Texas Organic Farmers & Gardeners Association (TOFGA) (65)

Agarita Creek Farms is at the heart of Texas Hills Country, in Fredericksburg. They are famous as a breeder of two heritage breeds of sheep— Jacob and Navajo Churro. They also "specialize in unusual varieties of produce", including many "rare heirloom varieties". Other products they offer are herbs, flowers, and vegetables such as beets, cabbage, Chinese greens, and collard. But, this farm is not just your typical farm. It also "offers luxurious farm-stay accommodations" on a bluff overlooking the farm and the City of Fredericksburg. So, if you are looking for a "farm-stay vacation" in the Texas Hill Country, contact Thomas Carnes at (830) 896-9140. You may also visit the Agarita Creek Farms Facebook page and website for more information.

The farm opened in 2013. The Alford Family farm offers a diverse number of sustainable and organic crops. They have blueberries and blackberries (close to 4000 trees). Additionally, they grow muscadine grapes, peaches (150 trees), and pecans (370 trees). Moreover, they have a variety of vegetables (cucumbers, onions, peppers, tomatoes, squash, zucchinis, and more).Although they seem pretty new in the farming business, they have already received multiple awards with their outstanding effort.What people love about this farm is their U-Pick project. They allow everyone to experience farm life by picking and interacting with animals. Some of the animals you can spend time with are oreo-cookie cows, red waddle pigs, and Cornish corn chickens.A patron even described it as ‘A beautiful slice of heaven on earth!’If you are up for a countryside farming experience, be sure to mark May to July on your calendar and visit them!

The Animal Farm in Cat Spring, Texas, is a Permaculture Center and a Certified Organic Produce Farm. They usually supply in Farmers Markets and specialty restaurants with their most excellent and most nutritious vegetables, fruits, and herbs, such as arugula, broccoli, cilantro, chard, collard, greens, florets, spinach, spring onion and many more! Also, they have a farm tour for the public at least twice a year during spring and fall. Furthermore, they organize retreats for holistic practices such as yoga and open up their facilities to others. One happy customer says: "The animal farm can transform a property into an artistic haven. The products are of high quality and also have a fantastic flavor and variety. We highly recommend the farm." Visit Animal Farm and try their delicious organic products! Visit their website for more details.

Appleby Community Farm is a nine-acre farm that produces organic vegetables in the Nacogdoches/Lufkin area. Initially, they wanted to run a bed and breakfast when they purchased their land last 2007. However, they had an unexpected detour and directed their attention to farming. When Appleby Community farm started, they wanted to promote organic vegetables and products. They want to leave the environment better than when they found it. Their crops include beans, broccoli, cucumbers, herbs/spices, melons, onions, peas, to name a few. One of their happy customers said, "Cindy and Bryan at Appleby Community Farm are some of the kindest, hardworking folks you'll ever meet. Beautiful farm, excellent produce and chicken, and la-la-loved Cindy's kombucha class!"They haven't updated their CSA page since 2018, contact them directly for more information.

Aunti Sue's Barn was Founded in 1999, Sue Newhouse and her husband Brian Odwyer has been running the 10-acre farm for over two decades.In just a twenty-minute ride from Denton, Texas, you can reach the farm. Just be sure to make a left turn at a yellow mailbox.Inside the farm are two greenhouses, a beehive, a tree orchard, and a red barn. Furthermore, they grow asparagus, blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, peaches, nectarines, and flowers. Additionally, all of their products are available at Coppell Farmers Market, Denton Community Market, and Robson Ranch Market.Aside from the fresh produce, people keep on coming back for their homemade cobblers, artisan bread, high-quality fruit preserves, and flavored apple cider vinegar.They even extend their effort on sustainable farming by letting guests experience the farm life through U-pick events, workshops, and volunteering events.

Land to Market verified and a member of the Livestock Conservancy, the Bandera Grassland has been producting highly-nutritious meat since 2003. Their meat contains higher in protein, beta-carotene, vitamin-e, omega 3, and conjugated linoleic acid.They are able to promote superior taste and consistent tenderness through dry-aging, grass-feeding, and grass finishing. Each breeding step they do aligns with the American Grassfed Associations standards.Breeding one of the best American heritage beef, Bandera Grassland produces the best CertifiedTexas Longhorn beef.They also offer pasture-raised pork, lamb, and chicken egg. What's best is that all the pork meat they periodically sell are from feral hogs. These hogs offer much leaner meat that their bellies cannot pass for making bacon. On the other hand, their lambs are never fed any grain to promote highest omega-3 content. Check their sites for the number of chicken breeds they have.Bandera Grassland delivers fresh grass-fed meats straight from their farm! Read more as they were included in Kim’s list of 9 Farms Providing Fresh Grass-Fed Meat Delivery in Texas! 

The Barking Cat Farm "locally grows flowers, vegetables, and herbs". Their main farm is Hunt Country while they also have a small acreage at Rockwall Hunt at the North East of Dallas, Texas. Founded in 2004, the Barking Cat Farm "uses organic methods in growing their flowers, herbs, and vegetables" that don't ship well or not shipped at all. Hence, they focus on "selling directly to nearby florists, restaurants, caterers", etc. They also support local farmers and at the same time, "helps put healthy food to the people's stomach". Their product list varies seasonally and offers something new. This place is highly recommended, "for those who like variety and love to cook!"

Belton Veggie Guys is a small farm in Belton that grows over 100 varieties of peppers, other vegetables, plants, and eggs through sustainable and organic methods. Moreover, they do not use chemical pesticides or fertilizers. You can find them at local farmers' markets. Satisfied customers said, "The best eggs in central Texas!" "They are the absolute best in the area! The egg yolks are so rich and delicious!" "So many different peppers. The colors were beautiful." and "My go-to guys for different types of peppers and other unusual veggies." Also, you can contact Jeff Oaks if you want to inquire.

Blackhand Farm and Cattle offers pasture-raised chicken and eggs. They also provide grass-fed and grass-finished beef.With clean food and a farmer who can tell you how your food raised, you will never look somewhere else for your food. You can book a farm tour with Blackland Farm and Cattle, and they'll personally tell you their story.Occasionally, they also sell raw honey and turkey, which is excellent, especially if you struggle in finding real raw, unfiltered honey. According to the owners, their bees are close to by cedar, mesquite, and different kinds of wildflowers, allowing it to get all the nutrients to boost their honey naturally.Most importantly, they make it so easy to get their product. The farmers can personally deliver to selected zip codes if you cannot go to their farm to pick-up your order.

This is a u-pick blueberry farm located in Mineola, Texas. It has a "pleasant country atmosphere" with "blueberries" that has "the size of grapes!" Their picking season is from June to July. They also have other activities plus their barn is available for lease for any occasion. The owners are also re-opening their Pumpkin Patch in the fall of 2020. Since they are also a Bed & Breakfast (B&B), guests can enjoy many unique activities or can just enjoy the panoramic view while rocking on the front porch. They can be contacted directly. You can order and also ask directions to their place.

Boggy Creek Farm offers a slice of history of Austin and the property gives a unique glimpse of life in mid-19^th century Austin, TX. Carol Ann Sayle and her late husband Larry Butler owns and operates the historic working urban firm. Once a foreclosed property prior to their purchase of the area in 1992, they meticulously restored Boggy Creek through the years since then. As a working farm, they sell their own harvest onsite. Their produce is supplemented with goods of other local farmers. Visit their website for what’s available in season and for the full list of products they offer. The farm also runs a vacation rental onsite and conducts paid and free tours for guests. They accept checks, cards, and cash and have a “no-dogs, no-smoking” policy for everyone’s safety.

CD&J Mini Ranch is in the Rio Grande Valley which is in deep South Texas. It is close to the Southern border and South Padre Island. They have Kunekune pigs, Nigerian dwarf goats, miniature cattle, miniature donkeys, mini rex rabbits, and turkeys. The farm started in 1998 when the farmers moved to San Benito. They just retired from a 24-year service in the military. With a 34-acre land, the couple created a homestead. On this farm, they also provide educational experiences for everyone who wants to enjoy a day at the ranch. Besides their offerings of meats, CD&J Mini Ranch have farm fresh, free range eggs, small batch sugar free and regular jellies & jams, freeze dried vegetables, fruit & smoothie mixes, premixed mixes, and goat milk & lard oatmeal soaps. They are founding partners of 5 Food Farms, which is a collaboration between farms and ranches in the area.

In Weatherford, Texas, you can find Cold Springs Farm Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) that opened in 2000. They specialize in quality heirloom, rare and commercially extinct fruits and vegetables. Also, they have free-range chickens, turkeys, red wattle, Mangalitsa, American Guinea Hogs, and bees. Moreover, they practice only sustainable forms of agriculture. On top of that, they are a part of the National Resources Conservation Service's Organic Program in 2009. Additionally, they provide local families access to through sales at Cowtown Farmers Market and through the farm's CSA shares.What's unique about them is they offer seasonal produce subscriptions as part of their CSA program. It has four 8-week sessions where subscribers receive various organically grown fruits, vegetables, and fresh herbs each week during each session. Furthermore, there are products available for purchase, such as fresh farm eggs, grass-fed beef, lamb, pork, natural honey, heirloom garden seeds, and gift baskets. Currently, they also provide basket delivery to homes and offices via 2BuckCluck, a rental program for hens; vertical garden design and installation; and the Veggie Van, North Texas' first mobile farmer's market. Each week, the Veggie Van makes four public stop at Redentas Garden Center in Arlington, Stir Crazy Baked Goods, the T&P Lofts, and Pegaso Mexican Diner, all in Tarrant County.Satisfied customers said, "Excellent farm and produce" and "I was a member of Cold Spring Farm's CSA last season. I plan to do it again this year. All the produce was beautiful, fresh, and so unusual! I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and can't wait for the spring session to begin." Please note that they do not allow visitors.

Jeremiah Cunningham, the owner of Coyote Creek Farm, founded the business in 1997.In 2007, they opened the first organic feed mill in Texas. It has helped farmers provide organic food to their animals while lowering the carbon footprint of farming. Their feed only uses certified organic ingredients approved by the USDA. Also, all grains they use are grown organically without herbicides, pesticides, and other chemicals.They offer feeds for turkeys, chickens, broilers, pigs, cattle, goat, sheep, and rabbits.Aside from feeds, the farm also offers grass-fed beef and pastured eggs.Want to try their products now? You can find them in retail stores and on Amazon.

Dautobi Acres specialize in pasture-raised lambs, whole or half, processed to your specifications. They do not give any hormones or antibiotics on the lambs. No pesticides or herbicides are sprayed on the pastures. They believe in the importance of “leaving the land better than you found it”. You can find the place in Northeast Texas, about an hour Northeast of the Dallas area, between Celeste and Leonard.  You can contact them through their website.

Dovetail Farms & Vineyar farm is a Certified Animal Welfare Approved cattle operation. They have a small herd of full-blood Braunvieh and Angus crossed cattle, pasture-raised and finished to your specifications. They also have premium winegrape offerings for the dedicated home winemaker but the "best way to secure any" of their "wines is by joining the mailing list". Also, the best time to call them for reserving your grapes is in mid-May. You can also check out the woodworks that they offer on their website. You can call them or send an email regarding the harvest schedules of their grapes. All beef and grapes are sold by pre-arrangement.

Edendell Farm is a CSA (community-supported agriculture) with a bigger goal. They also offer a program called 'Farm Share.' Farmshare means sharing their farm with them.Through Farm Share, they are able to teach people who like to learn how to farm. These include people who couldn't have otherwise afforded a land. It is a 2-year program where they help people learn the different aspects involved in farming.In addition, they offer Harvest Share for people to pay in advance in order to get a share of their produce during the harvest season.If you like a share of their products or their farmland, be sure to check their website!