River Berry Farm

Since its establishment in 1992, the farm has been operated by Jane Sorensen, David Marchant, and their two children, Huck and Ada, along with a dedicated crew of 8-10 seasonal employees. Over the years, it has become known for its wide variety of organic produce, including 50 acres of vegetables, 3 acres of strawberries, 1.5 acres of raspberries, and 18,000 square feet of greenhouse crops. The farm's produce is marketed through an on-farm stand, a CSA program, the Burlington Farmers Market, local health food stores, and regional markets via the Deep Root Organic Growers Cooperative.

The farm employs organic farming methods and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to cultivate its crops, ensuring both environmental protection and consumer safety. Season extension techniques such as transplanting, row covers, and greenhouses are utilized to maximize the availability of fresh produce. The greenhouse opens on May 1st, offering a variety of annual and perennial flower transplants, organic vegetable and herb transplants, hanging baskets, organic potting mix, and fruit and flowering shrubs. The farm also raises 100 organic layer chickens, providing fresh eggs throughout the season.

The farm stand operates from May 1st through Halloween, open daily from 8 am to 6 pm. Visitors can enjoy pick-your-own organic strawberries starting around the third week of June and fall-bearing raspberries from mid-August through September. The farm also focuses on developing pollinator-friendly, garden-worthy perennials and lawn-alternative plants, with an emphasis on native species. The farm's community-oriented approach is evident in the serendipitous meetings of neighbors in the berry patches.