Food & Farmers
The GrowersBuying from smaller scale local farms, food hubs, and producers is a core component of how we support healthy families, healthy soil, and healthy communities. Some of our local farmers are certified organic by USDA, while others follow organic practices but can't afford government certification.
Each week we highlight contributing local farmers. Be sure to read our Weekly Newsletter to see who is contributing this week! You can also look below to get to know a little bit about our local farmers and local food hubs that support them. |
The FoodIn the summer and fall, about 70-80% of our produce comes from local growers, while in winter and spring, 20-30%. This also allows us to offer more variety, especially during the off-season, to families who may be accustomed to more common food such as bananas, avocados, and oranges.
In addition, many of our "On the Side" items, like bread, tortillas, cheese, and yogurt, are artisan products made right here in New Mexico. |
Food Hubs
La Montañita Co-op Distribution Center (CDC)
Location: Albuquerque, NM
La Montañita Co-op Distribution Center (CDC) acts as a local food hub, distributing locally-grown and produced food products to stores, restaurants, and other organizations like MoGro who are interested in buying products from New Mexico and around the region.
The CDC works to form relationships between farmers and buyers and is committed to reaching a price that is fair for both sides.
Location: Albuquerque, NM
La Montañita Co-op Distribution Center (CDC) acts as a local food hub, distributing locally-grown and produced food products to stores, restaurants, and other organizations like MoGro who are interested in buying products from New Mexico and around the region.
The CDC works to form relationships between farmers and buyers and is committed to reaching a price that is fair for both sides.
New Mexico Harvest
Location: Albuquerque, NM
New Mexico Harvest CSA only works with New Mexican farmers and producers from across state to offer top quality produce and artisanal food products. Formerly Beneficial Farms CSA, NMH is dedicated to the New Mexico food system, working with over 45 farms and food producers to bring our customers the best food New Mexico has to offer.
Location: Albuquerque, NM
New Mexico Harvest CSA only works with New Mexican farmers and producers from across state to offer top quality produce and artisanal food products. Formerly Beneficial Farms CSA, NMH is dedicated to the New Mexico food system, working with over 45 farms and food producers to bring our customers the best food New Mexico has to offer.
Farmers
Vida Verde Farm
Products: Baby Lettuce, Cabbage, Mizuna, Kale, Baby Bok Choy, Radishes, Carrots, Turnips, Arugula
Location: Albuquerque NM
Vida Verde is a 5 acre farm that is pesticide and herbicide free located in Albuquerque's North Valley. In addition to growing for MoGro, they also provide for local restaurants, La Montanita Co-Op, and have their own CSA. With five greenhouses Seth and his team are able to provide for us year round!
Products: Baby Lettuce, Cabbage, Mizuna, Kale, Baby Bok Choy, Radishes, Carrots, Turnips, Arugula
Location: Albuquerque NM
Vida Verde is a 5 acre farm that is pesticide and herbicide free located in Albuquerque's North Valley. In addition to growing for MoGro, they also provide for local restaurants, La Montanita Co-Op, and have their own CSA. With five greenhouses Seth and his team are able to provide for us year round!
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North Valley Organics
Products: Tomatoes, Cherry Tomatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Garlic
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Located in the North Valley of Albuquerque, North Valley Organics grows USDA certified organic vegetables. They use sustainable practices to improve the biological life of the soil and grow healthy plants, resulting in high quality produce for the consumer.
Products: Tomatoes, Cherry Tomatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Garlic
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Located in the North Valley of Albuquerque, North Valley Organics grows USDA certified organic vegetables. They use sustainable practices to improve the biological life of the soil and grow healthy plants, resulting in high quality produce for the consumer.
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Schwebach Farm
Products: Pumpkins, Onions, Squash, Carrots, Beets
Location: Moriarty, NM
Products: Pumpkins, Onions, Squash, Carrots, Beets
Location: Moriarty, NM
The Schwebach family has been working the land on their Estancia Valley farm for nearly 50 years. They care deeply about providing non-GMO, local, pesticide and herbicide free produce for communities across New Mexico.
Interested in checking out their farm or harvesting some of your own produce? Schwebach offers "UPick" for a variety of their produce. They also welcome school groups for field trips so that our little ones can learn about local food!
Interested in checking out their farm or harvesting some of your own produce? Schwebach offers "UPick" for a variety of their produce. They also welcome school groups for field trips so that our little ones can learn about local food!
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Preferred Produce
Products: Romaine Lettuce, Vine Ripe Tomatoes, Zucchini, Cantaloupe, Honeydew
Location: Deming, NM
Products: Romaine Lettuce, Vine Ripe Tomatoes, Zucchini, Cantaloupe, Honeydew
Location: Deming, NM
The majority of the fruit & veg at Preferred Produce is grown in greenhouses spread over a 2 acre plot. This farm is well known for its certified organic and certified kosher produce. The owner/farmer extraordinaire, Matthew Strong, has developed a highly efficient hydroponic growing system that recycles all of the water three times, which is a huge plus when farming in the desert! This system is significantly more sustainable than large-scale industrial farms using drip irrigation. Another local farmer doing innovative and amazing things for their community!
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White Mountain Farm
Products: Fingerling Potatoes, Red Potatoes, Yukon Gold Potatoes, Russet Potatoes, Quinoa
Location: Mosca, CO
Products: Fingerling Potatoes, Red Potatoes, Yukon Gold Potatoes, Russet Potatoes, Quinoa
Location: Mosca, CO
White Mountain Farm is located in Mosca, CO in between the San Juan and Sangre de Cristo Mountains in an ancient lake bed called the San Luis Valley. Established in the early 1930's White Mountain Farm has been experimenting with hundreds of varieties of Organic Quinoa and Organic Potatoes for nearly 90 years.
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Rancho de Santa Fe
Products: Peaches, Plums, Pears, Apples
Location: Velarde, NM
Rancho de Santa Fe has been farming for generations. One of their specialties is their orchards, where they grow certified organic stone fruit, apples, pears, and more. They are part of a well-established farming culture in the Española valley.
Products: Peaches, Plums, Pears, Apples
Location: Velarde, NM
Rancho de Santa Fe has been farming for generations. One of their specialties is their orchards, where they grow certified organic stone fruit, apples, pears, and more. They are part of a well-established farming culture in the Española valley.
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Silver Leaf Farms
Products: Kale, Cucumbers, Cabbage
Location: Corrales, NM
A young but voracious farm, Silver Leaf has been producing certified organic vegetables for the past 8 years. Brothers Aaron & Elan are committed to keeping their carbon footprint small, a difficult task for high desert farmers. They maintain the temps in their hydroponic greenhouses using solar-powered evaporative coolers. They keep their carbon emissions low by delivering in a 15 mile radius to their farm. Interested in lending a hand? Volunteer at Silver Leaf!
Products: Kale, Cucumbers, Cabbage
Location: Corrales, NM
A young but voracious farm, Silver Leaf has been producing certified organic vegetables for the past 8 years. Brothers Aaron & Elan are committed to keeping their carbon footprint small, a difficult task for high desert farmers. They maintain the temps in their hydroponic greenhouses using solar-powered evaporative coolers. They keep their carbon emissions low by delivering in a 15 mile radius to their farm. Interested in lending a hand? Volunteer at Silver Leaf!
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