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Food is essential to life. That’s why grocery stores can operate during the COVID-19 quarantine. But did you know that Phoenix area farms and farmers markets can continue to operate under the state’s ‘essential business’ designation? It’s true! Stores that sell groceries, including certified farmers markets, farms, and produce stands may still feed our community. So, don your facemask and latex gloves, and get ready to boost your immunity with local, farm-raised goodness!
Phoenix Area Farms
Blue Sky Organic Farms
4762 N 189th Ave, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, Noon – 5 p.m.
Notes: One time, weekly, and bi-weekly community-supported agriculture (CSA) pick-ups are available at the Farm Store and various farmers markets.
Family-owned and -operated since 1994, Blue Sky Organic Farms is 100-percent certified organic. Located in Litchfield Park, Blue Sky is a little piece of heaven in the West Valley. Select from nest run eggs, goat, cow, and vegan cheeses and milk, a variety of breads, pastas, sauces, chicken, beef, bacon, seasonal vegetables and fruits, nuts, teas, and assorted pastries. You can purchase from the Farm Store or at one of these local farmers markets:
- Gilbert Farmers Market
- Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market
- Phoenix Public Market
- Roadrunner Farmers Market
- Uptown Farmers Market
Crooked Sky Farms
2615 S. 27th Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85009
Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Notes: Available by CSA and various farmers markets.
Crooked Sky Farms has been lovingly cared for by owner Frank Martin since 1994. Using Native American traditions, Martin harvests heirloom seeds, naturally cares for the soil, and practices crop rotation to bring us year-round certified naturally grown, organic, non-GMO produce. Crooked Sky is known for its purple majesty potatoes, lemon cucumbers, specialty melons, prized heirloom tomatoes, I’itois onions, chiles, peppers, greens, Native Cushaw Squash, and free-range eggs. Can’t make it to the farm? No problem, as Crooked Sky goodies are available at the following Farmers Markets:
- Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market
- Gilbert Farmers Market
- Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market
- Roadrunner Farmers Market
Double Check Ranch
4965 N. Camino Rio, Winkelman, AZ
Notes: Available by CSA and various farmers markets.
About 60 miles north of Tucson, the Schwennesen family has been managing the Double Check Ranch since 1995. Best known for its wholesome grass-fed beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and eggs, the Double Check now brings their wholesome pasture-raised meats directly to you. Free of artificial hormones and antibiotics, you can get your Double Check goodies through CSA or at one of these local area farmers markets:
- Gilbert Farmers Market
- Phoenix Public Farmers Market
- Phoenix Uptown Farmers Market
Maya’s Farm
6650 S 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ
Notes: Available by CSA and at the Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market.
Maya’s Farm is a seven-acre, certified organic farm that hugs the South Mountain Park in Phoenix. The growing fields are established on an ancient river bed, giving their produce arguably some of the best growth potential. Fully sustainable, Maya’s Farm is small but mighty as it produces high-quality specialty vegetables, herbs, flowers, and eggs for our grateful and eager consumption.
Rhibafarms
40792 N Rattlesnake Rd, San Tan Valley, AZ
Notes: Available through Rhibafarms CSA Farmbox and at the Gilbert Farmers Market.
Local and amazing best describes Rhibafarms. Operating urban farms in Chandler and Gilbert, along with commercial aquaponics and a greenhouse, this mighty farm grows wheatgrass, lettuce, vegetables, fruits, and specialty food items. All produce that comes from Rhibafarms is free of herbicides and pesticides and is grown with organic regenerative practices. You can even fund, through adoption, a cage-free, free-range chicken and in return get healthy, nutrient-dense eggs.
Phoenix Area Farmers Markets That Are Open During Quarantine
Gilbert Farmers Market
222 N Ash St Gilbert, AZ
Hours: Saturdays 8 a.m. to Noon
Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market
721 N Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Hours: Saturdays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market
3806 N Brown Ave, Scottsdale, AZ
Hours: Saturdays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Roadrunner’s Farmers Market
3502 E. Cactus Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85032
Hours: Saturdays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Uptown Farmers Market
Temporary location: Bethany Bible
6060 North 7th Avenue, Phoenix AZ
Hours: Wednesdays 9 a.m. to Noon and Saturdays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Verrado Farmers Market
N. Market Pl. and W. Main Street, Buckeye, AZ
Sundays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Always make sure to follow the social distancing and safety guidelines posted by the farms and markets. Also, check the various websites we’ve listed as further restrictions and different hours may be in place depending on quarantine requirements. Lastly, remember to thank the farmers and vendors, as they truly deserve our gratitude during this challenging time.
