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John and Mildred Hilgert began Hilgert's Berry Farm in 1941. As their nine children grew, so did the farm. They raised seasonal produce, which was harvested by local teenagers and neighbors and sold to Akron stores and restaurants at the Farmers' Market. In the early 60s they opened their strawberry fields to the public, becoming one of the first U-Pick farms in Portage County.
In 1981 their oldest son Robert, along with his wife Karen and their four children, took over the day to day management of the farm. A Farm Market was opened, housed in the farm's century-old barn. Today Hilgert's Farm & Market, still family owned and operated, consists of three interdependent areas:
The Farm Market, specializing in the freshest OHIO produce possible, mostly Hilgert-grown, supplemented with produce from other local growers.
The U-Pick fields, which have been expanded to over 100 acres, with many varities of vegetables in addition to strawberries and red raspberries. Crops vary with the weather, and not all crops are available at all times. Call for current field conditions or check out Now Picking.
A Wholesale Barn, offering bulk produce to local stores and other markets.
As we begin the new millenium let Hilgert's Farm & Market
grow for you! Tell us what you
are looking for, as most of our crops are a direct response
to customer requests. Bring your canning and freezing questions
to our Farm Market staff or ask for harvesting and preparation
tips. We encourage you to take one of our Behind-the-Scenes
tours, available upon request with advance notice. Come
learn how your favorite foods are grown. Children are always
welcome with adult supervision. We look forward to meeting
you.
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