Bulk Herbs From Small Farms

I first published this list in 2018. I turn to it every time I need to restock my cabinet with herbs I have not grown or foraged myself. Last month I perused it to pick up nettle, chamomile, and raspberry leaf grown in my region and my transition-to-spring daily infusions have been singing ever since.

Based on web view counts, this is one of the most popular resources I have ever shared on the internet. I am moving the list here from my website and freshening it up. I deleted any farms that are no longer active and made all of the links clickable.

I hate to be the one to tell you this (no I don’t): if you are buying your bulk dried herbs from a large retailer, there is a significant chance they sat around in storage for a long period before making their way to your shelf. Even if the herbs are labeled organic, the warehouses where they are kept might be sprayed with pesticides to limit product loss. Herbs that are fresh or freshly dried are more potent and taste better.

What is the purpose of the list?

• Connect people with herb farms that sell bulk dried and/or fresh herbs

• Improve access to high quality bulk herbs

• Reduce emissions by shortening shipping distances

• Help farmers connect with people nearby who want bulk herbs

How to get on the list:

• Be a farm that uses earth-friendly practices to grow and sell bulk herbs

• Nominate yourself or another farm in the comments

Virginia
Gathered Threads Farm