Nantucket Farmers

insitu nursery on nantucket — In Situ Native Plant Nursery. – Photo by Sheny Leon

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A photographic tour of the people, places, and hard work behind Nantucket's local food system.

On a bright June day, we spent time at a few local farms to capture a snapshot of a day in the life of Nantucket’s food community. From the first turn of the soil to the peak of the growing season, this is a look at the farmers who sustain us — and the quiet, demanding, and rewarding work of feeding our island.

Moors End Farm

moors end farm entrance — The family-run farm at 40 Polpis Road has been part of Nantucket’s agricultural landscape since 1975, when it was founded by the Slosek family. – Photo by Sheny Leon

sam slosek at moors end farm — Owner Sam Slosek in the greenhouse. Moors End Farm grows and harvests more than 40 varieties of fruits and vegetables on its 25 acres throughout the year. – Photo by Sheny Leon

strawberries from moors end farm — From kale and zucchini to a wide range of summer staples, Moors End produces tomatoes, corn, peppers, lettuce, arugula, eggplant, asparagus, fennel, okra, and more. – Photos by Sheny Leon

eggs from moors end farm — From kale and zucchini to a wide range of summer staples, Moors End produces tomatoes, corn, peppers, lettuce, arugula, eggplant, asparagus, fennel, okra, and more. – Photos by Sheny Leon

a man holding kale on moors end farm — Moors End Farm staffers William Rowe and Kip Buccino in the fields and farmstand, where much of the island’s seasonal produce is sold directly to the community. – Photos by Sheny Leon

a man in the field at moors end farm — Moors End Farm staffers William Rowe and Kip Buccino in the fields and farmstand, where much of the island’s seasonal produce is sold directly to the community. – Photos by Sheny Leon

My Grandfather’s Farm

Tom Larrabee Jr. and his son, Nick Larrabee, at My Grandfather’s Farm — Run by Tom Larrabee Jr. and his son, Nick Larrabee, My Grandfather’s Farm spans 15 acres at 101 Hummock Pond Road. – Photo by Sheny Leon

chickens — A flock of chickens keeps the farm stocked with fresh eggs all summer long. The farm truck is filled Wednesday through Saturday and set out at 9 each morning, then brought back in once the eggs sell out — which often happens quickly. If you're hoping to grab a dozen (or two), arrive early. – Photo by Sheny Leon

a giant tree on grandfather farm — The land has been in the Larrabee family for five generations, with each generation building on the legacy of those who came before. – Photo by Sheny Leon

a goat on grandfather farm — In addition to chickens, vegetables, and flowers, My Grandfather's Farm is also home to several goats. – Photo by Sheny Leon

my grandfather's farm shirts — The message on their T-shirts says it all: “It’s not work if you love what you’re doing.” – Photo by Sheny Leon

Sustainable Nantucket

Sustainable Nantucket's honor-system farmstand — Several farms operate as independent businesses at Sustainable Nantucket's Community Farm at 168 Hummock Pond Road. Located on Land Bank–owned Mt. Vernon Farm, the site is also home to Sustainable Nantucket's honor-system farmstand, where visitors can purchase produce from each farm. – Photo by Sheny Leon

Eat Fire Farm

eat fire farm greenhouse — Owned by Dylan and Caroline Wallace, Eat Fire Farm cultivates fresh herbs, perennials, and specialty crops. They also produce solar evaporated sea salt, and local pasture-raised meat. Dylan Wallace (pictured) is one of Sustainable Nantucket’s mentor farmers who helps train other growers on the community farm. – Photo by Sheny Leon

Washashore Farm

dan southy on washashore farm — Founded by Dan Southey in 2016, Washashore Farm is a regenerative farm dedicated to organic methods. Find fresh vegetables, honey, and fresh duck eggs at the farmstand every day. – Photos by Sheny Leon

ducks on washashore farm — Founded by Dan Southey in 2016, Washashore Farm is a regenerative farm dedicated to organic methods. Find fresh vegetables, honey, and fresh duck eggs at the farmstand every day. – Photos by Sheny Leon

Fog Town Farm

zucchini's growing at fog town farm — Founded in 2019, Aidan and Natasha Feeney run Fog Town Farm, specializing in growing salad crops, root vegetables, tomatoes, and numerous other seasonal vegetables. – Photos by Sheny Leon

lettuce at fog town farm — Founded in 2019, Aidan and Natasha Feeney run Fog Town Farm, specializing in growing salad crops, root vegetables, tomatoes, and numerous other seasonal vegetables. – Photos by Sheny Leon

In Situ Native Plant Nursery

insitu nursery on nantucket — The newest addition to Sustainable Nantucket's Community Farm is Leah Mojer's In Situ Native Plant Nursery. Native plants provide habitat for pollinators and other beneficial insects, improve soil health, and help build resilient ecosystems that support local agriculture. – Photo by Sheny Leon

Bartlett’s Farm

bartlett's farm on nantucket — Established in 1843, Bartlett's Farm is one of Nantucket's oldest and largest family-owned farms. Now in its seventh generation, the farm cultivates more than 125 acres. – Photo by Sheny Leon

tractor on bartlett's farm — Located at 33 Bartlett Farm Road, Bartlett's Farm is home to the island's only Certified Organic fields and is working to transition the rest of its farmland to organic certification. – Photos by Sheny Leon

tractor on bartlett's farm — Located at 33 Bartlett Farm Road, Bartlett's Farm is home to the island's only Certified Organic fields and is working to transition the rest of its farmland to organic certification. – Photos by Sheny Leon

bartlett's farm — Best known for its abundant outdoor harvests — especially sweet corn and tomatoes — Bartlett's Farm also operates 39 greenhouses that produce ornamental plants, organic greens, and experimental crops year-round. – Photo by Sheny Leon

sustainable nantucket farm map — – Photo courtesy of Sustainable Nantucket

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July 31, 2026

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July 31, 2026

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