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October 25, 2025

Our Ontario pasture-raised BISON are raised by a buffalo ranch family in Grey County. Their 100% purebred plains buffalo are free-range and 100% grass-fed. Over 30 years of experience guarantee you the finest premium grade of buffalo meat products!

September 23, 2025

At Schmucker’s Fresh From The Farm, we believe in food that nourishes—not only in flavour, but in the way it’s raised, grown, and brought to your table. That’s why our 100% grass-fed beef is something we are proud to offer: beef raised on forage, not feedlots. Here’s a look at why grass-fed beef isn...

September 1, 2025

Good news—our much-missed all-beef wieners are finally back on the shelf! You may remember that earlier this year our farmer’s butcher shop suffered fire damage. While the shop was quickly rebuilt, getting the new smoker up and running took longer than anyone hoped. The wait is over: last week Wayne...

June 30, 2025

After 25 years of deeply dedicated and committed service, Jovanka has retired.


Jovanka has been a steadfast and caring presence, embodying the values that make our store such a special place for our community. Her warm spirit, tireless work, and genuine care for both her teammates and countless...

January 10, 2025

Dear valued customers:
With hearts full of gratitude, we—Jacqui and Tim—are excited to announce a new chapter for Schmucker’s Fresh From The Farm. After 28 wonderful years, we are thrilled to share that our son, David, will now be leading the family business.
 
David’s Commitment:
Having worked...

December 15, 2024

We are the FIRST PLACE winner in four categories: Best Butcher/Meat shop ~ Best Organic Food Store ~ Best Specialty Food Store ~ Best Independent Grocery Store!

Thank you for your support since 1996!

May 21, 2024

Our weekly sales are part of our commitment to you to help deal with the increasing cost of food. Sometimes the sale helps us balance inventory. Other times it is part of our efforts to make top quality local food a bit more affordable. 

While the major supermarkets' profits have increased...

November 27, 2023

On their idylic small farm 45 minutes north of Toronto, three generations of the Schmucker-Braun family raise pastured free-range chicken with local feed. From Spring through Fall.

Whole and parts:

  • Breasts, boneless.
  • Thighs, boneless.
  • Drumsticks.
  • Legs with Thighs.
  • Wings.
  • Carcasses...
October 8, 2023

We've been awarded FIRST place in:

Independent Grocery Store

Specialty Food Store

Butcher/Meat Shop

Second place in Organic Food Store

Thank you Toronto!

September 10, 2023

Sunshine, fresh air, healthy feed and natural foraging make for happy, healthy turkeys — and happy diners around your Thanksgiving table!

At Fresh From The Farm, we offer two varieties of turkey, both from small Old Order Mennonite family farms and both incredibly fresh and delicious: the tried...