Summary
There are a number of working farms on Long Island, NY where a variety of produce is grown. However, some consumers prefer to solely purchase fruits and vegetables that have been cultivated without the use of genetically modified organisms, chemical fertilizers, conventional pesticides, and other chemical ingredients. Therefore, if you’re looking for organic produce, you can find several certified organic farms on Long Island. Below is a list of places that grow a variety of locally sourced, fresh, and organically produced fruits and vegetables.
Jamesport: Golden Earthworm Organic Farm
Golden Earthworm Organic Farm is a NOFA-NY certified organic CSA farm encompassing 80 acres of active production. Produce cultivated here includes bok choy, broccoli rabe, brussels sprouts, carrots, cauliflower, fennel, garlic, green beans, kale, collards, celery root, and much more.
Golden Earthworm Organic Farm
652 Peconic Bay Boulevard
Jamesport, New York
(631) 722-3302
Jamesport: Biophilia Organic Farm
This 14-acre farm produces a wide range of crops including organic potatoes, tomatoes, sweet and hot peppers, beans, peas, onions, garlic, leeks, squash, kale, sweet potatoes, pumpkins, and more. Everything cultivated on the farm is NOFA-NY Certified Organic. They operate a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) where you can join for an annual fee to receive weekly shares of farm-fresh produce.
Additionally, they sell their produce at their own farm stand and at the Port Jefferson Village Farmers Market.
Biophilia Organic Farm
211 Manor Lane
Jamesport, New York
(516) 769-9732
Peconic: Sang Lee Farms, Inc.
Utilizing certified organic growing practices, the produce at this farm is sustainably raised. They adhere to the National Organic Production Standards and have received organic certification from NOFA-NY. Their offerings include Jersey Knight asparagus, two varieties of bok choy, four varieties of eggplant, Music Pink Hardneck garlic, fresh greens like mizuna, arugula, and kale, as well as various types of potatoes and over a dozen types of tomatoes, including Green Zebra and San Marzano.
Their farm stand also features their own brands of pesto and kimchee.
Sang Lee Farms, Inc.
25180 County Road 48
Peconic, NY
(631) 734-7001
Riverhead: Garden of Eve Farm
This farm showcases organic fruits, vegetables, and flowers. You can purchase their produce at the Organic Farm Market and Garden Center, located at 4558 Sound Avenue in Riverhead, New York. Throughout the year, they offer a variety of produce including fruits such as strawberries and melons, greens like Swiss chard, and various vegetables including baby corn, eggplants, bell peppers, zucchini, and more.
Garden of Eve Farm
4558 Sound Avenue
Riverhead, New York
(631) 722-8777