It’s not rocket science. Fresh, local produce is BETTER. It looks better, it smells better, and it tastes better than what most commercial stores can offer. Why? Produce found on supermarket shelves is typically harvested before peak ripeness in order to reduce mechanical damage during picking and shipping. Typical grocery produce travels hundreds of miles before you see it on the shelves of your local store. Burwinkel Farms is able to provide produce that is actually fresh! Our sweet corn is picked EVERY day. Tomatoes and other veggies are picked, on average, every 3 days. We are proud to say that our fruits and vegetables are all non-GMO, including our sweet corn varieties. We are not a certified organic farm; however we strive to follow a minimal use program.

Every summer season, Burwinkel Farms hires local teens and young adults to help on the farm. The camaraderie and work ethic gained by these kids is one that lasts a lifetime. Additionally, many of the Burwinkel Family children and grandchildren are highly involved. While modern farming has made several jobs easier than when the farm first started, many farming tasks prove to still be quite challenging. It takes skill and knowledge to have a successful crop when Mother Nature doesn’t always provide favorable growing conditions. A high quality product, along with word of mouth, is how Burwinkel Farms has remained such a notable name in the community. We couldn’t do any of it without our loyal and supportive supporters.

It takes almost the whole month of September to transition our farm in Ross from a produce market into an October Fall Extravaganza. With over 20+ varieties of locally grown apples, as well as all your fall decorating needs, Burwinkel Farms is the perfect place to take your family for a day of fun on the farm. We are proud to offer a variety of activities for all ages including two corn mazes, a Halloween scavenger hunt, a corn pool, sunflower walking paths, a pick-your-own pumpkin patch, and weekend hayrides, along with other farm activities. We welcome pre-scheduled group field trips for weekday or weekend visits and encourage you to give us a call to reserve your spot. Our farm also offers a variety of fall décor including corn stalks, gourds, Indian corn, mums, straw, and pumpkins of all shapes and sizes. Don’t forget that we have a wide variety of fall goodies including apple cider, 20+ varieties of homegrown apples, homemade baked goods, and other seasonal items. What a great way to spend a beautiful fall day!