Local Farms
Residents have passionately protected New Milford’s farming heritage. In 2006, the New Milford Farmland & Forest Preservation Committee was established. It’s charged with preserving working farmlands with funding support from the Town, individuals, and the Connecticut Department of Agriculture’s Preservation of Development Rights (PDR) Program. The Preservation Committee created and succeeded in implementing New Milford’s right-to-farm ordinance, the first in Litchfield County and the second in Connecticut.
The Town has nearly 2,700 acres supporting various agricultural, livestock and dairy initiatives.
Local Farms
Visit Our Farms
New Milford farms provide locally grown produce, educational opportunities, and a glimpse into the Town’s past. Visitors can gain a deeper appreciation for the Town’s agricultural roots by exploring one of the many local farms and experiencing firsthand the hard work and dedication that goes into producing food for the community. Click here for a map of our farms.
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Sullivan Farm
Sullivan Farm, established in 1841, lies along the Route 202 corridor. Purchased by the Town almost 30 years ago, the 100+-acre property is managed by a nonprofit organization that runs a local farm stand, youth educational programs, and the Great Brook Sugar House. Visitors can tour the farm, which grows crops, including corn, tomatoes, pumpkins and squash, and learn about sustainable farming practices and maple sugaring. Sullivan Farm strives to provide a place to expand youth awareness of their relationship with the environment and agriculture.
New Milford Barn Quilt Trail
The New Milford Barn Quilt Trail honors the Town’s rich agricultural history and the resurgence of family farms in New Milford. Follow the map to view 19 antique and vintage barns and historical buildings around New Milford adorned with colorful quilt patterns hand-painted on large weather-resistant blocks. It is the first barn quilt trail established in Connecticut.
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