Denise Barstow Manz 
In honor of National Bird Day, we are highlighting one of our favorite winter birds that frequents the farm. They don’t need much highlighting, the Northern Cardinal stands out on his own against the white, gray, and brown of a New England winter! Cardinals are year round residents in Massachusetts. Their powerful beaks crack open … Read more
In honor of Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery’s 10 Year Anniversary, celebrate with us all of 2018 on the 10th of every month! We’ve put together a series of mini events and giveaways throughout the year to thank our customers, regulars, supporters, friends, and family! Some of these events are still in their planning stages. … Read more
Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery celebrates our 10th Anniversary in 2018! Amidst a crashing milk market and a struggling economy in the early 2000s, the Barstow’s were faced with a choice, get out of agriculture, or diversify. And with that challenge laid out in front of us, we sat down as a family to discuss … Read more
Here you will find our hours for 2018! Hours are subject to change without notice. Barstow’s events, extreme weather, and private events may impact these hours. Checking our Facebook page is the best way to keep up to date with changes to hours. January – February 2 Mon-Fri | 6am-2pm Sat-Sun | 8am-2pm New Year’s … Read more
The cold can take a lot out of you. And at the end of the day, sometimes the last thing you want to do is cook dinner. After a long day in the barn, we have no shame in pulling some homemade chili out of the freezer or cooking up a pre-made Barstow’s chicken pot … Read more
We put a lot of value on farming here in the Pioneer Valley, it’s a part of our heritage. Eating local protects open spaces, keeps dollars in the Valley, uses less fossil fuel, and supports your neighbors who have been here for generations, the farmers. Lots of farm stands remain open throughout the winter but … Read more
Orders have kept us busy all week for holiday parties, office get togethers, and staff appreciation treats! Today is the last day to order holiday desserts and side dishes for Christmas Eve pick up without baker approval. This is such a special time of year in the bakery! Cakes are topped with frosting … Read more
Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery will have extra pies available Sunday afternoon, boxed and ready for pick up. But for those of you who will be doing all the baking for your family this Christmas, stop by Barstow’s for local ingredients! 12 Holiday Baking Necessities from Barstow’s Premium steaks and roasts raised right here on … Read more
Here at Barstow’s Longview Farm everybody has a personality so everybody has a name. Calves born around the same time have names that begin with the same letter. These calves were born in the second half of November. Congratulations to our Name the Calf Contest winners! Vierna by Kathy Rivet Vanessa by April Schilling Velvet by … Read more
We’ll leave the champagne to you – but you can leave the food, the appetizers, the desserts to Barstow’s! Contact us for all of your rowdy (or low key) NYE Party needs! Cheese and cracker, veggie, or fruit platters are a classic party favorite in 12″ or 18″ sizes. Order one of our cookie, mini … Read more