Locally Grown Produce
Planted and tended with care year-round
Direct from the farm to you!
For over 60 years the Klein family has been farming sweet corn, tomatoes, peppers, melons, green beans, cucumbers, pumpkins, and much more. On-site greenhouses aid in the production of hundreds of thousands of plants sold in our markets located in Elgin.
Farming Practices
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We use “IPM” (Integrated Pest Management) practices on our farm to maintain soil health, monitor and control pests, and make irrigation decisions while striving to be productive and efficient in food production. Specific practices such as using pheromone traps to monitor insect populations, three-year rotation of crop mixes, and cover crops planted during cycles between cash crops are all essential in the production cycle.
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Cover crops and no-till are the most exciting parts of the farm. Our goal is always to have a living crop on our land, no matter the season. We continually strive to learn modern and innovative farming techniques to enhance essential soil organic matter for high-quality vegetable production while maintaining profitability.
It is essential to preserve the health of our most crucial resource for future generations: our soil.
Modern farming practices prove that using natural production systems results in higher nutrition in produce. Planting cover crop mixes and using no-till methods and rotational grazing improves soil health and organic matter.
We constantly learn by watching other growers and experimenting on our land. We want to grow for you the healthiest local produce possible!
Greenhouses
With eleven on-site greenhouses, growers can maximize the growth and care of hundreds of flower and vegetable plants to ensure high-quality growth and appearance. Every single plant receives special care and attention for weeks in anticipation of the retail season.
Many of our vegetable crops, such as tomatoes, peppers and broccoli are seeded in the farm greenhouses then transplanted in the field. Some crops seeded directly into the field include sweet corn, green beans, beets, carrots, cucumbers, potatoes, and pumpkins.
