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Amboy Farmer’s MarketLocated at the corner of Main Street and East Avenue in the Amboy Depot Museum parking lot, the Amboy Farmers Market brings the community together with fresh, locally-sourced products. Visit us to find locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, handcrafted items, farm-fresh eggs, and quality poultry—all raised, grown, or produced by local vendors. The market provides a vibrant gathering place for residents and visitors to support local agriculture and artisans while enjoying the charm of historic downtown Amboy.
Barnhart’s Stone Corner Farm MarketUSDA-certified organic farm: veggies, herbs, sorghum, molasses, honey, candles, beef, popcorn, and soap. Features unique stone collection laid by pioneers/Civil War vets.
BerryView OrchardU-pick orchard for aronia berries, apples, pears, peaches, vegetables. Peaceful, natural setting. Owners Jeff & Julie offer U-pick on weekends Aug–Oct, Sat–Sun 8am–4pm. FB for updates.
Bybee Christmas Tree FarmSeasonal choose-and-cut Christmas tree farm offering Fraser fir and white pine, wreaths, saws, tree bagging and baling, plus free hot coffee and cocoa. Open on limited dates after Thanksgiving; confirm the current season schedule before visiting.
Center Hill Orchard & ApiarySeasonal orchard and apiary in Center Hill near Mount Carroll, producing fresh-picked cherries, peaches, pears, apples, berries and natural honey. Fruit is picked to order at peak ripeness, and availability varies by season. Contact the orchard before visiting.
Dietrich RanchFamily farm (since 1947) using outdoor, pasture-based, rotational, grass-fed livestock production. No hormones or antibiotics; sustainable and transparent. Visitors welcome by appointment.
Hollow Crest FarmHollow Crest Farm is an active horse-training, boarding, lesson, and sales facility near Milledgeville. The farm specializes in Arabian and Half-Arabian horses while welcoming riders, owners, breeds, and disciplines of all kinds. Contact the farm directly to arrange lessons, training, boarding, or a visit.
Hough's Maple Lane FarmFamily-owned farm in Mt. Morris, IL, offering authentic maple sugaring experiences. Produces pure maple syrup and maple products with sustainable, traditional methods. Guided tours available during sugaring season.
Howlett Hill FarmHowlett Hill Farm's self-serve stand in Oregon offers heirloom tomatoes, farm-fresh eggs, seasonal vegetables, herbs, fruit, pumpkins, and succulents grown with natural methods. The 2026 Northwest Illinois local-food directory lists the stand as open 24 hours; selection changes with the season, so call ahead if you need a specific item.
Jen’s Sunshine FarmHome-based farmer’s market, open seasonally by appointment. Fresh veggies, baked goods, fabric baskets, handcrafted items. Call ahead.
Livengood’s Pumpkin PatchOpen during the fall season offering pumpkins, gourds and fall mums. Follow us on FB for hours and days we’re open.
Muller’s Lane FarmMuller’s Lane Farm is a 10.8-acre family homestead near Rock Falls dedicated to traditional farming, heritage animals, and hands-on home arts. By-appointment tours introduce visitors to an early-1900s working-farm experience, with Belgian draft horses, heritage poultry, gardens, orchards, hives, seasonal produce, eggs, honey, handmade milk soaps, salves, fiber arts, and forged items. The farm also offers customizable homesteading lessons for families, homeschool groups, and other visitors.
Orion OrganicsFamily-owned apiary and garlic farm in NW Illinois surrounded by prairie and woodlands. Strict organic methods, raw honey from native prairie wildflowers near Nachusa Grasslands Bison Preserve.
Pfeiffer Farms Fresh MarketSelling our farm raised beef, chicken, pork, eggs and locally grown seasonal fruits and vegetables, baked goods and more! Our philosophy is simple, do one thing and do it right. We are farmers. We grow corn and soybeans and raise cattle. We live a simple life and love what we do. We are stewards of the land and caretakers of our animals. We cherish our life as we know we are adding to the sustainability of our family, friends and community.
Poci MarketLocally owned 40+ years. Open May–Oct, 10am–7pm. Spring plants, summer produce, fall gourds/pumpkins/decor.
River’s Edge Farmers MarketThe River’s Edge Farmers Market in Oregon runs every Thursday evening, June–September, from 5-7:30 p.m. Located along the beautiful Rock River behind Oregon’s Fire Department, the market offers fresh, locally grown produce, quality hand-made items, live music, fun activities for kids, and special events! Follow the website and Facebook for a list of live performances and weekly updates.
Rolling Hills Progress Center OrchardsOver 400 apple trees. All proceeds support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. Vocational opportunities in orchard management. Open seasonally, Mon–Fri 8–4.
Selmi’s Greenhouse and Farm MarketGreenhouse open April–May with 25+ geranium varieties, vegetables, and flowers. Famous for sweet corn, tomatoes, and hand-picked summer produce. Michigan peaches and apples in late summer. October brings a fall festival: pumpkins, horse-drawn rides, corn maze, haunted house, petting farm, and more. Family tradition for 60+ years. Open daily Sept 28–Oct 31.
Spring Valley FarmSecond-generation family farm raising livestock and producing eggs, milk, honey, grains, herbs, soap, and seasonal produce, with scheduled classes, internships, and group farm tours.
Strom Christmas Tree FarmSeasonal family Christmas-tree farm offering choose-and-cut and pre-cut fir, pine, and spruce varieties, with saws and cutting assistance available; current limited dates are posted for each holiday season.
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Twin City Farmers MarketIndoor market open year-round, outdoor May–October. Saturdays 8am–noon. 20+ year-round vendors and more seasonal. Local meats, produce, herbs, honey, baked goods, crafts, and more. SNAP EBT accepted; Link Match. Outdoor market allows leashed pets, indoor service animals only.
West Point Tree FarmOpen Sat & Sun after Thanksgiving, noon–4pm or by appointment. Choose & cut Scotch Pine, White Pine, Fraser Fir, Blue Spruce. Directions: North of Mt. Carroll, see listing for details.
