There's something special about summertime in Connecticut. Fields are bursting with color, orchards are filling with ripening fruit, and farm stands are overflowing with fresh-picked produce. At Lyman Orchards, we believe there's no better way to enjoy the season than by choosing locally grown fruits and vegetables.

When you shop local, you're not only bringing home produce that's fresher and more flavorful, you're also supporting Connecticut farmers, strengthening your local economy, and helping preserve farmland for future generations.

Fresh from Connecticut Farms

At Lyman Orchards, we're proud to grow many of our own fruits right here in Middlefield, along with offering fresh pick your own experiences. Throughout the growing season, we also partner with fellow Connecticut farms that share our commitment to quality and freshness. Many of our local vegetables come from trusted Connecticut growers, including Anderson Farm, Fair Weather Growers, and Dzen Farm. By working together with neighboring farms, we're able to offer our customers an incredible variety of fresh, locally grown produce while supporting agriculture across the state.

Why Local Produce Tastes Better

One of the biggest advantages of buying local is freshness.

Unlike produce that travels hundreds or even thousands of miles before reaching grocery store shelves, locally grown fruits and vegetables are often harvested just days, or even hours, before they're available for purchase. That means they can be picked at peak ripeness, resulting in better flavor, texture, and nutritional value.

Whether it's biting into a juicy peach, enjoying sweet-picked corn, or adding crisp lettuce to a salad, you can truly taste the difference.

Supporting Connecticut Agriculture

Every purchase of locally grown produce helps Connecticut farms continue doing what they do best.

Choosing local helps:

• Support family-owned farms and local businesses
• Preserve Connecticut farmland and open space
• Reduce transportation distances and environmental impact
• Keep food dollars circulating within the local community
• Strengthen the state's agricultural economy

When you shop local, you're investing in the farmers who work hard every day to provide fresh food for our communities.

Enjoy What's In Season

One of the best parts of shopping locally is discovering what's fresh each week. Seasonal produce isn't just at its peak flavor, it often offers the best value, too.

Visit Us for the Freshest Flavors of Summer

Whether you're stopping by for homegrown fruit, locally grown vegetables, fresh bakery treats, or simply looking to enjoy the best flavors Connecticut has to offer, our Apple Barrel Farm Market is stocked with the season's freshest harvest.

Every visit is an opportunity to support local farmers, enjoy produce at its peak, and bring home ingredients your family will love. We invite you to stop in often throughout the season, our selection changes weekly as new crops are harvested, ensuring there's always something fresh waiting for you!