As spring gives way to summer, it is time to head outdoors and enjoy the Carolina weather. Strawberries continue to dominate the farm stands, but other fruits and vegetables are now coming into season. The great news is Granville County and its farms are geared up and ready to go.
Three farms in Granville County take the lead in delivering fruit and produce. They are Lyon Farms in Creedmoor, Christmas Place Strawberry Farm in Bullock. And Dixon and Sons farm in
Lyon Farms offers five acres of strawberries for customers to pick from, and pre-packs are also available. While king in the spring, strawberries give way to other traditional produce such as collards, cabbage, and peppers, and the farm will include other "you-pick" items as they come into season including blueberries and blackberries in June and peaches in July. If you can’t make it out to the farm, Lyons also sets up farm stands throughout the area (usually on Saturday’s when in season) including stands in Oxford, Carrboro, Durham, and Raleigh (along Highway 50). Lyons Farm is located at 1544 Munns Road, Creedmoor, NC. For more information visit their website at: www.facebook.com/Lyon-Farms-310994802298291
The Christmas Place Strawberry Farm is a dedicated strawberry farm with 3 acres of crops. The farm offers multiple ways to purchase their amazing strawberries. They offer both "pre-pack" boxes as well as "you-pick" strawberries. Christmas Place Strawberry Farm is located at Harry Davis Road, Bullock, NC (919) 693-4496. www.facebook.com/Christmas-Place-Strawberry-Farm-110450242320610
Located in Oxford, Dixon and Sons Farms provides a wide array of produce and products. Strawberries may be a highlight, but tomatoes, onions, cabbage, and other produce are also available and the jam berries are oh so good. The farm is located at 4133A Hwy 15 South Oxford, NC. Call 919-691-1367 visit online at https://www.facebook.com/dixonandsons
If you are not able to get out to one of the farms, then Granville County also offers two comprehensive farmers markets. The Creedmoor Farmers Market is open and located at 608 North Main Street in Creedmoor (next to the Good Samaritan Store). Hours are from 9:00 – 1:00 on Saturday. Wednesday afternoon hours are 1:00 – 5:00. Beyond the usual farm product, the market also includes baked goods, flowers, and plants. For more information visit their Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Creedmoor-Farmers-Market-124069654663247/
A second community of farmers is located in Oxford. Open since early May, the Oxford market is located at the corner of McClanahan and Lanier Streets and is open Saturday’s from 7:00 am to noon and Wednesday’s from 8:00 am – noon. Certainly known for its fresh produce, the Oxford market is one of the more robust markets in the area. In addition to a complete array of produce they also regularly offer flowers, plants, jams, jellies, and pickles. Information on the market can be found at their Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/OxfordMarket
Granville County is a proud partner of the agricultural business in North Carolina. From farms to markets, strawberries to peppers, we provide the opportunity for consumers to purchase fresh produce, support local farmers, and continue to seek locations that are Uniquely Carolina. For more information on farms and farmers markets in Granville County you can visit the tourism website at: www.visitgranvillenc.com and to learn more about opportunities to support the agricultural businesses in Granville and North Carolina, you can download the Visit NC Farm app on your phone and visit www.visitncfarmstoday.com