8 food & preservation in Otsego County, New York.
An Otsego County farm producing raw cow's milk cheeses, cheese curds, pastured soy-free beef and pork, and eggs. Raw milk cheeses are made with milk from their own herd. Available at the Cooperstown Farmers' Market and direct from the farm in Richfield Springs.
A certified organic family farm in Mount Vision, halfway between Cooperstown and Oneonta in Pleasant Valley. Grows a wide variety of organic produce along with pasture-raised pigs and poultry. Sells through a farm store, wholesale market, and retail stores. One of the most established certified organic operations in Otsego County.
Full-service natural and organic grocery store, family-owned since 2004. Carries 100% organic produce, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options alongside local cheeses, meats, dairy, and baked goods. Stocks local products including Mill Hollow Maple syrup and seasonal farm items. One of the few true health food grocers serving rural Otsego County.
Historic water-powered cider mill operating since 1856 on the banks of Fly Creek, three miles from Cooperstown. Named Nation's Best Cidery 2024 by USA Today. Produces fresh-pressed sweet cider on original equipment alongside artisan foods including extra-sharp New York cheddar, Mill-made butter-cream fudge, salsas, and barbecue sauces in the expansive Mill Store Marketplace. Self-guided mill tours daily. The Fly Creek Cider Mill Farm Winery (separate listing) offers tastings of hard ciders, apple wines, and spirits overlooking the Millpond. Family destination with Tractorland, Gemstone Mining, and the popular Duck Racer; on-site Snack Barn restaurant serves farm-fresh fare.
A 130-acre family-owned fruit farm and CSA bordering Cherry Valley Creek. U-pick strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and 20+ apple varieties from July through October. Pumpkins and hayrides in fall. CSA shares available with delivery to Oneonta Saturday markets. One of Otsego County's most diverse working orchards with 10,000 apple trees.
Amish-run certified organic grass-fed dairy with approximately 15 Holstein-Jersey cows, operated by Daniel Byler. Produces 100% grass-fed raw milk, raw artisan farmstead cheeses, soy-free eggs, and pasture-raised beef and pork. Farm store open Monday through Saturday. Artisan cheese and eggs also available at the Cooperstown Farmers Market on Saturdays. Call with patience — phone is in an outdoor shed.
A NOFA-NY certified organic family farm near Richfield Springs, about 15 minutes from Cooperstown in Otsego County, certified organic since 2006. Raises and sells certified organic grass-finished beef and dairy, along with pastured pork, lamb, free-range eggs, and certified organic pastured chicken and Thanksgiving turkey raised on a soy-free diet. Also grows certified organic hay, small grains, potatoes, and garlic, and offers a meat CSA with orders taken year-round. One of the longer-established certified organic operations in central New York.
A 4,000-square-foot Amish-run farm market featuring products from more than 60 local farmers, bakers, and crafters. Carries fresh local produce, meats, deli, cheese, baked items, snacks, bulk flours, pantry staples, and specialty items. Family-owned by Daniel Weaver. A rare full-service local food source for the Morris and Gilbertsville corridor.