Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Fresh Local Produce & Flowers at Buppert's Doran's Chance Farm
Buppert's Doran's Chance Farm, established in 1951 by Doran and Helen Buppert, has grown from a traditional family farm into a thriving agricultural hub in Marriottsville, Maryland. Our commitment to natural and sustainable farming practices ensures high-quality, locally grown produce, flowers, and plants for our community. We prioritize soil health through crop rotation, cover cropping, and organic pest management, aligning with Maryland's Integrated Pest Management program.Beyond farming, we offer educational programs for schools, seasonal family activities like pumpkin picking and corn mazes, and a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program to strengthen local food systems. Our team combines decades of agricultural expertise with a passion for educating customers about responsible gardening and stewardship, making Buppert's Doran's Chance Farm a trusted destination for fresh, homegrown products and community engagement.
Services
Fresh Produce
Seasonal Flowers
CSA Program
Educational Farm Tours
Fall Harvest Activities
Details
- Year established: 1951
Highlights and features
- We have been family-owned and farming sustainably since 1951.
- Our practices prioritize soil health and organic pest management.
- We offer educational programs connecting schools to agricultural science.
- Our CSA program supports local food security and community partnerships.
- We provide seasonal family activities like pumpkin picking and corn mazes.
Associations and certifications
- MDA Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program
What people say
DELICIOUS potatoes, corn, peaches
Knowledgeable and friendly staff
Homemade pickles and apple butter
Perfect place for local produce
Kids love feeding goats
Services
Fresh Produce
Buppert's Doran's Chance Farm offers a wide selection of locally grown fruits and vegetables harvested at peak freshness. Our crops include heirloom tomatoes, sweet corn, peaches, apples, and seasonal specialties like pumpkins and berries. We prioritize sustainable farming methods, ensuring nutrient-rich soil and minimal chemical use. Customers can purchase produce by the pound or in bulk for canning, supporting both home cooks and local food preservation efforts.
Seasonal Flowers
We provide annual and perennial flowers, herbs, and plants for home gardens. Selections include marigolds, petunias, zinnias, and native perennials like black-eyed Susans and peonies. Our nursery stocks herb plants such as basil, rosemary, and thyme, alongside organic gardening supplies like composted manure and mulch. These offerings cater to gardeners seeking to enhance landscapes with eco-friendly, locally sourced plants.
CSA Program
Our Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program connects members with weekly shares of seasonal produce from spring through fall. Participants invest in the farm early in the growing season, receiving fresh, diverse harvests directly from the field. This model fosters community partnerships, ensures fair pricing for farmers, and provides subscribers with hyper-local, nutrient-dense foods while supporting sustainable agriculture.
Educational Farm Tours
Buppert's Doran's Chance Farm hosts farm-based educational programs for preschool to 5th-grade students. Tours include hands-on activities like pumpkin harvesting, compost exploration, and beekeeping demonstrations. Curriculum-aligned lessons teach children about plant life cycles, soil health, and food origins. These programs emphasize outdoor learning, environmental stewardship, and connecting youth to agricultural practices through interactive, seasonally adapted experiences.
Fall Harvest Activities
During autumn, we offer pick-your-own pumpkins, hayrides, corn mazes, and family-friendly festivals. Activities include wagon rides to the pumpkin patch, picnic areas with pygmy goats, and fall decor sales like mums and gourds. These events create memorable experiences for families while celebrating local agriculture. Group bookings for birthday parties and school field trips are also available during the fall season.
Questions
What products are available at Buppert's Doran's Chance Farm?
We offer fresh fruits, vegetables, seasonal flowers, herbs, organic gardening supplies, and local products like honey and granola.
Do you accept SNAP/FMNP payments?
Yes, we accept SNAP, FMNP, Mastercard, and Visa for all our products.
Are there activities for children?
Yes! We have corn mazes, goat feeding, hayrides, and educational farm tours for kids.
What are your fall hours?
April-November: Mon-Fri 9:30am-6pm, Sat-Sun 9:30am-5pm.
How does the CSA program work?
Members pre-pay for a share of the harvest, receiving weekly seasonal produce from spring through fall.
Can I schedule a group visit?
Yes, we host school field trips, birthday parties, and family reunions with advance booking.
Reviews (5)
Betsy Turner
Oct 23, 2021
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Fantastic small farm stand with great prices. They currently have a corn maze and hayrides going on too!
TaNeya Anderson
Oct 16, 2021
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NOT TOO CROWED...STAFF VERY FRIENDLY...GOATS NICE AND HEALTHY...HAYRIDES VERY SAFE, EXCITING FOR THE KIDS..PRICES ARE GREAT ..WHEN YOU PAY FOR YOUR TICKET YOUR PUMPKIN IS INCLUDED..WHATEVER SIZE YOU WANT YOU PICK IT..YOU CARRY IT! CORN MAZE IS AMAZING KIDS ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT
Alex Spafford
Oct 04, 2021
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My family loves Bupperts! Great selection of their own produce and produce from other local farmers! Super friendly staff. Tons of plants and flowers. Fun fall activities! They just rock.
Maria C. Rios
Aug 31, 2021
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Great place to buy fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers. We got the centerpieces for our rehearsal dinner here and they did a great job. The flowers are still fresh, ten days after the event. Great place to shop local and you might even get to feed the goats!
Max Cohn
Aug 02, 2021
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I was in the neighborhood and was recommended to stop there for produce. The selection was somewhat limited for a produce stand but what really stands out as disturbing is the $10 minimum charge policy or you get a strike charge of 50 cents. I paid my produce in cash but that seems to be a deterrent for me to return there in the future. I realize that credit cards charge per transaction but that is a cost of doing business and I think at .75 per corn it shouldnt be a problem.
