Albany County

Family-run land stewardship and conservation project on 106 acres in Rensselaerville, in the southern Helderbergs of Albany County. The property includes a 9-acre lake, woodlands, native plantings, and pollinator habitat managed with minimal human interference, providing sanctuary for wildlife and contemplative space for visitors. Proceeds from native and pollinator plant sales support habitat expansion and a developing food forest. Operates alongside two affiliated efforts on the same land: Garden of One, a small organic herbal and wellness product line, and The Returning Center, a holistic retreat sanctuary offering small-group stays at the Moonlit Chalet, Lakeside Cabin, and Sacred Hollow glampsite. Currently a family-run effort rather than a state- or federally-recognized nonprofit; donations are not tax-deductible.

Latham studio where Mike Riley handcrafts one-of-a-kind fine furniture and wood-and-resin home decor using traditional joinery.

Full-service Agway on Western Ave carrying animal feed, pet supplies, lawn and garden products, and home improvement essentials.

Open-web buy/sell/trade classifieds for Albany County. Free to browse and post, no login or Facebook account required. Listings include vehicles, household items, electronics, tools, garage sales, and community events from Albany County residents.

County soil and water conservation district headquartered at 24 Martin Road in Voorheesville, Albany County. Operates a DEC-licensed commercial fish hatchery providing certified disease-free rainbow trout, largemouth bass, fathead minnow, and triploid grass carp for stocking private ponds and waters. Also delivers the standard county SWCD services: conservation planning, Agricultural Environmental Management (AEM) planning, stream and shoreline restoration, erosion and sediment control technical assistance, and landowner conservation grants.

The first licensed distillery in Albany since Prohibition — founded in early 2011 by co-owners John Curtin and Rick Sicari, beginning operations in July 2012. A small-craft distillery in Albany's historic Warehouse District using both modern and traditional methods. Whiskeys (bourbon, rye, malt) are released under the Ironweed label — named for William Kennedy's Albany-set novel. Rums are released under the Quackenbush label, named for Albany's Quackenbush Square — an unaged style inspired by Albany's original 18th-century distillery from a period recipe. Collaboration releases with Nine Pin Ciderworks and Death Wish Coffee. A separate ADCo Bar & Bottle Shop sits down the street at 75 Livingston Ave in a building dating to 1844 (former horse stable, Nabisco factory). Tours of the distillery by appointment.

One of the best remaining examples of an inland pine barrens ecosystem in the world, spanning 3,000 acres across Albany, Guilderland, and Colonie. Home to the rare Karner blue butterfly and over 50 other rare or uncommon species. Features 20+ miles of hiking trails through open pitch pine and scrub oak barrens, wetlands, and vernal pools. The Discovery Center off New Karner Road offers free interpretive exhibits, trail maps, and guided programs. Open year-round; trails open daily dawn to dusk. Free admission.

Family-owned Agway specializing in farm feed, lawn and garden, pets, fencing, food preservation, wild bird products, propane, and wood pellets. Delivery available. Supports local 4-H.

The annual county fair serving Albany County and the greater Capital Region, held each August in Altamont. One of the oldest fairs in the region, featuring agricultural exhibits, 4-H competitions, livestock shows, entertainment, rides, and food. A community anchor for the Albany County farming community and the Hilltowns rural population.

U-pick strawberries, apples, and pumpkins on a family orchard. Cider, vegetables, and bakery items available. Accepts FMNP and FCC.

National searchable database that lets home gardeners search by ZIP code to find local food pantries that accept fresh produce donations. Useful when no local gleaning program serves a given town.

Watervliet maker building one-of-a-kind cabinets, tables, and seating repurposed from vintage steel lockers, file cabinets, and salvaged industrial materials.

Seasonal roadside farm stand on Western Avenue in Albany selling fresh, locally grown vegetables and produce during the summer growing season, June through August. Open Monday through Friday — a convenient neighborhood source for Capital Region residents looking to buy direct from a local farm.

Albany woodshop building fine furniture and handmade home products — desks, shelving, and custom pieces — from its downtown workshop.

A small CSA farm in Altamont, Schenectady County, visible from the scenic overlook at John Boyd Thatcher State Park — the historic Dutch barn (circa 1730) sits below. A portion of the original Fryer Farm revived as Black Creek Farm, offering vegetables and fruits grown exclusively for CSA members, plus maple syrup from their own maple groves on the Helderberg escarpment.

A historic brewpub in the former Quackenbush Pumping Station at the foot of Albany's Hudson River waterfront — operated by C.H. Evans Brewing Company, which traces its roots to Cornelius H. Evans's 19th-century Hudson brewery. Features in-house craft beers brewed on-site alongside a full menu of pub fare. A perennial Capital Region landmark on the Capital Craft Beverage Trail.

Year-round wholesale farmers market in Menands serving restaurants, retailers, and the public. Albany County's largest market destination open Monday through Saturday.

A certified water testing laboratory near Albany providing potable and non-potable water testing for private wells, municipal water, and surface water. Tests for bacterial contamination, heavy metals, nitrates, PFAS, and other contaminants. Also offers pond and lake sampling for safe swimming, paddling, and fishing. Services most of New York State.

Guilderland yarn shop that hand-dyes its own yarn and stocks fiber-arts supplies.

The Capital Region chapter of Trout Unlimited, watching over the Battenkill, Kayderosseras, Catskill Creek, White Creek, Dwaas Kill, Indian Kill, Schoharie Creek, Patroon Creek, Onesthequaw-Coeymans, and other coldwater streams in the Capital District. Monthly meetings the third Monday at 7pm, beginning with an informal gathering and fly tying at 6:30pm, at the American Legion Zaloga Post in Albany. One of the most active TU chapters in the Capital Region, with stream restoration work on the Battenkill and fly tying workshops.

Seasonal farmers market at The Crossings Park running Saturdays May through September. Fresh local produce, baked goods, and artisan products.

A neighborhood farmers market at New Covenant Presbyterian Church on Western Avenue in Albany, running Tuesday afternoons through October. A walkable local food resource for the Pine Hills and Western Ave corridor with fresh produce, eggs, honey, and locally made goods from Albany County farms and producers. Accepts SNAP/EBT, WIC, FMNP coupons, and FreshConnect checks.

Member-supported community farm in Altamont offering an organic CSA share program producing a diverse range of fruits, vegetables, and herbs. Solar-powered and organically farmed, with additional production of maple syrup and wines. Located at Fryer Lane in Altamont, just minutes from the Helderberg Escarpment. Sells through farm CSA shares direct to members. A committed small organic operation with deep ties to the local food community.

Farm stand carrying seasonal flowers, fruit, and vegetables plus locally made ice cream. Open daily through the growing season. Accepts FMNP and FCC.

Every county in the Hudson Valley and Capital Region has a Cornell Cooperative Extension office offering free or low-cost resources for homesteaders and home gardeners. Services include soil testing with interpretation, plant pest and disease diagnostics, garden helplines staffed by trained Master Gardeners, free and low-cost workshops on food preservation, composting, seed saving, pest management, and home food production. Master Gardeners are volunteer plant experts trained by Cornell who answer questions by phone, email, and at clinics throughout the growing season. Contact your county CCE office — one of the most accessible and practical free resources available to any homesteader.

Neighborhood farmers market on Delaware Ave running Tuesday evenings June through November. Accepts WIC, FMNP, FCC, and SNAP.

Established farmers market in Bethlehem running Saturdays May through December. Indoor market continues through winter. Accepts FMNP, FCC, and SNAP.

Albany custom jewelry design house creating handcrafted pieces.

The second location for Druthers Brewing Company — opened in 2015 in a 17,000-square-foot warehouse originally constructed in 1901 on Broadway in north Albany. The expanded footprint allows Druthers to produce enough beer for the restaurant and its off-premises sales program. Lineup includes the Golden Rule Pilsner, an award-winning Scottish-style ale (2016 World Beer Cup Silver), and a rotating cast of IPAs, sours, stouts, and seasonal beers — paired with elevated comfort food including the signature house-made mac & cheese, burgers, and wood-fired pretzels. Expansive outdoor beer garden in warmer months.

Certified organic family farm in Westerlo, Albany County with CSA, vegetables, fruit, herbs, cage-free eggs, and grass-fed beef. Also operates a combined nursery and greenhouse oriented toward homesteaders. Sells at local farmers markets, food cooperatives, and direct from the farm.

Albany boutique where jeweler Elissa Halloran sells her own handmade jewelry, assemblages, and upcycled pieces alongside the work of local artists.

The official statewide beekeeping association of New York State, serving beekeepers at every level. Hosts annual events, provides advocacy for beekeepers before state government, and connects New York's honey producers with resources, markets, and fellow beekeepers. All NY beekeepers are encouraged to join. Affiliated with the American Beekeeping Federation.

A state government campus farmers market at Empire State Plaza in Albany, open Wednesdays and Fridays during the growing season. Conveniently located for state workers and downtown Albany residents. Vendors carry fresh produce, eggs, honey, baked goods, and prepared foods. Accepts WIC, FMNP coupons, FreshConnect checks, and SNAP/EBT — making it one of the most accessible midweek markets in the Capital Region.

Winter indoor farmers market at the Empire State Plaza Concourse running Wednesdays November through April. Local food accessible year-round in downtown Albany. Accepts WIC, FMNP, FCC, and SNAP.

Albany blacksmith Mark Petry hand-forging custom ironwork — fireplace screens, lighting, railings — and a line of forged hardware (Twisted Smith Hardware).

A national nonprofit legal organization providing free and low-cost legal help to family farmers and their advocates. FLAG assists farmers with USDA loan servicing disputes, farm foreclosure, discrimination claims, bankruptcy, farm program appeals, and legal problems involving farm operations. Also publishes free legal guides on farm issues including farm leases, succession planning, and USDA program rights. A critical resource for any small or mid-sized farm family facing legal challenges they cannot afford to fight alone.

A small community farmers market in Feura Bush, southern Albany County, running Friday afternoons during the growing season. Brings fresh produce and locally made goods from Albany County farms to the Feura Bush and New Scotland community. One of the few dedicated farm markets in the southern Albany County Helderberg foothills area.

Neighborhood farmers market in Bethlehem at First United Methodist Church running Tuesday afternoons May through November. Accepts FMNP and FCC.

Pasture-raised chicken and heritage breed turkeys, free-range brown eggs, and seasonal vegetables. No chemicals, antibiotics, or hormones. Call or email to order and arrange pickup.

Locally grown fruits and vegetables, cut flowers, trees and shrubs, sod, firewood, and bedding plants. Open April through December.

Cafe, bakery, and nursery with locally sourced products. Cafe open Monday through Friday, store open daily April through December.

Hay farm in the Albany area supplying baled hay.

Summer farmers market in Guilderland Center running Sunday mornings July through September. Local produce, baked goods, and artisan products.

Regional initiative connecting Capital Region residents with local farms, farmers markets, and locally grown food year-round including winter. Maintains listings of winter farmers markets, farm stores, and seasonal eating resources.

A regional farm-to-consumer connection directory serving the Capital Region, covering farms and farmers markets in Albany, Columbia, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, and Washington counties. Helps residents find locally grown food, farm stands, CSA programs, and farmers markets throughout the Capital-Mohawk region. A free resource for discovering what's growing near you.

Diversified farm and farm store in Preston Hollow offering grass-fed beef, lamb, goat, chicken, eggs, and woolen products. Farm store and lunch every Saturday 11am–2pm, with special food events throughout the year. Handmade goods include socks, hats, comforters, fleeces, and lamb skins crafted from their own wool, llama, and alpaca fiber. Well stocked with local dairy, cheeses, and regional food products.

Small holistically managed family farm in East Berne practicing regenerative agriculture through planned rotational grazing and species diversity. Home to the rare Herdwick breed sheep — the second flock in the United States and the first east of the Rockies. Herdwick sheep are naturally disease- and parasite-resistant foragers known for exceptionally lean, mild-flavored meat, once famously raised and championed by Beatrix Potter. Produces unique Herdwick wool roving, batts, yarn, and fiber arts supplies, as well as pastured meats (lamb, heritage pigs, poultry, turkey), and farm-fresh eggs. Products available at the farm store and online. Also featured annually at the NYS Sheep and Wool Festival at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds.

Family-run boutique maple farm in the Helderberg Hilltowns producing 100% pure New York maple syrup, sugar, and confections, plus a maple wine made entirely from their own syrup. Available at area fairs and on the farm — please call ahead for availability and pricing. Free delivery within 25 miles of the farm on all orders over $25.

Small family alpaca farm built on 14 acres in East Berne by Jeff and Karen Villeneuve, about 15 miles west of Albany. Home to 19 Huacaya alpacas bred for high-quality fiber, plus a small assortment of pygmy goats, guinea fowl, and peacocks. Offers alpacas for sale and boarding, alpaca fiber and yarn for sale, and farm visits by appointment. Accessible from the Helderberg hills via Route 157 and Saw Mill Road. A welcoming on-farm experience for families, fiber enthusiasts, and anyone interested in small-scale sustainable fiber farming.

A hand-forged metalwork studio in Altamont, Albany County, creating custom ironwork from colonial-style historic reproductions to clean contemporary designs. Services include custom furniture, home décor, metal sculpture, hand-forged railings, fences, gates, and architectural ironwork. All work handmade in the Hudson Valley. Specializes in bringing individual visions to life through traditional blacksmithing.

Full-service land clearing and property preparation in the Helderberg region of Albany County. Services include brush hogging, stump grinding, selective tree removal, and small-scale logging. Firewood cut and split to order. Free on-site estimates. A go-to resource for homesteaders opening up overgrown land for gardens, pasture, or new construction in the Albany County Helderbergs.

A sportsmen's club in Altamont, Albany County, serving the Helderberg highlands community of western Albany County. Offers hunting, fishing, and shooting sports for members in the foothills between the Catskills and Capital Region. An affiliate of the New York State Rifle & Pistol Association.

Nursery and greenhouse operation in Altamont serving Albany County gardeners and homesteaders in the Helderberg foothills. Grows annuals, perennials, vegetable and herb starts, hanging baskets, and seasonal specialty plants. A trusted local source for Capital Region gardeners looking for quality, locally grown plant starts and nursery stock.

Albany's homegrown member-owned and operated consumer food cooperative, founded in 1976. The largest and highest-quality selection of local, organic, and natural grocery in the Capital District, open to the public seven days a week. Features a full deli and catering department, extensive produce section featuring local farms, bulk dry goods, specialty cheese, wellness products, craft beer, wine, and a Teaching Kitchen and Community Room offering free classes, workshops, and wellness sessions. Also operates a satellite counter at Empire State Plaza. True cooperative governance — member-owners vote on the annual budget and major decisions. One of the longest-running food cooperatives in New York State.

Small family livestock operation in the Helderberg hills of East Berne, Albany County, raising animals using traditional pasture-based methods on a small hilltown farm. Direct farm sales of meat and farm products — call ahead for current availability and to arrange a pickup.

DeFazio's at the Pizza Garden — the Troy-based pizzeria's seasonal outpost at Indian Ladder Farms' Cidery & Brewery, serving wood-fired pizza in the outdoor Biergarten alongside the farm's craft beers and hard ciders. Open Fridays through Sundays in summer.

A farm cidery and brewery on Indian Ladder Farms — a Ten Eyck family century farm founded in 1916 at the foot of the Helderberg Escarpment, with over 300 acres of apple orchards, berry patches, pumpkin fields, and pasture. Hops have been grown on-site since 2012, and after New York passed the Farm Brewery Law in 2013, longtime friends Dietrich Gehring and Stuart Morris opened the cidery and brewery at Indian Ladder in May 2016 — first on the farmhouse porch, then expanding into the lower-level taproom and outdoor Biergarten with a pavilion, sound stage, and fire pits. Beers and hard ciders use apples, hops, and malting barley from Indian Ladder and other New York farms — true farm-to-glass. Taproom open Thursday–Sunday; tasting room overlooks the hop yard, with brunch service at the upstairs Yellow Rock Café. A Taste NY attraction.

Repair for tractors, tillers, chainsaws, generators, and wood splitters. Husqvarna and Stihl dealer. Mobile service available.

Albany maker of handmade earrings and bags.

Seasonal farm stand on Kenwood Avenue in Delmar carrying fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables from July through October. Open Monday through Saturday — a neighborhood source for in-season produce in the heart of Bethlehem, just minutes from downtown Albany.

Family farm in Rensselaerville near the Huyck Preserve, growing produce, eggs, and mushrooms, with a small farm-to-table kitchen serving weekend brunch and Wednesday dinner.

U-pick berries, vegetables, pumpkins, and flowers. CSA available. Apple cider, honey, baked goods, preserves, and greenhouse plants. Accepts FMNP and FCC. Open daily May through December.

Grass-fed and pasture-raised meats, local vegetables and flowers, stone hearth artisan breads, and wool products from local farms all in one farm store.

Mobile small engine repair serving the Capital Region. Repairs all makes and models of lawn mowers, tractors, zero-turns, snow blowers, generators, tillers, and log splitters. Pickup and delivery available. Call or text 518-858-1137.

A team of International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) with offices in Albany, Green Island, and Delmar, offering home visits throughout parts of the Capital Region. Provides prenatal lactation consultations, newborn breastfeeding support, and ongoing care through all stages of nursing and pumping. Establishing care during pregnancy means families have immediate support when baby arrives. All consultants are IBCLC certified — the highest credential in clinical lactation.

A regional land trust serving Albany, Schenectady, and Montgomery counties that helps preserve farmland through conservation easements and farmland access programs. As a partner in the Hudson Valley Farmlink Network, MHLC serves as the local contact for farmers seeking farmland in the Capital Region. Conservation Priority Areas include properties valuable for natural resources, farming, and sustainable forestry. Has helped preserve over 1,000 acres of farmland in the Capital Region. Free consultation for landowners and farmers considering conservation options.

National searchable map of mutual aid networks, community self-support projects, supply networks, and needs-request systems. Filter by location to find every active mutual aid group near you. Maintained by Town Hall Project; updated more often than any single local list.

The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service provides free technical and financial assistance to farmers, ranchers, and private forest landowners in the Hudson Valley and Catskills. Key programs include EQIP (Environmental Quality Incentives Program) funding for conservation practices, RCPP for watershed-scale projects, and the Conservation Reserve Program. Free on-farm site visits from NRCS soil scientists and engineers. A critical free resource for any farm seeking conservation funding or technical assistance.

A farm in Dutchess County that started as a certified organic vegetable operation before pivoting to hemp and CBD production in 2019. In 2022 received an Adult-Use Conditional Cultivation License and an Adult-Use Conditional Processing License for extraction and manufacturing. Brings the same organic and sustainable practices from vegetable farming to cannabis cultivation.

New York State's first farm cidery — founded by Alejandro del Peral in downtown Albany's Warehouse District. Crafts complex and refreshing ciders using 100% local New York apples and fruit sourced from Capital Region and Hudson Valley orchards. The flagship Signature cider (an off-dry sparkling cider made primarily from Samascott Orchards apples) anchors a rotating lineup that includes Ginger, Belgian, Rosé, and seasonal releases. Tasting room offers 18 taps featuring 9+ Nine Pin ciders plus local NY beers and cider cocktails, gourmet sourdough pizzas, and house-made charcuterie. Seasonal outdoor café in the unique warehouse setting.

Self-serve farm stand open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from March through November. Vegetables, flowers, herbs, and firewood. Spring rhubarb, fall pumpkins and gourds.

A hearth showroom and installation company serving Columbia, Albany, Hudson, and Greene counties with the largest showroom in the area. Carries wood-burning, gas/propane, and pellet/corn stoves from brands including Hearthstone, Harman, Mendota, Regency, and Valor. Also sells fireplace inserts, mantels, and full hearth accessories. Certified technicians install to NFI and CSIA standards. EPA-certified stoves eligible for federal tax credits. Two locations: Albany and Catskill.

The New York Farm Bureau provides agricultural advocacy, policy support, and a range of member services for New York farmers including access to legal assistance programs, farm labor compliance resources, and guidance on farm taxation, property rights, and agricultural district enrollment. The Farm Bureau serves as a collective voice for farm families on land use, agricultural assessment, right-to-farm protections, and state and federal farm policy. Membership provides access to legal consultation resources and farm business tools.

A statewide advocacy organization working to further social and environmental justice for small and very small cannabis farmers in New York. NY Small Farma advocates for on-farm sales, craft farm co-ops, and distribution mechanisms that allow small landowners and farmers to thrive in the cannabis industry. Champions regenerative farming practices and opposes the large warehouse-style cannabis industrial model. A critical advocacy and community resource for any small farm considering or engaged in cannabis cultivation in New York.

A New York State property tax program that significantly reduces property taxes on land actively used for agricultural production. Eligible farmland is assessed at its agricultural value rather than its full market value — often resulting in substantial tax savings for farmers and homesteaders. To qualify, land generally must be at least 7 acres and generate at least $10,000 in gross sales of agricultural products in each of the two preceding years (sales, not profit). Smaller parcels may also qualify if the land is part of a larger farm operation. Administered through local town assessors with oversight by NYS Agriculture & Markets. Apply annually through your local assessor's office — deadlines vary by municipality. Cornell Cooperative Extension and Farm Bureau both offer guidance on the application process.

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issues hunting, fishing, and trapping licenses for New York State. Licenses available online via DECALS, by phone at (866) 933-2257, or at 1,200+ licensed agents statewide. Hunting licenses run September 1 through August 31; fishing licenses valid for 365 days. New for 2025-26: crossbow legal in same seasons as vertical bow for deer and bear statewide. Free licenses available for active military, NY Guard, and reservists.

The New York State Maple Producers Association sponsors the annual Maple Weekend, held two consecutive weekends in late March across New York State. About 110 maple producers across the state open their sugar houses to the public — free admission, free samples, sugar bush tours, pancake breakfasts, and hands-on demonstrations of sap tapping and syrup making. The definitive annual event for experiencing NYS maple production directly from the source.

Every county in New York State has a Soil and Water Conservation District providing free technical assistance to farmers and landowners. Services include on-farm erosion control planning, stormwater management, stream bank stabilization, well and septic guidance, and the Agricultural Environmental Management (AEM) program — a voluntary program helping farmers identify environmental concerns and access state and federal funding to address them. AEM is the primary on-ramp to NRCS and state conservation funding for many farms. Contact your county SWCD office directly — they are local, free, and often the most practical first call for any land or water management question on your property.

Homegrown fruits and vegetables, sweet corn, hanging and bedding plants, baked goods, meats, and specialty items. Open Monday through Saturday.

Small apiary and farm in the Helderberg hills of Berne, Albany County, producing raw wildflower honey, beeswax candles, and handmade soaps from bees foraging in the unsprayed hilltown countryside. Open daily for on-farm purchases — a year-round source for pure local honey direct from the heart of the Helderbergs.

A 4,500-acre New York State DEC Wildlife Management Area on West Mountain in the Town of Berne, among the highest terrain in Albany County at 1,600–1,900 feet elevation. Former abandoned farmland transferred to the state in 1962, now featuring natural hardwood stands of maple, ash, birch, and hemlock alongside 1930s–40s spruce and pine plantations. Over 40 miles of old CCC fire roads and single/double track trails for hiking, birding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, hunting, trapping, and fishing in numerous ponds. A designated pheasant release site; popular for ruffed grouse, wild turkey, whitetail deer, black bear, and waterfowl. Warm-water sport fish fill the ponds. Multiple waterfalls in the southern section. Part of the 6,594-acre Helderberg Bird Conservation Area. Remote and largely unmarked — GPS recommended.

CSA farm with a mission — a portion of all produce goes directly to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York. Members support food security while receiving their own seasonal share.

Albany leatherworker making custom belts, straps, and leather goods.

Small market garden in the Potter Hollow area of Preston Hollow growing onions, herbs, garlic, and chicory.

Handcrafted natural soap and body care products made small-batch in Albany, NY. RAD Soap Co. uses natural oils, butters, and botanical ingredients to produce soaps and body products free from synthetic fragrance and harsh chemicals. Available online and at Capital Region farmers markets throughout the season. A reliable local source for genuinely natural personal care products in the Capital Region.

Regional food bank serving 23 counties in northeastern New York. Operates Patroon Land Farm in Voorheesville, which grows produce specifically for hunger relief. Call to coordinate dropoff.

Albany jeweler offering in-house custom CAD design and fabrication.

A combined nursery and small greenhouse operation tucked into the Helderberg escarpment in East Berne, Albany County. Carries vegetable starts, herbs, native plants, and perennials with a homesteader sensibility — practical growing plants over ornamental varieties. A community growing resource for the southwestern Albany County Helderberg community.

An IBCLC offering home visits and live video telehealth lactation consultations throughout the Capital Region, including Medicaid participants and multiple insurance plans. Phone: (518) 672-1519. Experienced in supporting families through all breastfeeding challenges with a warm, evidence-based approach. Home visits and telehealth available.

A chiropractic wellness practice in Delmar, Albany County, run by Dr. Roger Shannon. Serves the Albany County community including the farming families of the Hilltowns and rural Albany County. Community-rooted chiropractic care for back pain, repetitive strain injuries, and musculoskeletal conditions common in farm and manual labor work.

Colonie maker of handcrafted soaps, bath bombs, lotions, and candles.

Evening farmers market in Albany's South End neighborhood running Thursday evenings. Accepts FMNP, FCC, and SNAP. Community food access focus.

Family-owned farm market in Feura Bush with deep roots in the Helderberg foothills community. Carries fresh locally grown produce, seasonal fruits and vegetables, homemade baked goods, dairy, and farm staples. Open Monday through Saturday — a reliable year-round stop for Capital Region residents looking to source locally from a longtime Albany County farm family.

A traditionally trained weaver and natural dyer based in Altamont, Albany County, specializing in rug weaving and blanket weaving using wool, cotton, and alpaca grown locally or in the USA. Also a traditionally trained natural dyer working with local and traditional dyestuffs — madder, indigo, weld, and regional plants. Teaches workshops in weaving and indigo dyeing. Classes focused on producing finished, useful articles using traditional techniques.

Coalition of 70+ food pantries across the Capital District, with a searchable Food Connect Map for finding the closest one. Member pantries accept fresh produce — call ahead.

Full-service farm store with fresh fruits and vegetables, nursery plants, baked goods, jams, and condiments. Bulk mulch and firewood available for delivery.

A full-service general practice law firm headquartered in Albany with offices in Schoharie County and Dutchess County, representing buyers, sellers, lenders, and municipalities in real estate transactions across Albany, Greene, Columbia, Schoharie, Ulster, Rensselaer, and more than a dozen additional New York counties. Practice areas relevant to rural landowners include residential and commercial real estate, title examination, zoning and planning, environmental law, and equine law. The firm has been handling real estate matters for over 40 years.

Full-service rural lifestyle store carrying animal and livestock feed, pet supplies, fencing, chicken coops, waterers, feeders, and power equipment.

Rural lifestyle retailer carrying livestock feed, pet supplies, fencing, farm equipment, lawn care, and workwear. Garden center on site.

Small livestock farm in Berne raising lamb and sheep with pasture-raised eggs; meat sold weekly at local markets.

A federal program that reimburses certified organic producers up to 75% of their organic certification costs per year, per certification scope (crops, livestock, wild crops, handler), up to $750 per scope. Covers application fees, inspection costs, inspector travel, user fees, sales assessments, and postage. Apply through your local USDA Farm Service Agency office or through the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets. Note: As of early 2025, federal funding for this program has been frozen — NY senators are actively pressuring USDA to release FY25 and FY26 funds. Program historically available annually; check with FSA or NOFA-NY Helpline for current status.

Family-owned country grocery, butcher, and deli in Glenmont with farm produce, glass-bottled milk, local eggs, and house-made sandwiches.

Weekly Wednesday evening market in Voorheesville running June through September. Local farms, produce, and handmade goods from the Albany County rural community.

Summer Saturday market set along the Knox Street Mall inside Albany's iconic 89-acre Washington Park, running July through September from 10am to 2pm. Established in 2019, the market features a wide range of vendors including local farmers, small businesses, artisans, craftspeople, bakers, photographers, jewelers, and rock painters. Each Saturday connects Albany's historic Brownstone neighborhoods to fresh, locally made and locally grown goods. The market caps its season with an annual Harvest Festival on the first Saturday in October featuring live music and pumpkins. Kid vendors and youth entrepreneurship programs are a distinctive feature.

A fish and game club in Westerlo, southern Albany County, serving the Helderberg highlands community near the Greene County border. Promotes fishing, hunting, and outdoor conservation in the Basic Valley region of Albany County.

Delmar indie yarn dyer (Terri Bartosik) hand-dyeing small-batch merino, mohair, alpaca, and blended yarns in many weights and colors.

A family-owned and operated maker of gourmet cheeses, spreads, and cheesecake established in 2007 in Stone Ridge, Ulster County. Specializes in handcrafted dairy delicacies using locally sourced ingredients. Available at regional farmers markets and specialty food stores in the Catskill region.