Durham has an abundance of high-quality food being grown in the region, with products ranging from beef and lamb, to honey and cider, to fresh fruit and vegetables.
This page contains information about farms offering access to local food and food products during the Covid-19 pandemic. It is being maintained and updated to provide an information resource to residents of Durham Region about where local food can be accessed, and to support our local agri-business community through promotion of their goods.
We are proud supporters of the Durham Farm Fresh (DFF) Marketing Association. DFF is a membership association representing farms, farmers’ markets, retailers, chefs and restaurants located within Durham Region. DFF provides resources for local producers and connects those interested in local food to the agricultural products grown in the community. Find out what is in season and DFF farms located near you through their interactive map. Enjoy the flavours of Durham Region!
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Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a model where consumers buy shares (usually before the season starts) of the farm harvest and in return, receive a regular supply of produce or other farm goods directly from the farm. CSA boxes are usually available for pick up or delivery.
Coopers CSA Farm & Maze Subscriptions to ‘The Farm Box’ which contains a bounty of fresh produce and farm-raised meat. FN Happy Farm CSA and CSA Workshare programs running from June-October. Produce, eggs and freezer meat including turkey, chicken and beef available. Forsythe Family Farms 2009 Inc. Partial and full season CSA options available consisting of fruits, vegetables and eggs. CSA trial bag also available. Hinterland Growers Offering a selection of organically grown produce, preserves, maple syrup, honey, meats and baked goods. Online store, on-farm retail and contactless pick-up available. Lunar Rhythm Gardens Organic Spring, Summer and Winter CSA programs. Vegetables, eggs, chicken, turkey, beef and pork available. Drop off point delivery options. The Stubborn Farmer Fresh weekly box deliveries of vegetables and/or meat. Wheelbarrow Farm Organic vegetable baskets available all year round with single basket subscriptions available. Willo' Wind Farm Organic pork, lamb, chicken, eggs and a wide selection of produce. Delivery options available. Willowtree Farms Variety of fruit, vegetable and meat shares available in various sizes and quantities. Zephyr Organics Certified organic weekly or bi-weekly produce boxes delivered to your doorstep. |
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All or Nothing Brewery Craft beer available for order through an online store and curb-side pick-up.
Applewood Farm Winery Award winning fruit wines, ciders, and meads. Fresh strawberries, mulberries, pumpkins, squash, and honey. Curbside pickup available. Archibalds Estate Winery Wines, ciders and gift baskets. Shipping available. Banjo Cider Small batch hand-crafted traditional dry apple cider. Pickup and delivery options available. Brock Street Brewing Refreshing award winning craft beer. Free delivery Chronicle Brewing Co Selection of craft beer with personality. Shipping available Falcon Brewing Co Microbrewery and Tap Room located in South Ajax. Pick up available. Geissbergers Farmhouse Cider Variety of apple ciders. Local delivery and pick up options available at the store. Little Beasts Brewing Selection of favourites, limited time and seasonal craft beer. Delivery and pickup options. Manantler Brewing Co Adventurous craft beer, lots of selection. Online store and delivery options Ocala Winery Selection of tasteful local wine. Shipping available. Old Flame Brewing Co. Broad selection of crisp lagers with character. Online shopping and delivery options. The Durham Distillery Small-batch handcrafted spirits. Online shopping available. The Second Wedge Brewing Co Fresh crafted beer available, pick up and delivery options SoCIAL LITE Vodka Naturally refreshing vodka soda beverages without any sugar, sweetener or artificial ingredients. Available at the LCBO. Sir Monty's Brewery Locally brewed beer available. Pick up at their store location. Slabtown Cider Destination craft cidery and local food market, pick up and local delivery options. Town Brewery Wide selection of craft beer including their favourite Pale Ale’s and IPA’s. Pickup and delivery options Two Blokes Cider Award-winning semi-sweet and dry ciders. Shipping available. 5 Paddles Brewing Delicious craft beer with an emphasis on flavour. Online pickup and delivery |
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Clarington Farmers' Market is an outdoor fresh food market operating May through October in the parking lot of Newcastle Memorial Arena. Durham College Farmers' Market Visit Bistro 67 on Fridays between 2:30 and 5:30pm and Saturdays between noon and 3pm to experience their Farmers’ Market and patio service. Take out can be ordered online for curbside pickup. Produce is grown on campus. North Oshawa Farmers' Market Offers a wide variety of local produce and products. Open every Saturday from August 15 to October 26 from 8am to 1pm in the southwest parking lot of the Delmark Homes Center. Oshawa Center Farmers' Market Visit the outdoor market on Fridays for a great selection of local fruits, vegetables, baked goods and flowers. Pickering Farmers' Market The Pickering Farmers’ Market is open every Tuesday until October 6th. Access your favourite local food and treats from their great selection of vendors. Port Perry Lakefront Farmers' Market Discover a variety of local produce, artisan meats and baking at the Port Perry Lakefront Farmers’ Market Uxbridge Farmers' Market Open on Sundays to the public. Pre-ordering options available from some vendors. Great selection of locally grown and crafted foods. Whitby Farmers' Market The Whitby Farmers’ Market is serving its customers through their online farmers’ market and in person market. Enjoy your favourite foods, treats and flavours grown close to home. |
| Bowmanville REKO Network Numerous local farms offering their farm grown products through the REKO Facebook group. Product pickup is arranged with the seller.
Kendal Hills Farm Virtual Farmers Market, wide range of produce, meat, baked goods, prepared meals and other assorted products. Delivery is available. Whitby Farmers' Market The Whitby Farmers’ Market is serving its customers through their online farmers’ market and in person market. Enjoy your favourite foods, treats and flavours grown close to home. |
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Algoma Orchards Gourmet market and bakery, whole-sale apples, whole -sale apple juice and more. Allin's Orchard 26 varieties of apples and specialty flavoured candy apples available in addition to fresh fruit and vegetables. Applewood Farm Winery Award winning fruit wines, ciders, and meads. Fresh strawberries, mulberries, pumpkins, squash, and honey. Curbside pickup available. Archibald's Orchard and Estate Winery Winery with tours, events, wine and cider tasting and on-farm orchard. Brooks Farm Offering wide variety of produce, preserves, baked goods, eggs and meat. Take out breakfast and lunch, curbside pick-up. Buzzing Bees Adventure Farm Homemade maple syrup and honey available, pre-picked pumpkins for sale in the fall. Cartwright Farms Farm bred and raised grass fed beef with exceptional quality and taste. City of Greens Enjoy the fresh greens and produce grown on City of Greens Farm. Multiple pick up locations available. Clark Meats Beef, veal, pork, turkey and chicken. Freezer orders available. Coopers CSA Farm & Maze Wide selection of produce and meat. Farm store open select Saturdays. Country Market and Garden Centre Carry local produce, baked goods, preserves and cheese, along with flowers, plants and trees for the garden. Curbside pick up and delivery options. Forsythe Family Farms 2009 Inc. On-farm market with variety of preserves, fruits, vegetables and farm raised meat (Open Victoria Day to Dec 24th). Open for tours and agriculture education programs starting in May. Fred's Fruit Market Over 40 years of selling fresh fruit and vegetables to the community. Gallery on the Farm Pasture-raised organic beef. Herrington's Quality Butchers Wide selection of fresh meats, meat pies, prepared and specialty foods. Curbside pick up available, order by phone or email. Hy-Hope Farm Baked goods, preserves, produce and meat. Link Greenhouses Fresh greenhouse grown produce. Selection of other locally grown foods sold here. Linton's Farm Market Fruit, veggies, meat and preserves. Contact the farm for available options. MacMillan Orchards Large variety of fresh food ranging from vegetables, fruits, baked goods, meats and many other tasty products. Maple Grove Orchards Pick your own apples or pre-order from the farm. Lots of apple varieties to choose from. Murray Hill Farm Farm fresh eggs, vegetables, weekly baking, sausage and limousin beef. Otter Greenhouses Herbs, vegetables and ready to go planters. Open daily. Peel Family Farm Eggs, chicken and beef available all year round. Pefferlaw Creek Farms Pure Canadian maple syrup. Buy online or call ahead to visit on the farm. Pingle's Farm Market Proudly offering fruit, vegetables, meats and fresh baked goods. Price's Country Market and Garden Centre Sweet corn, vegetables, herbs, plants, apples, pears, pumpkins, and Christmas trees. Richters Herbs Dried herbs, vegetable and herb seeds available. Sargent Family Dairy Premium quality farm reserve jersey milk, pasture butter, artisanal cheese and curds. Second Season Farm Newcastle Variety of produce available, call ahead for pickup. Slabtown Cider Destination craft cidery and local food market, pick up and local delivery options. Snowden Farms Homegrown beef and chicken raised on the farm. Stroud Farms Sweet corn, pumpkins, apples and a fresh selection of fruits and vegetables available in Whitby and Ajax. Thunder Ridge Bison High quality bison meat available. Raised on pasture in the Oak Ridges Moraine. Tyrone Mills Limited -1846 Store open Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Selling flour and a selection of locally source honey, cheese and maple syrup. Watson's Farm Market Fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, baked goods, preserves, frozen dinners and more. Curbside pickup options available. Satellite location in Oshawa. Willowtree Farms Produce, baked goods, meat and numerous other products. Curbside pickup and delivery are options. White Feather Farms A country store with farm raised eggs and chicken, bakery, café, frozen food, fashion, home décor and giftware. 3Beez.buzz Offering a selection of honey products and pure beeswax candles. Curbside pickup or delivery available. |
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Archibalds Estate Winery Wines, ciders and gift baskets. Shipping available. Bowmanville REKO Network Numerous local farms offering their farm grown products through the REKO Facebook group. Product pickup is arranged with the seller. Brooks Farm Offering wide variety of produce, preserves, baked goods, eggs and meat. Curbside pick-up and local delivery available. City of Greens Enjoy the fresh greens and produce grown on City of Greens Farm. Multiple pick up locations available. Coopers CSA Farm and Maze Wide selection of produce and meat. Farm store open select Saturdays. Dare 2 Dream Farm Maple syrup, maple butter, honey and honey vinegar available. Order online for delivery. Durham College Farmers' Market Visit Bistro 67 on Fridays between 2:30 and 5:30pm and Saturdays between noon and 3pm to experience their Farmers’ Market and patio service. Take out can be ordered online for curbside pickup. Produce is grown on campus. Fresh Bundles Durham Region A local hamper service inspired by recent events. A one-stop source for locally sourced food and essentials gathered from local farmers and artisan suppliers in the area. Pick up or contactless delivery from Pickering to Newcastle. Geissbergers Farmhouse Cider Variety of apple ciders. Local delivery and pick up options available at the store. Graham Creek Farm Beef and lamb. Whole, half and quarter options. Greenwood Farms on the Ridge Sauces, dried herbs, and spices. Contactless pick up available. Hinterland Growers Offering a selection of organically grown produce, preserves, maple syrup, honey, meats and baked goods. Online store, on-farm retail and contactless pick-up available. Kendal Hills Farm Virtual Farmers Market, wide range of produce, meat, baked goods, prepared meals and other assorted products. Delivery is available. Krumbs Breadery & Stuff Selection of delicious baked goods. Weekly home delivery options for Clarington and surrounding area. Link Greenhouses Fresh greenhouse grown produce. Selection of other locally grown foods sold here. Lunar Rhythm Gardens Organic Spring, Summer and Winter CSA programs. Vegetables, eggs, chicken, turkey, beef and pork available. Drop off point delivery options for mini-markets.
Ocala Winery Selection of local wine. Shipping available. Pefferlaw Creek Farms Pure Canadian maple syrup. Buy online or call ahead to visit on the farm. Richters Herbs Dried herbs, vegetable and herb seeds available. Sargent Family Dairy Premium quality farm reserve jersey milk, pasture butter, artisanal cheese and curds. Slabtown Cider Destination craft cidery and local food market, pick up and local delivery options. Snowden Farms Homegrown beef and chicken raised on the farm. Staites Honey Local unpasteurized honey. Pick up and home shipping available. Thunder Ridge Bison High quality bison meat available. Raised on pasture in the Oak Ridges Moraine. White Feather Farms A country store with farm raised eggs and chicken, bakery, café, frozen food, fashion, home décor and giftware. Email in advance for online orders. Willowtree Farms Produce, baked goods, meat and numerous other products. Curbside pickup and delivery are options. Yellowlees Family Farm Birdseed, lamb and pork. Zephyr Organics Organic produce. Local pick up available. 3Beez.buzz Offering a selection of honey products and pure beeswax candles. Curbside pickup or delivery available. |
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Falcon Brewing Co Microbrewery and Tap Room located in South Ajax. Pick up available. MacMillan Orchards Large variety of fresh food ranging from vegetables, fruits, baked goods, meats and many other tasty products. Stroud Farms Sweet corn, pumpkins, apples and a fresh selection of fruits and vegetables available in Whitby and Ajax. |
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Algoma Orchards Gourmet market and bakery, whole-sale apples, whole -sale apple juice and more. Allin's Orchard 26 varieties of apples and specialty flavoured candy apples available in addition to fresh fruit and vegetables. Archibald's Orchard and Estate Winery Winery with tours, events, wine and cider tasting and on-farm orchard. Bowmanville REKO Network Numerous local farms offering their farm grown products through the REKO Facebook group. Product pickup is arranged with the seller. Cartwright Farms Farm bred and raised grass fed beef with exceptional quality and taste. Clarington Farmers' Market See the wide variety of foods and products grown and made in Clarington and surrounds areas Chronicle Brewing Co Selection of craft beer with personality. Shipping available City of Greens Enjoy the fresh greens and produce grown on City of Greens Farm. Multiple pick up locations available. Clark Meats Beef, veal, pork, turkey and chicken. Freezer orders available. Country Market and Garden Centre Carry local produce, baked goods, preserves and cheese, along with flowers, plants and trees for the garden. Curbside pick up and delivery options. Dare 2 Dream Farm Maple syrup, maple butter, honey and honey vinegar available. Order online for delivery. Fred's Fruit Market Over 40 years of selling fresh fruit and vegetables to the community. Gallery on the Farm Pasture-raised organic beef. Geissbergers Farmhouse Cider Variety of apple ciders. Local delivery and pick up options available at the store. Graham Creek Farm Beef and lamb. Whole, half and quarter options. Kendal Hills Farm Virtual Farmers Market, wide range of produce, meat, baked goods, prepared meals and other assorted products. Delivery is available. Krumbs Breadery & Stuff Selection of delicious baked goods. Weekly home delivery options for Clarington and surrounding area. Link Greenhouses Fresh greenhouse grown produce. Selection of other locally grown foods sold here. Manantler Brewing Co Adventurous craft beer, lots of selection. Online store and delivery options Maple Grove Orchards Pick your own apples or pre-order from the farm. Lots of apple varieties to choose from. Peel Family Farm Eggs, chicken and beef available all year round. Pingle's Farm Market Proudly offering fruit, vegetables, meats and fresh baked goods. Price's Country Market and Garden Centre Sweet corn, vegetables, herbs, plants, apples, pears, pumpkins, and Christmas trees. Sargent Family Dairy Premium quality farm reserve jersey milk, pasture butter, artisanal cheese and curds. Second Season Farm Newcastle Variety of produce available, call ahead for pickup. Sir Monty's Brewery Locally brewed beer available. Pick up at their store location. Snowden Farms Homegrown beef and chicken raised on the farm. Tyrone Mills Limited -1846 Store open Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Selling flour and a selection of locally source honey, cheese and maple syrup. Watson's Farm Market Fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, baked goods, preserves, frozen dinners and more. Curbside pickup options available. Satellite location in Oshawa. 3Beez.buzz Offering a selection of honey products and pure beeswax candles. Curbside pickup or delivery available. |
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Buzzing Bees Adventure Farm Homemade maple syrup and honey available, pre-picked pumpkins for sale in the fall. Hunter Creek Farm Fresh, delicious vegetables grown with traditional practices The Stubborn Farmer Fresh weekly box deliveries of vegetables and/or meat. Wheelbarrow Farm Organic vegetable baskets available all year round with single basket subscriptions available. |
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Fresh Bundles Durham Region A local hamper service inspired by recent events. A one-stop source for locally sourced food and essentials gathered from local farmers and artisan suppliers in the area. Pick up or contactless delivery from Pickering to Newcastle. Linton's Farm Market Fruit, veggies, meat and preserves. Contact the farm for available options. North Oshawa Farmers' Market Offers a wide variety of local produce and products. Open every Saturday from August 15 to October 26 from 8am to 1pm in the southwest parking lot of the Delmark Homes Center. Oshawa Center Farmers' Market Visit the outdoor market on Fridays for a great selection of local fruits, vegetables, baked goods and flowers. Watson's Farm Market Fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, baked goods, preserves, frozen dinners and more. Curbside pickup options available. Satellite location in Oshawa. |
| Pickering Farmers' Market The Pickering Farmers’ Market is open every Tuesday until October 6th. Access your favourite local food and treats from their great selection of vendors.
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Applewood Farm Winery Award winning fruit wines, ciders, and meads. Fresh strawberries, mulberries, pumpkins, squash, and honey. Curbside pickup available. Forsythe Family Farms 2009 Inc. On-farm market with variety of preserves, fruits, vegetables and farm raised meat (Open Victoria Day to Dec 24th). Open for tours and agriculture education programs starting in May. Herrington's Quality Butchers Wide selection of fresh meats, meat pies, prepared and specialty foods. Curbside pick up available, order by phone or email. Hinterland Growers Offering a selection of organically grown produce, preserves, maple syrup, honey, meats and baked goods. Online store, on-farm retail and contactless pick-up available. Lunar Rhythm Gardens Organic Spring, Summer and Winter CSA programs. Vegetables, eggs, chicken, turkey, beef and pork available. Drop off point delivery options. Murray Hill Farm Farm fresh eggs, vegetables, weekly baking, sausage and limousin beef. Ocala Winery Selection of local wine. Shipping available. Old Flame Brewing Co. Broad selection of crisp lagers with character. Online shopping and delivery options. Otter Greenhouses Herbs, vegetables and ready to go planters. Open daily. Port Perry Lakefront Farmers' Market Discover a variety of local produce, artisan meats and baking at the Port Perry Lakefront Farmers’ Market Two Blokes Cider Award-winning semi-sweet and dry ciders. Shipping available. Willowtree Farms Produce, baked goods, meat and numerous other products. Curbside pickup and delivery are options. White Feather Farms A country store with farm raised eggs and chicken, bakery, café, frozen food, fashion, home décor and giftware. Yellowlees Family Farm Birdseed, lamb and pork. |
| Banjo Cider Small batch hand-crafted traditional dry apple cider. Pickup and delivery options available.
Brooks Farm Offering wide variety of produce, preserves, baked goods, eggs and meat. Take out breakfast and lunch, curbside pick-up. Coopers CSA Farm & Maze Wide selection of produce and meat. Farm store open select Saturdays. FN Happy Farm CSA and CSA Workshare programs running from June-October. Produce, eggs and freezer meat including turkey, chicken and beef available. Greenwood Farms on the Ridge Sauces, dried herbs, and spices. Contactless pick up available. Hy Hope Farm Baked goods, preserves, produce and meat. Pefferlaw Creek Farms Pure Canadian maple syrup. Buy online or call ahead to visit on the farm. Richters Herbs Dried herbs, vegetable and herb seeds available. Slabtown Cider Destination craft cidery and local food market, pick up and local delivery options. Staites Honey Local unpasteurized honey. Pick up and home shipping available. The Second Wedge Brewing Co Fresh crafted beer available, pick up and delivery options. Thunder Ridge Bison High quality bison meat available. Raised on pasture in the Oak Ridges Moraine. Uxbridge Farmers' Market Open on Sundays to the public. Pre-ordering options available from some vendors. Great selection of locally grown and crafted foods. Willo' Wind Farm Organic pork, lamb, chicken, eggs and a wide selection of produce. Delivery options available. Zephyr Organics Certified organic weekly or bi-weekly produce boxes delivered to your doorstep. |
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Brock Street Brewing Refreshing award winning craft beer. Free delivery Durham College Farmers' Market Visit Bistro 67 on Fridays between 2:30 and 5:30pm and Saturdays between noon and 3pm to experience their Farmers’ Market and patio service. Take out can be ordered online for curbside pickup. Produce is grown on campus. Little Beasts Brewing Selection of favourites, limited time and seasonal craft beer. Delivery and pickup options. Stroud Farms Sweet corn, pumpkins, apples and a fresh selection of fruits and vegetables available in Whitby and Ajax. Town Brewery Wide selection of craft beer including their favourite Pale Ale’s and IPA’s. Pickup and delivery options Whitby Farmers' Market The Whitby Farmers’ Market is serving its customers through their online farmers’ market and in person market. Enjoy your favourite foods, treats and flavours grown close to home. 5 Paddles Brewing Delicious craft beer with an emphasis on flavour. Online pickup and delivery |
Learn More About Local Food in Durham Region
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About Local Food in Durham |
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Durham has an abundance of high-quality food being grown in the region, with products ranging from beef and lamb, to honey and cider, to fresh fruit and vegetables. There are over 200 farms in the region reporting direct to consumer sales, showing there is a huge opportunity to get to know your farming neighbours and enjoy fresh food. Take advantage of the local food that is being grown by your local farmers. Learn more about our agri-business sector. |
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Durham Region Farming Associations |
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Durham Farm Fresh (DFF) is a local food marketing association representing and promoting Durham grown food on its journey from field to table and everywhere in between. DFF ‘s members include farmers, farmers’ markets, chefs, retailers and restaurants.
Durham Region Federation of Agriculture Durham Region Federation of Agriculture (DRFA) represents farmers in Durham Region and advocates on their behalf in response to agricultural issues. Resources to farmers can also be provided through the DRFA. Durham Farm Connections (DFC) is a volunteer run organization that educates the public about agriculture to protect its viability in the future. Elementary and high school agriculture education days are run annually, along with a Celebrate Ag Gala. |
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Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) - A Guide for Direct Sales to Consumers during COVID-19 and Beyond Durham Farm Fresh Press Release: Essential Food Items Available at Many Local Shops, Farms and Markets Durham Farm Fresh Webinar: E-commerce, bringing your business online Durham Farm Fresh Webinar: Health and Safety for farms open during COVID-19 |
- Information for businesses of Durham Region: visit InvestDurham.ca/CovidResponse.
- Health information for residents: visit durham.ca/NovelCoronavirus.
- Support information for residents: visit durham.ca/CommunityResources.
