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Fruit Ridge Country Markets
501-C3 that promotes the ag business on the “Fruit Ridge.” About “the Ridge” Fruit Ridge or “the Ridge” is a topographical land feature located NW of Grand Rapids, Michigan and considered to be an agricultural mecca. The
About Fruit Ridge Country Markets
501-C3 that promotes the ag business on the “Fruit Ridge.” About “the Ridge” Fruit Ridge or “the Ridge” is a topographical land feature located NW of Grand Rapids, Michigan and considered to be an agricultural mecca. The glaciers of long ago left behind gently rolling slopes. The deposits were fertile clay loam soils with excellent moisture holding qualities that provided great soil and terrain for the growing of premium fruits, vegetables and the raising of livestock, including buffalo. Approximately 8 miles wide by 20 miles long, the Fruit Ridge is regarded as one of the prime fruit-growing regions in the world. Elevations greater than 800 feet and its location (about 25 miles from Lake Michigan), creates a unique climate (ideal growing and moderate winters) for fruit production. The Ridge supplies 60% of the states (Michigan) apples. An estimated 66% of the Ridge lies in Kent County, all within 20 miles of downtown Grand Rapids. “The Ridge” is an area of 158 square miles (8 miles wide and 20 miles long) covering 7 townships and 4 counties: Kent (Alpine, Sparta, Tyrone), Newago (Ashland), Muskegon (Casnovia) and Ottawa (Chester and Wright).
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Delivery & pickup
Specialties
- bakery
- bison
- farm beverage
- flowers
- fruit
- honey
- maple
- meat
- orchard
- produce
- sourdough
- vegetables
Categories
- CSA
- farm store
- Online store
- Pickup
- CSA shares
- Flowers
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Frequently asked
Where is Fruit Ridge Country Markets?
Fruit Ridge Country Markets is located in Sparta. Address: 1185 9 Mile Road Northwest, Sparta, 49345. See the map on this page for directions.
Does Fruit Ridge Country Markets deliver?
Fruit Ridge Country Markets is pickup-only. Drive to the farm during their hours (August – November, Monday-Saturday 9-6 Celebrating a 158 year-old family farm tradition. Fruits and vegetables in season. Step into our fields and experience selected U-Pick including tomatoes, peppers, beans, pickles, pumpkins and more. Categories: Farm MarketEvent/AttractionAc...) to pick up.
What does Fruit Ridge Country Markets sell?
Specialties: bakery, bison, farm beverage, flowers, fruit, honey, maple, meat, orchard, produce, sourdough, vegetables. Products: Apples, Apricots, Bison (website derived), Blackberries, Blueberries, Cherries. They offer a CSA share. Categories: CSA shares, Flowers.
How do I contact Fruit Ridge Country Markets?
Phone: (616) 293-4727. Email: info@fruitridgemarket.com. Website: https://www.fruitridgemarket.com/. You can also open the farm in the live directory and use the Get directions button.