Fresh Local Produce at the Apple Barrel Farm Market

July 28, 2026

There's nothing quite like summer in Connecticut, especially when local farms are harvesting some of the freshest produce of the season. At the Apple Barrel Farm Market, we're proud to stock a variety of locally grown fruits and vegetables, making it easy to bring the best flavors of Connecticut to your table.

Here's what's fresh right now:

Sweet Connecticut Corn

Few things say summer like sweet, locally grown corn. Grill it, boil it, or roast it in the oven with butter and your favorite seasonings for a classic seasonal side dish.

Green & Yellow Summer Squash

Summer squash is one of the season's most versatile vegetables. Grill it alongside your favorite meats, roast it with herbs, or sauté it with onions for an easy weeknight side.

Green Beans

Freshly harvested from Connecticut farms, green beans are a seasonal favorite that bring a crisp, fresh taste to your summer table.

Eco-Certified Peaches

Grown right here at Lyman Orchards, our Eco-Certified peaches are juicy, sweet, and bursting with summer flavor—perfect for eating fresh, baking into a pie, or enjoying straight from the orchard.

Eco-Certified Apples

Grown right here at Lyman Orchards, our Eco-Certified apples are crisp, fresh, and picked at the peak of the season—perfect for snacking, baking, or adding a little crunch to your favorite recipes.

Eco-Certified Pears

From sweet and juicy Bartletts to crisp and refreshing Shinseiki Asian pears, our pear selection offers something for every taste. Choose from red or green Bartlett pears, or try a Shinseiki for a deliciously crisp bite.

Shop Local, Eat Fresh

Choosing locally grown produce means you're enjoying fruits and vegetables at their freshest while supporting Connecticut farmers and agriculture. Seasonal produce often tastes better because it's harvested closer to peak ripeness and travels fewer miles before reaching your kitchen.

Stop by the Apple Barrel Farm Market to see what's fresh this week. Our selection changes throughout the season as new crops become available, so every visit offers something new to discover.

Fresh flavors, local farms, and the best of Connecticut—it's all waiting for you at the Apple Barrel Farm Market.

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