earlysville Farmers Market, Greene County Farmers MarketPastured Poultry & Eggs, Heritage Breed Pork, Heritage Breed Turkey, Farm Tours

Wolf Creek Farm4345 Wolftown-Hood Road Madison

John Whiteside(540) 948 · [email protected]

Sells on-site by appt, Charlottesville City Market, Relay Foods, Specialty Grocers (see website)Grass-Fed, Natural Beef Year Round, No Antibiotics or Growth Hormones, No Grain, Hay grown without Chemicals

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It’s no secret that the local food movement has picked up momentum in Virginia’s Piedmont. Yet, there are still a number

of challenges that local food producers and distributors face as they try to create a sustainable local food economy.

This January, PEC decided to try something new—we hosted our first-ever work session for our Buy Fresh Buy Local chapters in Charlottesville, Loudoun, and the Northern Piedmont. The goal was to provide a space in which local food providers could bring up a topic of interest, meet others who are interested in a similar issue, and then take part in constructive conversations and strategic planning centered around a plan of action.

“Going into the workshop, we didn’t know what to expect,” says Jessica Palmer, PEC’s Buy Fresh Buy Local Coordinator. “We wanted to facilitate these important conversations but were aware of how difficult it could be to tackle some of the topics. But, it went really well. It was great to see our partners come together and really take on some of the challenges. Everyone was engaged—leaning in and focused on developing a plan.”

The nine action groups at the workshop each centered around a different topic, ranging

from coordinated feed buying to social media marketing. Each group then generated an action plan to guide their work together over the next twelve months.

Educating Consumers— Starting a Local Food Seminar Series

Bill Calvani and KeriAn Dodson of Rebecca’s Natural Food attended the workshop session, and they teamed up with John Whiteside of Wolf Creek Farm and Susan Vidal of Brightwood Vineyard & Farm. Their action plan is focused on how to better educate consumers about the local food system, and they are turning words into action.

The group is organizing a seminar series at Rebecca’s that will start in May. The objective of their “Restoring Local Food Systems” series is to have local producers, distributors and experts of all varieties share their experiences in preserving and rebuilding their portion of the local food system. Their hope is that, through this speaker series, consumers will better understand how the various parts of their community fit together, and how they can feasibly make local food a part of their life. Be sure to check Rebecca’s Facebook page or BuyLocalVirginia.org for updates, and we hope to see you there!

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groCErsFind out which products are local and encourage these outlets to stock even more. All it takes is a bit of customer encouragement!


Animal Connection1701-E Allied Street Charlottesvillewww.animalconnectionva.com

Anderson Carriage Food House2046 Barracks RoadCharlottesvillewww.andersonscarriagefoodhouse.com

Crozet Great Valu5795 Three Notch’d RoadCrozet(434) 823 · 4744

Cville Market221 Carlton RoadCharlottesvillewww.cvillemarket.com

Feast!416 West Main StreetCharlottesvillewww.feastvirginia.com

Foods of all Nations2121 Ivy RoadCharlottesvillewww.foodsofallnations.com

Greenwood Gourmet Grocery6701 Rockfish Gap TurnpikeCrozetwww.greenwoodgourmet.com

Integral Yoga Natural Foods923-H Preston AvenueCharlottesvillewww.iyfoods.com

Market Street Wineshop Downtown311 E Market St.Charlottesvillewww.marketstreetwine.com

The Organic Butcher416 West Main StreetCharlottesvillewww.theorganicbutcher.com

Rebecca’s Natural Food1141 Emmet StreetBarracks Road Shopping CenterCharlottesville(434) 977 · 1965www.rebeccasnaturalfood.comOpen Monday-Friday 9 am-8 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-6 pm

Relay FoodsCharlottesvillewww.relayfoods.com

The Virginia Shop1047-B Emmet St. Barracks Road Shopping CenterCharlottesvillewww.thevashop.net

Whole Foods Market1797 Hydraulic Road Charlottesvillewww.wholefoods.com

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Flippin-Seaman, Inc.5529 Crabtree Falls Hwy, Tyrowww.flippin-seaman.com


Carter Mountain Orchard1435 Carters Mountain TrailCharlottesville

Cynthia Chiles(434) 977 · [email protected]

Sell on-site April through December, hours vary by season-visit website or callU-Pick & Fresh-Picked Peaches and Apples, Apple Cider, Pumpkins, Bakery, Country Store, Wine Shop, School Tours

Chiles Peach Orchard1351 Greenwood RoadCrozet

Cynthia Chiles(434) 823 · [email protected]

Sells on-site May through November, hours vary by season—visit website or callStrawberries, Sweet Cherries, Peaches, Apples, Nectarines, Pumpkins, Seasonal Vegetables, U-Pick Available

Henley’s Orchard2192 Holly Hill Farm RdCrozet

Sarah Henley(434) 823 · 2560(434) 823 · [email protected]

Sells on-site (Mon-Sat 9 am-5 pm, Sun 1-4 pm), wholesale and retail, restaurantsApples, Peaches, Grass-Fed Beef in Halves and Quarters

Spring Valley Orchard3526 Spring Valley RoadAfton

Cynthia Chiles(434) 960 · 9443www.springvalleyorchard.com

Sells on-site, June through July (Mon-Fri 10 am-5 pm, Sat-Sun 9 am-5 pm)Sweet Cherries

Vintage Virginia Apples2545 Rural Ridge LaneNorth Garden

Charlotte Shelton(434) 297 · [email protected]

Sells on-site (Wed-Sun 11 am-5 pm), Charlottesville City Market, online, retailersRare & Vintage Apples, Peaches, Pears, Plums, Apricots, Cider, Fruit Trees, Workshops

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Fruit Hill Orchard2745 Thomas Jefferson PkwyPalmyra

Terry & Barbara Lintecum(434) 981 · [email protected]

Sells on-site Aug-Oct (Tues-Fri 10 am-6 pm, Sat 9 am-6 pm)Apples, Peaches, Melons, Tomatoes, Peppers, Apple Butter, Jam, Jelly, Bread

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The Apple Shed14815 Thomas Nelson Hwy.Lovingston

(434) 263 · 8843

Sells on-site (Daily 9 am-6 pm)Apples, Cider, Pumpkins, Over 65 Varieties of Jams, Butters & Pickles

Dickie Brothers Orchard2685 Dickie RoadRoseland

John Bruguiere(434) 277 · [email protected]

Orchard and Farm Market open during harvest season, July through 1st week of November. U-Pick Available.Blackberries, Peaches, Nectarines, Plums, Apples, Sweet Potatoes, Pumpkins and More!

Drumheller’s Orchard1130 Drumheller Orchard LaneLovingston

Morgan Drumheller(434) 263 · [email protected]

Sells on-site Sept-Dec (Mon-Sat 9 am-5 pm, Sun 12-5 pm). Peaches July 15-end of Aug (Tue-Sat, 9 am-5 pm, Sun 12-5 pm)Apples, Hams, Apple Cider, Apple Butter, Honey, Syrup

Fitzgerald’s Orchard728 Harpers Creek LaneTyro

Tommy and Donna Fitzgerald(434) 277 · 5798

Sells on-site (Sept-Nov, Mon-Sat 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Dec-Apr, Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm)Apples, Apple Cider (when available), Apple Butter

Saunders Brothers Farm Market2717 Tye Brook HighwayPiney River

Jim Saunders(434) 277 · [email protected]

Sells on-site (Mon-Sat 9 am-5 pm)Seasonal Produce, Beef, Apples, Peaches, Asian Pears, Cheese, Ice Cream, Jams, Jellies, Baked Goods, Plants

Seamans’ Orchard415 Dark Hollow RdRoseland

(434) 277 · [email protected] www.seamansorchard.com

Sells at Flippin Seaman Packing Shed, see website for U-Pick datesApples, Pumpkins, Strawberries, Cherries

Silver Creek Orchards3679 Pharsalia RoadTyro

(434) 277 · 5824www.flippin-seaman.com

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27 Albemarle Ciderworks

28 Carter Mountain Orchard

29 Jefferson Vineyards

30 Wisdom Oak Winery

31 Trump Winery

32 Blenheim Vineyards

33 Crofton Plaza Farmers Market

34 Forrest Green Farm

35 Mineral Farmers Market

36 Cooper Vineyards

37 Wintergreen Winery

38 Devils Backbone Brewing Company

39 Wild Wolf Brewery

40 Nelson Farmers Market-Nellysford

41 Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery

42 Delfosse Winery

43 First Colony Winery

44 Fruit Hill Orchard

45 Layz S Ranch

46 Fluvanna Farmers Market

47 Scottsville Farmers Market

48 Wild Oats Farm

49 Fitzgerald’s Orchard

50 The Apple Shed

51 Silver Creek Orchards

52 Dickie Brothers Orchard

53 Appalachia Star Farm

54 Mountain Cove Vineyard

55 Allen’s Creek Farm

56 Seamans’ Orchard

57 Drumheller’s Orchard

58 Woodson’s Mill

59 Saunders Brothers Farm Market

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2 Autumn Hill Vineyards

3 Stone Mountain Vineyards

4 Farmcolony

5 Greene County Farmers Market

6 White Hall Vineyards

7 Free Union Grass Farm

8 Earlysville Farmers Market

9 Henley’s Orchard

10 Timber Creek Organics

11 Forest Lakes Farmers Market

12 Keswick Vineyards

13 Chiles Peach Orchard

14 King Family Vineyards

15 Crozet Farmers Market

16 Rebecca’s Natural Food

17 Animal Connection

18 Charlottesville City Market

19 Farmers in the Park

20 Afton Mountain Vineyards

21 Veritas Winery

22 Critzer Family Farm

23 Blue Mountain Brewery

24 Cardinal Point Winery

25 Spring Valley Orchard

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Bellair Farm CSA5375 Bellair FarmCharlottesville

Jamie Barrett(434) 262 · [email protected]

CSA (Wed 10-4:30 pm and Sat 9-2 pm); Charlottesville Weekday Farmers MarketsSeasonal Produce, Flowers, Herbs, Eggs, Pork, Chicken

Best of What’s AroundP.O. Box 700Scottsville

Chris Schmidt (434) 286 · [email protected]

Sells at restaurants and retailers, CSA (see website for details), Charlottesville City Market, Nellysford Farmers MarketGrass-Fed Beef

High Five CSA & Farm2352 Milton RoadCharlottesville

Ezekiel Fugate(434) 534 · 7564 [email protected]

Sells at farmers markets and CSA, contact for infoSeasonal Produce, Fresh Flowers, Cow Share

Horse & Buggy Produce1810 BroadwayCharlottesville

Brett Wilson(434) 293 · [email protected]

Sells to members weekly or bi-weekly—home or office delivery, pick-up locations in C’ville, Crozet and moreFruits & Vegetable Boxes; Meal Boxes; Pasture-Raised Beef, Chicken, Turkeys & Forest-Raised Pork; Eggs; Goat Cheese; Trout; Locally Made Foods

New Branch Farm1070 Bishop Hill RoadCharlottesville

Stephanie Meyers(434) 977 · [email protected]

Charlottesville City Market, Year-Round CSA, Winter CSA, RestaurantsSeasonal Vegetables, Strawberries, Flowers, Potted Plants. See Website for Complete List

Steadfast Farm1554 Taylors Gap RdCharlottesville

Brian Walden(434) 566 · [email protected]

Sells on-site (call or email for information), Charlottesville City Market, local restaurants, CSAGrains, Dry Beans, Legumes, Oilseeds, Grass-Fed Beef by the 1/4, 1/2, Whole or by the Cut, Seasonal Produce, Artesian Trout

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Layz S Ranch2253 Thomas Jefferson ParkwayPalmyra

Greg Sclater(434) 591 · [email protected]

CSA, Sells on-site (Saturdays in Oct., 10 am-4 pm)Seasonal Produce, Fruits, Herbs, Honey, Pumpkins, Grass-Fed Beef

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Leavings3209 Amicus RoadStanardsville

Paul Dillon and Melissa Dimmitt(434) 990 · [email protected]

Sells on-site by appt. & small vegetable CSASeasonal Produce, Herbs, Flowers, 100% Forage-Fed Goat and Lamb, Pastured Poultry and Eggs, Pastured Pork

Rocky Road Produce78 Rocky RoadStanardsville

Jason Stager(434) 985 · [email protected]

CSA with variety of shares, Earlysville, Madison, and Stanardsville Farmers MarketsSeasonal Produce

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Appalachia Star Farm163 Shaeffers Hollow LaneRoseland

Michael & Kathryn Bertoni(434) 277 · [email protected]

CSA, Charlottesville City Market, Meade Park Market, Nelson County Market, Lexington Market, On-Site (Tue. & Fri. until 5 pm, May thru November)Seasonal Produce, Berries, Eggs, Culinary Herbs, Bedding Plants

Twin Springs Farm1200 Findlay Mountain RoadShipman

Gary and Jeanne Scott(434) 263 · [email protected]

Sells on-site by appt., CSA, Nelson Farmers Markets, grocers, restaurantsSeasonal Produce, Strawberries, Blueberries, Market Lettuce and Greens Year Round

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Goodwin Creek Farm151 Goodwin Creek TrailAfton

John & Nancy Hellerman(540) 456 · [email protected]

Sells on-site, online, retailers, restaurantsSeasonal Produce, Free Range Eggs, Baked Goods

Great Harvest Bread Co1701 Allied LaneCharlottesville

Kath Younger (434) 202 · [email protected]

Sells On-SiteWhole Wheat Bread, Scratch-Made Sweets, Made-to-Order Sandwiches, Coffee, House-Made Mixes

Hudson Henry Baking Co.P.O. Box 460Palmrya

Hope Lawrence(434) 207 · [email protected]

Sells online, Charlottesville City Market, retailersHandcrafted, small batch granola

Jam According to Daniel1626 Saint Annes RoadCharlottesville

Daniel Perry(434) 825 · [email protected]

Sells at Charlottesville City Market, Greenwood Gourmet Grocery, Feast!, Albemarle Baking Co., Revolutionary Soup, The Happy Cook, The Flat, Polak VineyardsJam in 100 Flavors, Made with One Pound of Local Fruit in Every Jar (No Pectin Added)

New Moon NaturalsCharlottesville

Dawn Story(540) 718 · [email protected]

Sells at Forest Lakes Farmers Market, Integral Yoga, Greenwood Gourmet, Friendly City Food Coop, and by Special OrderDried Bulk Herbs, Herbal Teas, Medicines and Elixirs Featuring Locally Grown Herbs

Rare Lynx LLC150 Lynx Farm LaneCharlottesville

Denise Hyland(434) 295 · [email protected]

Sells at farmers markets, local retailers, fairs, onlineAuthentic Extra Virginia Olive Oil, Sea Salt, and Rubs infused with local ingredients

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Landovel Farm/The Holy Grael342 Gravel Hill RoadFork Union

Gary Grunau(434) 842 · [email protected]

Sells at farmers markets (Arlington, Dale City, Forest Lakes), Foods of All NationsSorbet Made with Raw Locally Grown Fruit (BPA-free packaging)


Planet Earth Diversified165 Earth Way DriveStanardsville

Michael Clark(434) 985 · 3570market@planetearthdiversified.comwww.planetearthdiversified.com

Sells at Cville City Market, Forest Lakes Farmers Markets, online, by phone, retailers, restaurants, CSASeasonal Produce, Micro-Greens, Herbs, Edible Flowers, Eggs, Rosemary Wreaths, Jams, Jellies, Sauces, Pestos

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Garden Medicinals and CulinariesP.O. Box 460Mineral


Sells onlineMedicinal and Culinary Herbs, Ethnic and Heirloom Varieties of Vegetables and Flowers

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Barefoot BuchaAfton

Ethan and Kate Zuckerman [email protected]

Available at grocers and restaurants throughout the Virginia. No sales/tours onsite.Artisanal kombucha in a reusable bottle. Flavors include Ginger, Classic, Elderflower Sunrise, Jasmine, more. Best tasting and most earth-friendly kombucha around.

Edible Landscaping Nursery361 Spirit Ridge LaneAfton


Sells on-site, online, mail orderEdible Potted Plants (Such as Apples, Asparagus, Berries, Wine Grapes)

Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery2800 Berry Hill RoadNellysford

Kimberly Allen Pugh(434) 361 · [email protected]

Sells on-site year round (Wed-Sun 11 am-5 pm, Hours extended for blackberry season)Seasonal U-Pick Blackberries, Jams, Jellies and Honey. “True to the Fruit” Wines & Historical Honey Meads

Inglewood Lavender Farm4638 Variety Mills RoadArrington

Kathy Tillman(434) [email protected]

Sells onsite (Starting May 4th, Saturday & Sunday 10 am-4 pm), Cut-Your-OwnLavender and Lavender Products, Seasonal Produce, Eggs

Virginia Vinegar Works1234 Mayo Creek LaneWingina

Steph and Jay Rostow(434) 953 · [email protected]

Sells at Nelson and Goochland farmers markets, retailers, restaurants Handcrafted, Small-Batch Wine and Malt Vinegars

Woodson’s Mill3211 Lowesville RoadRoseland

Will Brockenbrough804-803-1794grits@woodsonsmill.comwww.woodsonsmill.com

Open Saturdays from 10 am-4 pm (closed in winter), local retailers, onlineGrits, White & Yellow Cornmeal, Whole Wheat Flour, 3-Grain Pancake Mix, Hushpuppy Batter


Albemarle CiderWorks2524 Rural Ridge LaneNorth Garden

Charlotte Shelton(434) 297 · [email protected]

Tasting room open Wed-Sun 11 am-5 pm

American Hard Cider

Animal Connection1701-E Allied StreetCharlottesville

Pattie Boden(434) 296 · [email protected]

Mon-Fri 10 am-5:30 pm, Sat 9 am-4 pm

All Natural Pet Food, Locally Made Pet Products, Eco-Friendly Accessories

Brenda Moore1999 Moore LaneScottsville

(434) 295 · 8361

Fluvanna Farmers Market at Pleasant Grove, Crofton Plaza Farmers Market Lake MonticelloAssorted Jams and Jellies, Baked Goods, Crafts, Eggs

Burning Bush Jam336 Bowlers Mill RoadGordonsville

Tilton Pugh(540) 832 · [email protected]

Sells at Charlottesville City MarketJalapeno (J), J Apple, J Blackberry, J Blueberry, J Cherry, J Cranberry, J Grape, J Habanero, J Peach, J Raspberry, J Strawberry, J Pear

Family Ties and Pies1647 Brandywine DriveCharlottesville

Lynette Meynig(434) 981 · [email protected]

Charlottesville City Market, Relay Foods, local restaurantsGourmet, Butter-Crust Fruit Pies, Quiches, Scones, Brioche and Granola using Fresh, Seasonal, Local Ingredients

The Farm at Red Hill2400 Southside DriveNorth Garden

Wendy and Richard Harrison(434) 979 · [email protected]

Sells through: Whole Foods, Foods of All Nations, Integral Yoga, Reid’s, Great Valu, Market St. Market & UVAProduce Grown Year Round: Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Sweet & Hot Peppers, Herbs, Eggs, Salsa, Hummus & Habanero Jams

Farmstead FermentsCharlottesville

Dawn Story(540) 718 · 3200info@farmsteadferments.comwww.farmsteadferments.comwww.facebook.com/FarmsteadFerments

Sells at local markets, Forest Lakes Farmers Market, and by special orderSeasonal Naturally-Fermented Foods and Beverages (Sauerkraut, Kimchi, Pickled Veggies, Kombucha Starters, Water Kefir Sodas)

~ We Support Our Rural Economy ~

ALBEMARLE COUNTY

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

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ALBEMARLE COUNTYA Great Place for

Food Producers & Food Lovers!

ALBEMARLE COUNTY ECONOMiC dEvELOpMENT

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The Many Reasons To

Buy LocaL!Buy LocaL!Buy LocaL!Buying local gives you freedom of choice for your family’s health and nutrition.

Locally grown & produced foods are exceptionally fresh, delicious and abundant.

Buying local protects the environment.

Buying local supports endangered family farms and strengthens the local economy.

Buying local protects open space and farmland.

Cheese & Dairy

Specialty Products

Poultry U-Pick

Meat Produce

Seafood

WhaT is a csa? A CSA is a farm that grows for a group of families. Members join before the season begins and receive a weekly basket of farm products.

rEstaurants CatErErs

A Pimento Catering1117-L East Market StreetCharlottesville(434) 971 · 7720www.apimentocatering.com

Anderson Carriage Food House2046 Barracks RoadCharlottesville(434) 970 · 2722www.andersonscarriagefoodhouse.com

Bella Clare Personal Chef & Catering(434) 465 · 5749www.bella-clare.com

Feast!416 West Main StreetCharlottesville(434) 244 · 7800www.feastvirginia.com

Dinner at Home218 West Market StreetCharlottesville(434) 202 · 7260www.ashleysdinnerathome.com

Greenwood Gourmet Grocery6701 Rockfish Gap TurnpikeCrozet(540) 456 · 6431www.greenwoodgourmet.com

Harvest Moon Catering946 Grady Avenue, Suite 17Charlottesville(434) 296 · 9091www.hmcatering.com

Ingrid Berger Personal Chef & Catering ServiceCharlottesville(434) 825 · 5116www.ingridcuisine.com

Vinegar Hill Café & CateringJefferson School City Center233 Fourth Street NW(434) 245 · [email protected]

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Ask your server which foods on the menu are local. Whenever you’re dining at a restaurant, express your preference for locally-sourced foods.

INSTITUTIONS BUYING LOCAL:

Albemarle County Schools · Charlottesville City Schools Charlottesville Field School · Greene County Schools

Jefferson Area Board for the Aging · Martha Jefferson Hospital Mountaintop Montessori · Nelson County Schools · St. Anne’s Belfield

Tandem Friends School · UVA Hospital · UVA Dining Halls · UVA Darden School UVA International Residential College · Westminster Canterbury

LOCAL FOOD DISTRIBUTORS:

Blue Ridge Produce (Culpeper): www.blueridgeproduce.net

Keany Produce (Loudoun): www.keanyproduce.com

Local Food Hub (Charlottesville): www.localfoodhub.org

The Fresh Link (Loudoun): www.thefreshlink.com

Institutions and Local Distributors: Making the Connection

AlbemArle

Afton Mountain Vineyards234 Vineyard Lane, Afton(540) 456 · [email protected]

Albemarle Ciderworks2545 Rural Ridge Lane, North Garden(434) 297 · [email protected]

Blenheim Vineyards31 Blenheim Farm, Charlottesville(434) 293 · [email protected]

First Colony Winery1650 Harris Creek Road, Charlottesville(434) 979 · 7105www.firstcolonywinery.com

Jefferson Vineyards1353 Thomas Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville(434) 977 · 3042www.jeffersonvineyards.com

Keswick Vineyards1575 Keswick Winery Drive, Keswick(434) 244 · 3341www.keswickvineyards.com

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King Family Vineyards6550 Roseland Farm Lane, Crozet(434) 823 · 7800www.kingfamilyvineyards.com

Trump Winery Tasting Room3550 Blenheim Road, Charlottesville(434) 984 · 4855www.trumpwinery.com

White Hall Vineyards5282 Sugar Ridge Road, White Hall(434) 823 · [email protected]

Wisdom Oak Winery3613 Walnut Branch Lane, North Garden(434) 984 · 4272www.wisdomoakwinery.com

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Autumn Hill Vineyards3031 River Drive, Stanardsville(434) 985 · 6100www.autumnhillwine.com

Stone Mountain Vineyards1376 Wyatt Mountain Road, Dyke(434) 990-WINEwww.stonemountainvineyards.com

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Cooper Vineyards13372 Shannon Hill Road, Louisa(540) 894 · 5474www.coopervineyards.com

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Blue Mountain Brewery9519 Critzers Shop Road, Afton(540) 456 · 8020www.bluemountainbrewery.com

Cardinal Point Vineyard and Winery9423 Batesville Road, Afton(540) 456 · 8400www.cardinalpointwinery.com

DelFosse Vineyards and Winery500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber(434) 263 · 6100www.delfossewine.com

Devils Backbone Brewing Company200 Mosbys Run, Roseland(434) 361 · 1001www.dbbrewingcompany.com

Mountain Cove Vineyard1362 Fortunes Cove Lane, Lovingston(434) 263 · 5392www.mountaincovevineyards.com

Veritas Vineyard and WineryGPS: 145 Saddleback Farm, Afton(540) 456 · 8000www.veritaswines.com

Wild Wolf Brewery2461 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford(434) 361 · 0088www.wildwolfbeer.com

Wintergreen Winery462 Winery Lane, Nellysford(434) 361 · 2519www.wintergreenwinery.com

Growing the local food economy means connecting institutions with local products. Does your institution purchase locally grown foods? Are you a distributor of local foods? We’d like to hear from you! Contact us at [email protected].


Beer Run156 Carlton Rd. Ste 203, Charlottesville(434) 984 · 2337www.beerrun.com

Blue Moon Diner512 W. Main Street, Charlottesville(434) 980 · 6666

C&O Restaurant515 E. Water Street, Charlottesville(434) 971 · 7044www.candorestaurant.com

Carpe Donut1715 Allied Street, Charlottesville(434) 806 · 6202www.carpedonut.org

Clifton the Country Inn1296 Clifton Inn Drive, Charlottesville(434) 971 · 1800www.cliftoninn.net

Dr. Ho’s Humble Pie4916 Plank Road, North Garden(434) 245 · 0000www.doctorhoshumblepie.com

Fardowners Restaurant5773 The Square, Crozet(434) 823 · 1300www.fardowners.com

Feast!416 West Main Street, Charlottesville(434) 244 · 7800www.feastvirginia.com

Fleurie108 3rd Street NE, Charlottesville(434) 971 · 7800www.fleurierestaurant.com

Hamilton’s at First & Main101 West Main Street, Charlottesville(434) 295 · 6649www.hamiltonsrestaurant.com

The Ivy Inn Restaurant2244 Old Ivy Road, Charlottesville(434) 977 · 1222www.ivyinnrestaurant.com

L’etoile817 W. Main Street, Charlottesville(434) 979 · 7957www.letoilerestaurant.com

Ristorante Al Dente925 2nd Street SE, Charlottesville(434) 295 · 9922

Tavola826 Hinton Ave, Charlottesville(434) 972 · 9463 www.tavolavino.com

Vivace Restaurant2244 Ivy Road, Charlottesville(434) 979 ·0994www.vivacecville.com

Zinc Restaurant420 West Main Street, Charlottesville(434) 245 · 9462www.comptoirzinc.com

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Basic Necessities2226 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford(434) 361 · 1766www.basicnecessities.us

Pesto Stuffed Shiitake Mushrooms from Sharondale Farm

Serves 4

24 Sharondale shiitake mushrooms

1 bunch of basil, or try other seasonal greens like nettles, sorrel, arugula, garlic scapes, or parsley

3 cloves of garlic

1⁄2 cup olive oil

Lemon juice or local sour fruit like gooseberries, to taste

Salt, to taste

Parmesan or local hard cheese from Mountain View Farm or Caromont Creamery

Trim stems off the mushrooms (save for soup stock!) and set caps aside for stuffing. Mix seasonal pesto by chopping or using a food processor to combine basil (or other greens), garlic, olive oil, lemon juice and salt.* Spoon the pesto into each mushroom cap and top with a sprinkling of cheese. Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes.

*For a crispier filling, add breadcrumbs to pesto mixture.

The Local824 Hinton Ave., Charlottesville(434) 984 · 9749www.thelocal-cville.com

Mas Tapas Bar501 Monticello Road, Charlottesville(434) 979 · 0990www.mastapas.com

Maya633 West Main Street, Charlottesville(434) 979 · 6292www.maya-restaurant.com

Orzo416 W. Main Street, Charlottesville(434) 975 · 6796 www.orzokitchen.com

Petit Pois201 East Main Street, Charlottesville(434) 979 · 7647www.petitpoisrestaurant.com

Revolutionary Soup108 2nd Street SW, Charlottesville(434) 296 · 7687 www.revolutionarysoup.com

Photo by Mark Jones

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PEC’s Garden Awards are back!

Nominate your school or community garden in 2013

Congrats to our 2012 winners:

City Schoolyard Garden at Buford Middle School, Charlottesville Auburn Middle School Farm 2 Table, Fauquier

Culpeper Community Garden at CFC Farm and Home Store, Culpeper

Rappahannock Elementary School Farm-to-Table, Rappahannock

Madison Community Garden & School Pizza Garden, Madison

PATCH Community Garden at The Haven, Charlottesville

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The Piedmont Environmental Council works with citizens to keep Virginia’s Piedmont a wonderful

place—by protecting beautiful and historic landscapes, building great communities, promoting local farms and food, restoring natural resources, and connecting people with nature.

We are pleased to have helped citizens protect nearly 360,000 acres in our nine-county region with voluntary conservation easements—one of the most dramatic private land conservation success stories in America.

Check out our website if you want to:

` protect land

` learn about local and sustainable farming

` build wildlife habitat where you live—from butterfly gardens to vast preserves

` make your home more energy efficient

` find a nature camp for kids

` browse community events that can help you live more sustainably—or just get outdoors

` get involved in the issues shaping your local community

PEC is a non-profit grassroots organization supported by people who care about the Piedmont.

Please become a member! www.pecva.org

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Labels Defined!

Legal and Regulated LabelsAnimal Welfare Approved: Audits and certifies family farms who raise their animal outdoors on pasture or range according to specific handling and welfare standards. Third party verified: www.animalwelfareapproved.org

Certified Humane: Certification and labeling program that requires the humane treatment of farm animals from birth through slaughter. Animals have ample space, shelter, gentle handling, fresh water and healthy diet. Crates, cages, and tie stalls are forbidden and animals must be free to do what come naturally.Third party verified www.certifiedhumane.org

Certified Naturally Grown: Private farmer-to-farmer certification program small-scale, direct-market farmers and beekeepers using natural and “beyond organic” methods. Third party verified www.naturallygrown.org

Free-Range/Free-Roaming Poultry: Producers must demonstrate that the poultry has been allowed at least minimal access to the outside.USDA defined www.fsis.usda.gov

Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) Certified: A voluntary audit that focuses on best agricultural practices to verify that fruits and vegetables are produced, packed, handled, and stored in the safest manner possible to minimize risks of microbial food safety hazards. USDA defined www.ams.usda.gov

Grass Fed: 100% of diet of grass-fed animals consists of freshly grazed pasture during the growing season and stored grasses (hay or silage) during the winter months or drought conditions. No grain is fed throughout the animals’ lives. USDA defined www.ams.usda.gov

Natural: A product containing no artificial ingredients or added color and is only minimally processed. USDA defined www.fsis.usda.gov

Naturally-Raised: Livestock used for the production of meat and meat products have been raised entirely without growth promotants, antibiotics, and have never been fed animal by-products. USDA defined www.ams.usda.gov

Certified Organic: Certified organic farms strictly control the use of chemical, pesticides, hormones, antibiotics and other inputs. USDA defined and third party verified: www.ams.usda.gov/nop

USDA Inspected: Implies that the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service and the Agriculture Marketing Service have officially evaluated a meat product for class, grade, or other quality characteristics. USDA defined www.fsis.usda.gov

Market-driven Labels Cage-Free: Animals are not severely confined in cages.No legal or regulated definition

Grass Finished: Not to be confused with ‘grass fed’, this term implies that animals are fed grass and forage for an undefined period before going to slaughter, although they may have been given grains and other non-forage feed for a large part of their lives. No legal or regulated definition

Heritage Breed: A term applied to old, rare breeds of livestock that were bred over generations so that they are well-adapted to local environmental conditions. No legal or regulated definition

Virginia LabelsBuy Fresh Buy Local: Buy Fresh Buy Local is an outreach program through which consumers can find local farms and outlets that provide fresh, locally-grown products. As a consumer, ask the seller to tell you how they define local and the location of the farm that grows the product. Know your farmer and their farm! The Charlottesville Area Buy Fresh Buy Local guide’s listings are intended to indicate agricultural products grown or raised in Charlottesville, Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa & Nelson counties.

Virginia Grown: Product must be grown in Virginia. Program administered by VA Department of Agriculture.Visit www.vdacs.virginia.gov/vagrown

Virginia’s Finest: A trademark administered by the VA Department of Agriculture. It has been used for processed food products since 1989. To use this label a company must be headquartered in VA and have control over recipe, production, quality, labeling, marketing, and sale. The product ingredients are not required to be grown or raised in Virginia, and the product does not have to be processed in Virginia.Visit www.vafinest.com.

to oBtain CoPiEs or to BE ListEd in this guidE, please visit www.buylocalvirginia.org or call (434) 977·2033.

The developers of this guide do not have the capacity to independently verify all of the information presented here. Contributors to the guide are responsible for its content.

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