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Flemington, New Jersey 8822
1137 Croton Rd, Flemington, NJ 08822
Milford, New Jersey 8848
91 Crab Apple Hill Rd, Milford, NJ 08848
East Earl, Pennsylvania 17519
1879 Main St, East Earl, PA 17519
New Holland, Pennsylvania 17557
383 Springville Rd, New Holland, PA 17557
Manalapan Township, New Jersey 7726
106 Iron Ore Rd, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726
Paradise, Pennsylvania 17562
5766-5768 White Oak Rd, Paradise, PA 17562
Monroe Township, New Jersey 8831
317 Deans Rhode Hall Rd, Monroe Township, NJ 08831
Monroe Township, New Jersey 8831
595 Spotswood Englishtown Rd, Monroe Township, NJ 08831
East Brunswick, New Jersey 8816
155 Fresh Ponds Rd, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Forked River, New Jersey 8731
1250 Lacey Rd, Forked River, NJ 08731
Mohnton, Pennsylvania 19540
390 Orchard Rd, Mohnton, PA 19540
Philadelphia's humid subtropical climate brings hot summers around 87°F and cold winters at 26°F. The Delaware Valley's rich river-bottom soil and rolling Chester County hills create ideal farming conditions. With 200 frost-free days and reliable rainfall, the growing season extends from late April through October.
William Penn's 'Holy Experiment' made Pennsylvania America's early agricultural leader, with Quaker farmers developing innovative techniques. The area fed the Continental Army and later became famous for mushroom farming. Today's farms, many operated by Amish and Mennonite families, maintain traditional methods while serving Philly's thriving food scene.
Asparagus and strawberries arrive in May when the Phillies season heats up. Sweet corn and tomatoes peak in July and August, perfect for authentic hoagies. Apple season starts in September with trips to Lancaster County orchards. The area is famous for unusual crops like pawpaws in early fall and chestnuts before Thanksgiving.
Farms spread across Chester County (45 minutes via US-202), Bucks County (40 minutes via I-95), and Lancaster County (90 minutes via US-30). Weekend traffic on I-76 and I-95 can be heavy. Many Amish farms are closed Sundays. SEPTA regional rail reaches some areas. Morning visits offer cooler weather and better produce selection. Many farms combine well with visits to historic sites.
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