Hess Farms is a family farm located in Franklin County, Pennsylvania. The current farm was started in 1985 when the family purchased a u-pick berry farm. The farm continued to grow and now, three Hess brothers run the day-to-day operation which includes a wholesale business, a packing house and a retail stand. Hess Farms is best known for the variety of produce items they grow: squash, strawberries, peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, pumpkins, plums, sour cherries and peaches. The Hess farm believes this diversity of crops mitigates risk. As they expand the operation from their current 220 acres, they hope to grow a greater variety of vegetables.
“There is a reward in tilling up a piece of land, overcoming challenges, and getting product to the box stage.” – Harlan Hess