Fall at the Farmstand: Why Zachry Farms Is a Local Treasure
Published on October 21, 2025
Pasture-Raised Meat, Fresh Produce, and Handmade Goods in Norton, Ohio
If you’ve ever dreamed of a place where you can pick up fresh eggs, grab a cinnamon roll, chat with a farmer, and maybe even smash a pumpkin, Zachry Farms is that place.
Tucked just off State Route 261 in Norton, Ohio, Zachry Farms is a vibrant, family-run farm featuring a well-stocked farmstand with pasture-raised meats, seasonal produce, baked goods, teas, soaps, and more. It’s not just a farm, it’s a local treasure rooted in care and community.
What You’ll Find at Zachry Farms
Zachry Farms is known for its pasture-raised chickens, turkeys, lambs, ducks, geese, and quail. Whether you’re stocking up for the holidays or just grabbing dinner, you’ll find:
- Soup chickens and broiler chickens in the porch freezer
- Frozen turkeys available by request
- Pre-orders for turkeys and lambs
- Quail and duck eggs, plus hatching eggs for chicken and quail
- Firewood bundles and racks from Omni
- Fresh produce including garlic, berries, melons, carrots, onions, and more
- Seasonal flowers and bouquets from Tallulah In Bloom
- Sourdough bread, cinnamon rolls, challah, cookies, and buttercream treats
- Local honey from Jacobs Heritage Farm
- Goat milk soaps, smoked salts, herbal teas, jams, and elderberry syrup kits
- And yes, there’s a Pumpkin Smash event every fall, because why not make farming fun?
Sharing Their Harvest
Zachry Farms helps the community grow in more ways than one. You’ll spot them around town at the Farmers Market, Cider Fest, and other local events, always sharing their harvest and spreading the word about nearby nonprofits and small businesses that make Norton special.
They even host butchering classes for those who want to learn traditional skills, and they’re always adding new offerings throughout the season.
Where to Find Zachry Farms Products
You can shop directly at the farmstand or find their goods at:
- Jacob’s Heritage Farm in Copley
- Opal Dragonfly in downtown Wadsworth
- Phoenix on Killian (blueberry jam fans, take note)
They’re also collecting socks for Friends in Tents all October, just another way they give back.
Why Local Farms Matter
Supporting farms like Zachry means more than buying fresh food. It means investing in sustainable practices, ethical animal care, and real relationships. It means knowing where your food comes from and who grew it.
So whether you’re picking up eggs, pre-ordering a turkey, or just stopping by for a cinnamon roll, Zachry Farms is ready to welcome you.
