We grow and sell high quality, nutritious food and are focused on improving the health of our community and our environment
Avoid the disappointment of lettuce that is slimy and dull, limp carrots, or other soggy produce.
Order real food, with vibrant colors and flavors, without the rush and bustle of a market.
With our online store you can order from home, and pick up at the farm Thursday through Sunday. We also have select zip codes where we deliver on Thursday mornings.
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Our Mission
The DeFeo Family Farm is focused on improving the health of our community by serving as a trusted steward of the land, providing access to local food products, and offering education on ways to creatively embrace a wide variety of nutritious foods as part of a balanced lifestyle.
To accomplish this mission, we are cultivating a biodiverse farm that supports our local food supply, inspires curiosity in nature, and uses farming practices that minimize negative environmental impacts.
We also collaborate with community partners in order to share our harvest and support individuals as they adopt healthy lifestyle changes.
Our Farm
Our small farm is located in Middletown, Maryland-- conveniently located less than a mile from I-70. What was once a “garden” is rapidly expanding, and includes a high-tunnel for overwintering greens. We also keep a small flock of heritage chickens.
Ultimately our hope is to build ecological havens on the farm to support biodiversity and to showcase the natural beauty of the local ecosystem for our visitors.
While we are not currently organically certified, we grow our food following the same high standards that apply to organically certified growers.
We do not use synthetic fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides on our production fields. Moreover, we are fostering a balanced ecosystem to support the growth of robust and nutritious plants.
Our Food
We grow and offer a diverse selection of seasonal produce that we deliver to our partners and to our customers. Order online or become a CSA member and a routine subscriber.
Our Projects
In 2023 we partnered with our local health care system, Frederick Health, for a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) pilot project in support of the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP). To support DPP participants in making healthy lifestyle changes, Frederick Health purchased weekly produce boxes that were be provided at no cost to a pilot group of participants throughout the growing season. During the project, we delivered over 300 packages of fresh produce, along with recipes and healthy eating resources, to DPP participants and confirmed that ready access to fresh produce and education on healthy recipes was impactful for participants in working toward their healthy lifestyle goals.
We are excited to be continuing this partnership with Frederick Health in 2024!
community collaborations
In 2023, Pastor Fossett at Hopehill United Methodist Church reached out to the Coalition for a Healthier Frederick County for assistance with making his vision for a health fair for his congregation a reality! With support from Frederick Health, DeFeo Family Farm took part in the Hopehill UMC Health Fair by providing 200 lbs of fresh produce for attendees, along with healthy recipes.