Regenerative Farms in Illinois 2026

📍 Dundee, IL

The farm store is open 10am-6pm on weekdays and 9am-5pm on weekends.

🌱 grass-fed, pasture-raised, regenerative (farm's own description)

ℹ️ The store is at the Brunner Farm location, 18N681 IL Route 31, Dundee. Orders must be picked up in those hours. The farm also delivers to the door by UPS.

📍 Matteson, IL

In the farm's own words: "On a mission to get chemical-free food into as many hands as possible while supporting the regenerative farms that grow it. Shop pasture-raised eggs, grass-finished meat, fresh greens, dairy." Alongside its own produce it carries goods from named partner farms and bakeries in Illinois, Michigan and Indiana.

🌱 pasture-raised, regenerative (farm's own description)

💵 At the farm stand: just-laid eggs $7 and local honey $11.

ℹ️ The farm stand at 6120 Sauk Trail, Matteson is available 24/7, and the market is open Wednesday to Friday 2pm to 5pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am to 2pm. The farm describes itself as one regenerative farm with an on-farm market, home delivery and a curated network of independent Midwest farms and makers, and says its food is always chemical-free.

📍 Beecher, IL

A Christmas Gathering runs December 12 from 3pm to 9pm, with a live nativity, costumed actors, farm animals and a choir.

🌱 regenerative (farm's own description)

💵 Whole milk is $5 a half gallon and plain whole milk yogurt $8.25.

ℹ️ The farmstand is open year round, Wednesday 12pm to 5pm, Thursday and Friday 9am to 5pm and Saturday 9am to 3pm.

📍 Chicago, IL

In its own words: "Advancing regenerative farming practices that restore soil health, increase food security, and preserve Black agricultural traditions."

🌱 regenerative (farm's own description)

📍 Lake Zurich, IL

Illinois MarketMaker, the find-a-farm directory the Illinois Department of Agriculture points to, lists these ways to buy direct: on-farm sales, a farm market, selling at farmers markets, online ordering. Products as published in that directory: Garlic, Pumpkins. The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: With a heart for restoration and healing, Buona Fortuna is farming with a purpose. Based on sustainable agriculture and regenerative principles, we cultivate the flavors and experiences that create an abundant life. Growing local sustainability and abundance through naturally raised garlic, fruit, and cut flowers.

🌱 regenerative (farm's own description)

📍 Harvard, IL

Hours as published in Illinois MarketMaker: Mon-Sun 9am-7pm. Open January through November.

🌱 grass-fed, pasture-raised, regenerative (farm's own description)

📍 Stewardson, IL

In its entry in the USDA CSA directory the farm gives a share season running January to December.

🌱 regenerative, USDA organic (farm's own description)

📍 Ina, IL

Hours as published in Illinois MarketMaker: Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:30pm; Sat 9am-4pm. Open January through November.

🌱 grass-fed, no-spray, non-GMO, pasture-raised, regenerative (farm's own description)

ℹ️ Payment listed: cash, personal checks, debit card/credit card.

📍 Downs, IL

Illinois MarketMaker, the find-a-farm directory the Illinois Department of Agriculture points to, lists these ways to buy direct: a CSA. Products as published in that directory: Basil, Cabbage, Chicken, Eggs, Eggs & Egg Products, Greens, Herbs, Kale, Lettuce, Meat, Poultry & Game, Microgreens, Onions, Peppers, Pork, Summer Squash, Tomatoes, Vegetables, Winter Squash. The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: We are a fully working farm, focusing on regenerative farming techniques. At Epiphany Farms, we strive to build a healthy food system by supplying our own 4 restaurants (within a 10-mile radius of the farm) and our community. Open every day from sunrise to sunset, the store is stocked with the freshest harvests, seasonal produce, and farm-fresh eggs, handpicked and gathered with care each morning. Whether you're looking for vibrant vegetables, fresh eggs, or artisanal goods, the farm store is a celebration of the land's bounty, offering guests the chance to support regenerative agriculture while enjoying nourishing, locally grown food every day.

🌱 regenerative (farm's own description)

📍 Liberty, IL

Illinois MarketMaker, the find-a-farm directory the Illinois Department of Agriculture points to, lists these ways to buy direct: on-farm sales, selling at farmers markets. Products as published in that directory: Chicken, Eggs, Eggs & Egg Products, Lamb, Meat, Poultry & Game, Pork, Rabbit, Turkey. The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: We, Brett & Emily Mathews, are Dividing Ridge Farm. Brett retired from the Army after 20 years and moved his family back to Liberty, Illinois, where his farm has been in the family since 1858. All of our products are raised by regenerative methods, meaning everything we do is designed to not only feed us, but feed the soil & ecology as well. We raise 100% grass-fed (no feed but fresh pasture forage and hay) lamb with rotational grazing practices. Following the sheep, we free range our layer hens to not only produce eggs, but to sanitize the pasture and glean leftover forage. Our layer hens eat insects, forage, worms and non-GMO feed.

🌱 grass-fed, non-GMO, regenerative (farm's own description)

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📍 Virginia, IL

Illinois MarketMaker, the find-a-farm directory the Illinois Department of Agriculture points to, lists these ways to buy direct: on-farm sales, a farm or roadside stand, selling at farmers markets. Products as published in that directory: Beans, Beef, Chicken, Cucumbers, Hot Peppers (Chili Peppers), Lettuce, Meat, Poultry & Game, Onions, Peppers, Potatoes, Radishes, Tomatoes, Vegetables, Zucchini. The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: 4th generation Father and Daughter owned and operated Regenerative Farm. We raise Pastured Pork, Grass-fed and finished Beef, Pasture raised Chicken along with Organic fruits and Vegetables using only organic methods.

🌱 grass-fed, pasture-raised, regenerative (farm's own description)

📍 Bunker Hill, IL

Illinois MarketMaker, the find-a-farm directory the Illinois Department of Agriculture points to, lists these ways to buy direct: on-farm sales, selling at farmers markets, mail order, online ordering. Products as published in that directory: Beef, Chicken, Eggs, Eggs & Egg Products, Garlic, Hot Peppers (Chili Peppers), Livestock Production Services, Meat, Poultry & Game, Mushrooms, Oyster Mushrooms, Peppers, Pumpkins, Sweet Corn, Tomatoes, Turkey, Vegetables. The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: Natural down to earth family farming. Our goal is regenerative farming using nature as our guide. We currently are growing stock gourmet Hardneck Garlic, expanding our operation and hoping to soon include a great selection of mouth watering vegetables and other natural products. Gourmet Mushrooms Grown right here on our farm. We have year round indoor producton to keep our quality and food safety at the highest levels.

🌱 regenerative (farm's own description)

ℹ️ It is listed as family-friendly.

📍 Carbondale, IL

Illinois MarketMaker, the find-a-farm directory the Illinois Department of Agriculture points to, lists these ways to buy direct: selling at farmers markets. Products as published in that directory: Carrots, Garlic, Greens, Kale, Lettuce, Microgreens, Peas, Radishes, Turnips, Vegetables. The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: Sustainable and Regenerative Agriculture in Southern Illinois focused on growing fresh leafy greens. We have whole and half hogs available for custom processing!

🌱 regenerative (farm's own description)

📍 Kirkland, IL

The farm says its bulk orders of beef and pork are ready in November, and that you can visit its farm store for smaller quantities of meat, farm grains and honey.

🌱 regenerative (farm's own description)

💵 Small-group farm tours led by the farmer are $500 per group, covering regenerative grazing and livestock integration, waterways, fencing and pasture management, and the realities of running a regenerative farm business.

ℹ️ The farm says it is committed to using regenerative practices on its farm in Clare, IL and uses decades of experience to provide a responsibly raised product. Group bookings are $500 per group.

📍 Ashland, IL

Illinois MarketMaker, the find-a-farm directory the Illinois Department of Agriculture points to, lists these ways to buy direct: on-farm sales, a farm market, selling at farmers markets, pre-order, mail order, online ordering, direct sales, retail. Products as published in that directory: Beef. The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: A 4th generation farm located in central Illinois. Our animals are raised with care in mind using regenerative farming practices. We sell beef at the Old Capitol Farmers Market - Largest producer-only Market in Illinois outside of Chicago. Outdoor market: May-October Indoor market: November-April We also sell online. We offer delivering in a 5-mile radious.

🌱 regenerative (farm's own description)

📍 Lewistown, IL

Illinois MarketMaker, the find-a-farm directory the Illinois Department of Agriculture points to, lists these ways to buy direct: on-farm sales, a farm market, direct sales. Products as published in that directory: Blackberries, Raspberries. The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: Veteran owned, regenerative practice small farm. I primarily grow raspberries and blackberries currently.

🌱 regenerative (farm's own description)

Verified 2026-08-27 against il.foodmarketmaker.com and il.foodmarketmaker.com. This farm has not published hours, prices or dates yet, so everything we hold on it is right here.

📍 Cambridge, IL

Hours as published in Illinois MarketMaker: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

🌱 grass-fed, no-spray, non-GMO, pasture-raised, regenerative (farm's own description)

ℹ️ Payment listed: cash, debit card/credit card.

📍 Findlay, IL

Hours as published in Illinois MarketMaker: Sat 10am-12pm. Open January through November.

🌱 regenerative (farm's own description)

📍 Sadorus, IL

Illinois MarketMaker, the find-a-farm directory the Illinois Department of Agriculture points to, lists these ways to buy direct: on-farm sales, pre-order, direct sales. Products as published in that directory: Eggs. The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: Stierwalt Family Farm was started by husband and wife, Derek and Maddie Stierwalt, as an addition to the family's grain farming operation and small beef herd. Madeline and Derek have strong ties to agriculture and wanted to provide a source of fresh, free range eggs to their community. Both grew up on farms with chickens and various other animals. Madeline has a Master's degree in animal science from the University of Illinois and they both value the ideals of regenerative agriculture. They cherish the opportunity raise their children with an appreciation and respect for agriculture as well. They primarily offer fresh, free range eggs but sell grass fed beef and homemade jams when available.

🌱 grass-fed, regenerative (farm's own description)

Verified 2026-08-27 against il.foodmarketmaker.com and il.foodmarketmaker.com. This farm has not published hours, prices or dates yet, so everything we hold on it is right here.