Fresh From the Field, Right to Your Table

The Yellow River Farms market store carries vegetables, herbs, fruit, plants, and mums grown right here along the Yellow River harvested at peak ripeness and available through the spring-to-fall growing season.

Shopping at a family farm stand means you're getting produce that was in the ground just hours ago. There's no warehouse, no shipping, and no middleman between the field and your table. The Scherf family tends every row themselves and brings every harvest to the stand with their own hands, so what you buy is exactly what they grew. Picked at peak ripeness instead of days early to survive a long truck ride, it simply tastes better, the way produce used to taste before it had to travel hundreds of miles to reach a grocery shelf.



Every season brings something new: spring greens and early berries, summer's sweet corn and tomatoes, and fall's winter squash and pumpkins. Beyond fresh produce, the market also carries pantry staples like handmade jams, local honey, and pumpkin butter, perfect for stocking your kitchen all season long.

Fresh vegetables at the Yellow River Farms market stand

Vegetables & Fresh Herbs

Every vegetable and herb in our market stand is grown on Yellow River Farms' own fields, just down the road from where you're shopping. We harvest in-season and bring it straight to the stand — you'll taste the difference that same-day freshness makes.

  • Corn — sweet, farm-grown, harvested at peak
  • Tomatoes — slicing and eating varieties
  • Canning Tomatoes — perfect for home preserving
  • Onions — yellow and other in-season varieties
  • Fresh Herbs — selection changes with the season
  • Other In-Season Vegetables — ask at the stand for what's freshest today

Availability changes week to week as harvests come in stop in often or check back to see what's freshest right now.

Fruit & Specialty Produce

Our orchard and specialty fruit offerings are a true highlight of the summer and early fall market season ripe, bursting with flavor, and available in limited quantities while in season. When these fruits are ready, there's nothing like them fresh off the farm.

  • Apples — local orchard varieties, great for snacking and baking
  • Peaches — summer stone fruit, sweet and tree-ripened
  • Muskmelon — juicy, fragrant, a Midwestern summer classic

Arrive early during peak weeks  fruit quantities are limited and the best ones go fast. Peaches and apples also make excellent preserves alongside our canning tomatoes; check out our pantry items for jams, honey, and more ready-made options to take home.

Peaches, apples, and muskmelon at the Yellow River Farms market

Harvest the Best of Fall

Fall is one of the most beautiful times to visit Yellow River Farms. Browse our farm market for fresh, locally grown produce, choose from a colorful selection of vibrant fall mums, and make your way to the pumpkin patch to pick the perfect pumpkin. Whether you're decorating your home, preparing seasonal meals, or creating family traditions, you'll find everything you need to celebrate autumn at the farm.

Garden vegetable transplants and seedlings at Yellow River Farms

Pick Your Own Pumpkin Patch

No fall visit to Yellow River Farms is complete without exploring our pumpkin patch. Wander through the field and enjoy the tradition of picking your own pumpkin straight from the vine.

Fall mums in harvest colors at Yellow River Farms

Fall Mums

Brilliant fall chrysanthemums in warm harvest colors perfect for porches, planters, and autumn decorating. Available throughout the fall season alongside the pumpkin patch.

Garden vegetable transplants and seedlings at Yellow River Farms

Farm Fresh Produce

The Scherf family plants, tends, and harvests each crop on the farm along the banks of the Yellow River, so produce reaches the market at peak ripeness rather than sitting in transit.

Common Questions About the Farm Stand

Everything you need to know before your visit to the Yellow River Farms market store.

  • When is the farm stand open?

    Yellow River Farms operates a spring-to-fall season, typically opening in late spring as the first crops come in and running through the fall harvest. Hours and open days can vary week to week depending on the season, so we encourage you to confirm current hours before making the trip. The best way to check is to contact the farm directly. You can find us at 8535 E State Rd 8, approximately four miles east of Knox, Indiana, along the Yellow River.

  • What produce is available right now?

    Our selection changes week to week based on what's in season and ready to harvest — that's the nature of a working farm. Core items include sweet corn, tomatoes, beets, onions, and fresh herbs in the summer months, with apples, peaches, and muskmelon at their respective peak times in mid-to-late summer and early fall. The best way to know what's freshest is to stop in and see for yourself, or reach out to the farm for the most current availability.

  • Do you sell plants and flowers too?

    Yes  in addition to vegetables and fruit, Yellow River Farms grows and sells seasonal mums. Our fall mums are a favorite each season, and we carry garden vegetables. Selection varies by time of year, so ask at the stand to see what's in stock on your visit.

  • Can I buy in bulk for canning?

    Absolutely canning tomatoes are specifically offered for home preservers, and we often have quantities available for those putting up tomatoes for the winter. If you're looking for ready-made preserves to stock your pantry, our farm pantry line includes jellies, jams, local honey, and pumpkin butter. Visit our Farm Pantry page for the full pantry selection and details.

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  • Is the farm easy to find?

    Yes — Yellow River Farms is located at 8535 E State Rd 8, about four miles east of Knox along the Yellow River in Starke County, Indiana. We serve Knox and the surrounding communities throughout the growing season. For full directions, a map, and contact information, visit our About & Contact page.
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