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Eat Local: Farm-Fresh Finds in Henderson, Owensboro, & Madisonville

All the details on Our Areas PYO Farms, CSAs, Farmers Markets and more!

By Macaroni KID May 9, 2024

With spring turning into summer in Owensboro, Henderson and Madisonville area, It's time to embrace the freshness of the season by eating local. From pick-your-own farms where you can create unforgettable memories (and great photos!) with your little ones, to CSAs offering a bounty of seasonal delights and local farmers markets ... there are plenty of ways to eat fresh in our area! 

By choosing locally grown produce, you're not only treating your taste buds, but also supporting sustainable agriculture and the hardworking farmers in the area.

Discover where you can find locally grown fruits, vegetables, and more in our area to bring home to your family:


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Pick-Your-Own (PYO) Farms in Owensboro, Henderson and Madisonville

It's a hands-on adventure at these PYO farms in and around our area, where you can enjoy the experience of picking your own fruits and vegetables straight from the fields. Here are some top picks of what's open now:

Goodwin Brothers

Greenville Road & Providence Pike North Smithfield, White Plains, KY, 42464, (401) 767-2261

What to expect: Apples, Nectarines, Peaches and Pears


Lost Valley Farm

3867 State Route 175 North, Bremen, KY, 42325, 270) 525-9720


What to expect: Corn, Pumpkins, and Strawberries


Know of any other PYO farms in our area that we should add to our list? Let us know at danik@macaronikid.com



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Local CSAs in Owensboro, Henderson & Madisonville

Support local farmers and enjoy a regular supply of fresh, seasonal produce by joining a CSA in {Town}. CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture. Here are some options to consider:

Aberdeen Farms

Contact
(270) 315-1648

Location

8061 Cecil Road
Owensboro, KY 42301

Details: Tomato, Peppers, Kale, Okra, Greens

Cates Farm & Produce

Contact
(270) 823-6150

Location

8132 Pruitt Agnew Rd
Henderson, KY 42420

Details: Onions, squash, zucchini, cucumbers, eggplant, sweet corn, green beans, peas, broccoli, cauliflower, okra, tomatoes, peppers, melons and potatoes.

Haag's Hens

Contact
(270) 339-0616

Location

3154 Eastlawn Rd
Madisonville, KY 42431

Details: 100 Hens, ALL happy & cage free, of several different varieties. They are licensed by the Ky Department of Agriculture to sell our free-range chicken eggs, both privately and commercially, &  would love to supply our delicious, wholesome, healthy, antibiotic-free, pesticide-free eggs FRESH From Their Farm To YOUR Family's Table! 

Do you have a favorite CSA that you'd like to recommend? Share the details with us at danik@macaronikid.com



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Farmers Markets in Our Area

Our Area's farmers markets are a great place to spend a morning browsing fresh produce, locally-produced artisanal goods, and much more. Here's where to find farmer's markets in our area:

Henderson Farmers Market

381 Sam Ball Way, Henderson, KY, United States, Kentucky

Details: Tuesday, Friday & Saturday's 8 am-Noon

Know of any other farmers markets in our area that we should highlight? Let us know at danik@macaronikid.com