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Fresh in Lansing: Meat, Eggs, Dairy & Produce, Direct from the Farmer
Farm Fresh Meat, Dairy, Produce and Pantry Staples You Can Buy Locally
Many people are looking for alternatives to the big box stores and turning to local sources instead. Finding a local source can be a little tricky, so that’s why we started this list of farms and outlets carrying local produce, meat, dairy and pantry staples.
Local Mid-Michigan Meat Sources
Looking for locally raised meat in Mid-Michigan?
The Lansing area has a number of local farmers that sell their meat products directly to customers. In addition, there are a number of locally run stores that sell local meats.
Here’s where you can find locally raised beef, pork, chicken, and more in Greater Lansing.
Greater Lansing Area Meat Farms
| Farm | Offerings |
|---|---|
| Baese Family Farm 4639 E Ridge Rd, Elsie, MI 48831 989-666-3637 (by appointment only) | Beef |
| Beery Farms 849 N Aurelius Rd, Mason, MI 48854 517-676-4686 beeryfarm@aol.com | Beef |
| Butcher Farms 2285 Coy Rd, Mason, MI 48854 517-881-9352 | Beef, pork |
| Cornwell’s Turkeyville 18935 15 1/2 Mile Rd, Marshall, MI 49068 269-781-4293 | Turkey |
| Dennis Farms 8715 Alward Rd, Laingsburg, MI 48848 517-763-1206 | Beef, chicken |
| Ham Sweet Farm 357 Holt Rd, Williamston, MI 48895 517-927-0597 info@hamsweetfarm.com | Chicken, pork, turkey |
| Heaven Sent Farms 3732 E Howell Rd, Webberville, MI 48892 248-521-9406 (by appointment only) | Beef, pork |
| Humble Beginnings Ranch 4151 E Walker Rd, St Johns, MI 48879 989-627-2462 | Beef, bison, chicken, duck |
| Kellogg Farms 4758 S Croswell Rd, Ithaca, MI 48847 989-875-4221 | Beef |
| Livingston Farm 2204 Livingston Rd, St Johns, MI 48879 989-224-6685 Livingstonfarms@gmail.com | Beef |
| Rapid Ridge Farms 4903 Toles Rd, Mason, MI 48854 517-290-7404 | Beef |
| Reese Farms 14633 Wood Rd, Lansing, MI 48906 517-484-2868 | Beef |
| Triple H Ranch 11220 W Townsend Rd, Fowler, MI 48835 989-640-1033 | Beef |
| Uncle Mike’s Family Farm 6713 W Chandler Rd, DeWitt, MI 48820 517-243-6209 | Chicken, pork, turkey |
Local Mid-Michigan Produce Sources
Join for the growing season and enjoy fresh produce straight from local farms in and around Lansing, Michigan. You’ll also find a list of CSA options in the area to help you choose the one that’s right for you.
Produce Farm Locations
| Farm | Offerings |
|---|---|
| Butcher Farms 2285 Coy Rd, Mason, MI 48854 517-881-9352 | Pumpkins, squash, sweet corn |
| Diederich’s Berry & Produce Farm 3537 Morrice Rd, Webberville, MI 48892 | Corn, peaches, raspberries, strawberries |
| Faivor Fresh Produce 1302 E Price Rd, St Johns, MI 48879 989-323-0341 faivorproduce@gmail.com | Collard greens, herbs, kale, summer squash, Swiss chard, tomatoes, zucchini |
| Felzke Farms 5501 W Herbison Dr, DeWitt MI 48820 517-669-9459 | Apples, blueberries, cabbage, cantaloupe, corn, cucumbers, green beans, green bell peppers, jalapenos, peaches, strawberries, sweet banana peppers, sweet corn, tomatoes, watermelon |
| Ferris Organic Farm 3565 Onondaga Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 517-628-2506 ferrisorganicfarm@gmail.com | Beans (variety), lentils, peas |
| Half Barn Farmstand 601 S Clemens Rd, Lansing, MI 48912 517-604-1899 | Garlic, seasonal herbs, micro-greens, produce |
| J & E Martin Produce 5703 Spaulding Rd, Westphalia, MI 48894 616-292-5211 | Banana peppers, bell peppers, blueberries, cabbage, cantaloupe, corn, cucumbers, garlic, green beans, jalapenos, honeydew, peaches, nectarines, red beets, tomatoes, watermelon |
| Michigan Brewing Works 3435 Dietz Rd, Williamston, MI 48895 517-294-2280 | Garlic |
| Peckham Farms 5408 W Grand River Ave, Lansing, MI 48906 517-316-4050 | Bell peppers, garlic, jalapenos, red beets, red onion, strawberries, sweet banana peppers, tomatoes |
| Pregitzer Farm Market LLC 6870 Territorial Rd, Munith, MI 49259 517-240-4600 | Bell peppers, pumpkins, sweetcorn, watermelons |
| Reese Farms 14633 Wood Rd, Lansing, MI 48906 517-484-2868 | Pumpkins, sweet corn |
| Swallowtail Farms 1633 Hagadorn Rd, Mason MI 48854 517-980-6634 swallowtailfarm@gmail.com | Salad greens |
Local Lansing-area CSAs (Community Supported Agriculture)
When you join a CSA, you get super-fresh, seasonal food straight from a local farm while also supporting farmers and building a stronger sense of community.
| CSA | Offerings |
|---|---|
| Allen Neighborhood Center 1611 E Kalamazoo St, Lansing, MI 48912 517-367-2468 | Veggie Box is a weekly subscription of fresh, in-season produce sourced from local farmers, complete with recipes and prep tips, available during spring, summer, and fall. Members pay before the season begins, with flexible payment options and the choice to add on items like bread, eggs, coffee, honey, and more. |
| Faivor Fresh Produce 1302 E Price Rd, St Johns, MI 48879 989-323-0341 faivorproduce@gmail.com | CSA subscriptions from Faivor Fresh Produce make it easy to enjoy farm-fresh, seasonal eating year-round. Choose from a Vegetable & Egg Share (with a dozen eggs plus 2–3 seasonal vegetables) or a Vegetable-Only Share (3–4 vegetables), available weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Shares rotate seasonally—spring brings asparagus and peas, summer features zucchini and tomatoes, fall includes cabbage and peppers, and winter highlights greens, herbs, and root crops. |
| MSU Student Organic Farm Horticulture Teaching and Research Center 3291 College Rd, Holt, MI 48842 517-230-7987 | Connects members with fresh, seasonal produce grown by students while directly supporting hands-on learning and sustainable farming. Members purchase a share in advance and receive a weekly box of diverse vegetables, sharing in both the harvest and the risks of farming. Options include a 15-week summer session or a shorter 5-week “Peak Season” share, with Full, Half, and Student Share sizes available. |
| Thornapple CSA 1300 Mt Hope Hwy, Charlotte, MI 48813 517-649-8957 | Thornapple CSA provides members with 24 weeks of fresh, seasonal vegetables and offers flexible share options, including reduced costs for volunteer participation. Along with staples like leafy greens, squash, tomatoes, and root vegetables, members can enjoy add-ons such as pasture-raised meats, eggs, and local fruits. Examples of produce include carrots, corn, onions, herbs, and even dragon fruit. |
| Titus Farms 3765 Meridian Rd, Leslie, MI 49251 517-910-3002 | Customization is done online through Farmigo, where you can choose either a standard or large veggie box. Season produce available, but not limited to: arugula, Asian greens, basil, beets, Bok choy, broccoli/broccolini, brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, celeriac, cherry tomatoes, chives, collards, cucumbers, dill or cilantro, eggplant, fennel, garlic bulbs, garlic scapes, green beans, herbs, hot peppers, kale, kohlrabi, leeks, lettuce, napa cabbage, onions, parsley, potatoes, popcorn, radishes, radishes, rainbow chard, rutabaga, scallions, snap or snow peas, spinach, sweet corn, sweet peppers, sweet potatoes, tomatillos, tomatoes, turnips, winter squash, zucchini/summer squash. |
Local Sources For Milk, Eggs, Cheese & More
Running low on cheese, eggs, butter or cheese?
The Lansing area is home to several local dairies. You can find their products at markets, country stores, and small grocers across Mid-Michigan. Here’s a list of places selling delicious local dairy and egg products.
| Farm | Offerings |
|---|---|
| Baese Family Farm 4639 E Ridge Rd, Elsie, MI 48831 willbaese@gmail.com 989-666-3637 (by appointment only) | Eggs, milk |
| Fanson Farms 4858 Bunker Rd, Mason, MI 48854 517-719-6251 | Eggs |
| Humble Beginnings Ranch 4151 E Walker Rd, St Johns, MI 48879 989-627-2462 | Chicken eggs, duck eggs |
| MOO-ville Creamery 5875 S M-66 Hwy, Nashville, MI 49073 517-852-9003 | Butter, buttermilk, cheese, ice cream, milk, |
| Stone Hedge Farm 1201 N Every Rd, Mason, MI 48854 517-676-9271 | Eggs |
Stock Your Pantry the Farm-Fresh Way
Stock your pantry the farm-fresh way with staples like honey, maple syrup, flour, jams, and more—crafted with care by local farms.
| Farm | Offerings |
|---|---|
| Baese Family Farm 4639 E Ridge Rd, Elsie, MI 48831 willbaese@gmail.com 989-666-3637 (by appointment only) | Syrup |
| Droscha Farms 4490 Toles Rd, Mason, MI 48854 517-749-5173 | Maple syrup, maple sugar, vanilla |
| Fanson Farms 4858 Bunker Rd, Mason, MI 48854 517-719-6251 | Jams, maple syrup |
| Felzke Farms 5501 W Herbison Dr, DeWitt MI 48820 517-669-9459 | Honey, jams, maple syrup |
| Ferris Organic Farm 3565 Onondaga Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 517-628-2506 ferrisorganicfarm@gmail.com | Buckwheat, flax seed, millet, oats, sunflower seeds |
| Livingston Farm 2204 Livingston Rd, St Johns, MI 48879 989-224-6685 Livingstonfarms@gmail.com | Maple syrup, peppermint oil, spearmint oil |
| Paradise in the Pines 3858 W French Rd, St Johns, MI 48879 989-224-9212 | Honey |
| Peckham Farms 5408 W Grand River Ave, Lansing, MI 48906 517-316-4050 | Apple butter, apple sauce, honey, hot sauce, jam, jelly, preserves, relish, salsa |
What Did We Miss?
Do you know a farm we’ve missed? Comment below to help spread the word to our LFF Community!
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