GREENSBORO, A shuttered farmstand has been revived as Wilson Farm Market, offering organic herbs, vegetables, meats, and cheeses from local producers.
Brenden and Lindsay Beer purchased the former Hazendale Farm through the Vermont Land Trust's Farmland Access Program, conserving the land for agricultural use. The new market occupies the same Hardwick Street location where Hazendale's popular stand operated before closing a few years ago.
The Beers began leasing the farm in 2018 from David Allen and Diana Griffiths, who had farmed the property for nearly 35 years. The couple transitioned to ownership with help from the land trust.
The store opened earlier this month with online ordering and curbside pickup. This week, the Beers are allowing three customers inside at a time, with masks required. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 2747 Hardwick Street.
“When we started planning opening up a farm market a year ago, this is not how we originally envisioned it going,” said Lindsay Beer. “But we feel that now more than ever, it is important to be buying food locally and supporting our farmers and producers in the area.”
Lindsay grew up in Craftsbury; her ancestors, the Wilsons, settled there more than eight generations ago. The farm is named Wilson Herb Farm in their honor.
“We want to provide access to fresh, organic, and sustainably grown food,” said Brenden Beer. “Our priority is to source from regional farms and producers to create a hub of commerce for local businesses.”
Originally reported by Newport Dispatch.
Photo: Kindel Media via Pexels. Photo is illustrative and not from the scene.
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