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5324 Hwy 289 Upper Stewiacke, Nova Scotia
Mon to Fri: 9AM — 5PM Sat: 9AM — 4PM

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High-Quality Heirloom Seeds Since 2016

On our 30 acre farm, we grow and sell a large selection of different heirloom, vegetable and herb seeds as well as a wonderfully large selection of flower seeds. We maintain an impressive range of unique, heirloom varieties on our farm, and a large assortment of various types of flowers that help enhance the beauty of our property as well as encourage the presence of pollinators. It is worth the trip out in the summer months to see it in all its splendor. We are happy to show you what we are up to and what is growing. We only sell seeds that we grow right here. This allows us to know their characteristics and better help make suggestions to you so you may have the best chance at a successful growing season. Our seed packages and website have growing instructions and sometimes a brief history of the seed’s origins. Any seeds you purchase from us are open pollinated. meaning you can save seed your own seed from any of the varieties you purchase from us. Shop Now.

Every fall, we germinate all the varieties that we grow and work with to be sure that they have high viability and to help maintain and protect some species that are endangered. Visit our store to see our massive selection of heirloom seeds – we ship across Canada and the United States.

About Us

Family-owned and operated for well over a decade, Cochrane Family Farm is a certified organic farm with 30 acres of river valley farmland in Upper Stewiacke, Nova Scotia. We offer a wide range of products and services and tend to a unique, bio-diverse, beautiful farm.

Come visit our country store, which features a full line of organic and local food products, as well as vegetables, seeds and herbal products straight from our farm. We have over 300 organic and natural food products in stock. At any given time, we have hundreds of heirloom open-pollinated vegetable, herb and flower seeds. To peruse our latest seed selection, visit our online store.

A Gardener’s Delight

Our garden centre opens early April and will stay open until the end of summer. We grow more than 50 different varieties of Certified Organic transplants, and offer a range of shrubs, perennial and annual flowers, berry bushes and fruit trees, climbing vines, aquatic plants, trees, garden tools, potting and soil mixes, fertilizers and more.

Tea Time

Beyond heirloom seeds, we also have a soothing selection of herbal teas. Our signature flavours include: Turmeric Ginger, Peppermint Cranberry and Festive Chai tea. Herbal teas are a great way to get the many benefits these medicinal herbs have to offer all while enjoying the pleasing flavours. We are well known for the great array of teas we offer.

The Spice of Life

Did you know that our culinary herb and spice blends are certified organic, have no fillers and are made in small batches to maintain the highest quality standards? We grow the hand tended herbs right here on the farm. Try favourites like our Steak spice, Italian Blend and Savory Herb Blend.

All-Natural Herbal Remedies

Maybe you’re more interested in soothing your skin after a dry winter or want the right herbal remedies for you and your family. Our locally made, all-natural herbal line includes lip balm, moisturizer, salves, herbal oils, topical health care, select tinctures and more. Of the many different products we offer, all of them are made in small batches for quality control. Most of the herbal ingredients are grown right here on the farm. Have questions don’t hesitate to contact us and speak directly with the people who grow it and make it

    
 
 
        
   T D 
 2024-09-24
 
 
  Already looking forward to this years Christmas event. It’s been a long time since Christmas shopping put me in the spirit of the season like this does. I gave Cochrane seeds, spices and teas for Christmas last year and they were a huge hit.
  
 
       
   Brooke Edwards 
 2024-09-23
 
 
  We love Cochrane Family Farm! There is a wide variety of fresh produce, house made teas, herbs and spices and it's all certified organic. You can even get local cheeses, snacks and baking items. I highly recommend stopping at their store if you are going by as there's lots of high quality products at a very reasonable price. We recently signed up for their loyalty program and it has been super worth it. Definitely recommend.
  
 
       
   Corrine 
 2024-07-02
 
 
  So much here! It's a hidden gem the owners are wonderful and Frank knows everything plants!
  
 
       
   Stephanie MacArthur 
 2024-06-23
 
 
  Best gardening workshops for beginners and enthusiasts, organic no spray, the best seeds grown on their farm. Very friendly and easy to ask questions. Reasonable prices for high-quality plants. It makes a difference the plants are actually grown on their farm.
  
 
       
   stella boutilier 
 2024-06-09
 
 
  Great service. Bought strawberry plants. He told me stuff about the plant. He picked them out for me.  Very healthy plants.  Great place to go .
  
 
       
   Dave Olding 
 2023-08-04
 
 
  Great spot. To bad most of crop this year lost due to floods but still a good selection of tea, balms, herbs etc
Highly recommended.
  
 
       
   Lara P 
 2023-07-16
 
 
  My fiancé and I had the pleasure of visiting a few days ago. We had a great time touring the farm and learning about the plants and life in Nova Scotia from Frank. The farm is beautiful and their store is wonderful with organic seeds, cheeses, teas, ointments, etc. Thank you so much for taking the time to show us around, Frank! We’ll be back!
  
 
       
   Tracy Paugh 
 2023-04-23
 
 
  Visited the Cochrane family farm yesterday and was so impressed with all the wonderful products they have and beautiful plants.  Really enjoyed as well speaking to Lisa an Frank and their daughter such friendly informative people.  We will forsure be back! :)
  
 
       
   Julia Ferdinand 
 2022-12-17
 
 
  This is an amazing place to visit. Quality products and knowledgeable and friendly owner. I highly recommend visiting.

The Perfect Gift

If you have an avid gardener in your life or someone who loves local, organic products, we offer gift certificates, as well as gift boxes featuring a trio or 6-pack of herbal teas or spice mixes. You can even get one of our three different seed gift packs from our flower collection, herb collection, or kitchen collection each featuring six unique varieties.

Hands-on Learning

Usually hosted from February to September, once or twice a month, these intensive, interactive workshops with hands on skill building are a great learning opportunity. Spend a day surrounded by like-minded people, immersed in the beauty and bounty Cochrane Family Farm has to offer. These workshops are a game changer for those attending, you can check out our testimonials page to get a glimpse of how we have helped people. You can follow us on Facebook and Instagram to find out about our latest offerings or check out our link Workshops to see complete list. They fill up fast.

Farm Fresh Produce

If you’re interested in our freshly grown, certified organic produce, ask about our year-round customer loyalty program that we have been running since 2011 (formerly called CSA). The offerings vary depending on the time of year and what we’re currently growing. Through this program you can get weekly deliveries to select areas of anything we grow or carry in our store. No hidden or administration fees, no penalties for missing weeks, order what you want, when you want and take advantage of the Loyalty member benefits and specials. For more info click here.

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The Farm

Cochrane Family Farm is 30 acres of organic certified farmland, featuring a unique country store with a full line of organic and local food products, our vegetables, heirloom seeds and herbal products and a seasonal garden centre.

Organic & Natural Food Products

We are fully stocked with a great variety of over 300 organic and natural food products.

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Cochrane Family Farm

5324 Hwy 289 Upper Stewiacke, Nova Scotia

Store Hours

Monday to Friday: 9AM — 5PM
Saturday: 9AM — 4PM
Sunday: Seasonal when Garden Centre is open 11AM – 4PM

Come see us on Nov 30th 11am to 4pm for our 11th annual "Christmas at the Farm" Social & Market