MOTHER EARTH FOOD
About Mother Earth Food
Mother Earth Food immerses you in the essence of Appalachian flavors, responsibly sourced from local farms. Our year-round online farmer's market experience delivers the unique tastes of Western North Carolina's agricultural community to your doorstep. About Mother Earth Food: Established in 2012, we cultivate strong connections between customers and local producers. Committed to easy access to locally grown produce, our enduring relationships with farm partners ensure top-quality goods. Going beyond the ordinary, we offer responsibly grown produce, humanely raised meats, sustainably sourced fish and seafood, baked goods, dairy, beverages, pantry items, prepared meals, and more. Our mission centers on responsibly grown and sustainable practices, contributing to a resilient local food system. Local Heroes: Supporting local farmers like Ivy Creek Family Farm, Wild East Farm, TendWell Farm, Clem's Organic Gardens, R Farm, and Gaining Ground Farm, Mother Earth Food encourages individuals to nourish themselves with responsibly grown, fresh food. Customers actively contribute to building a more robust and resilient food system by ordering online with Mother Earth Food and enjoying home delivery throughout the year. Community Partners and Programs: We champion impactful initiatives like ASAP's Farm Fresh for Health Program and provide increased access to fresh produce. As supporting partners in the Healthy Opportunities Pilot (HOP) Program, we address holistic health needs with evidence-based services, including local produce tailored for Medicaid recipients. Our Multi-Farm Share CSA program also caters to schools, businesses, and organizations, offering diverse seasonal produce directly sourced from local farms to improve workplace and cultural wellness. Join Mother Earth Food in our mission to support local farms and foster a thriving local food community, promoting responsibly grown and sustainable practices. Savor the richness of our region and contribute to a healthier, more connected community.
CONTACT
ONLINE ORDERING AND PRE-ORDER DETAILS
Online Ordering:
At Mother Earth Food, we've crafted a simple and convenient ordering process to ensure you enjoy the freshest, locally sourced goodness. Orders can be placed on our website, www.motherearthfood.com. You have the option for home delivery or pick up at our West Asheville warehouse. Here are the details: Ordering Window: Every Friday at noon, our ordering window opens, welcoming you to explore and select your favorite items. Ordering Deadlines: For Tuesday orders cut-off is Sunday at 11:30 PM For Wednesday orders cut-off is Monday at 11:30 PM For Thursday orders cut-off is Tuesday at 11:30 PM For Friday orders cut-off is Wednesday at 11:30 PM For Saturday orders cut-off is Thursday at 11:30 PM Cut-Off Time: Our order cut-off time is firm to ensure that we can promptly coordinate with our farmers and vendors, securing the best products for you. Email Invoice: As the ordering window closes, an email invoice will be sent summarizing your selections. Customization Note: Please be aware that customization for upcoming orders becomes available when the order window opens. Customer Care: Our dedicated customer care team is here to help if you have any questions or need assistance. Feel free to reach out at any time to [email protected]. Thank you for being part of the Mother Earth Food community. Your support enables us to bring you the finest, locally sourced products. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving you! We also offer discounted produce boxes at our West Asheville location, every Friday from 10-6 and Saturday from 9-12, with cash, card & EBT welcome for payment.
Delivery:
Mother Earth Food offers delivery throughout Asheville, NC. See our delivery areas on our website, www.motherearthfood.com to see if we can deliver to your home or work. We also offer pick up at our West Asheville warehouse. Minimum orders are $20, and delivery is free for orders over $75.
Pickup Options:
We offer pick up at our West Asheville warehouse, 29 Hawk Hill Road, Asheville, NC 28806 during the following hours: Tuesday: 10AM to 3PM Wednesday: 10AM to 3PM Thursday: 10AM to 3PM Friday: 12PM to 6PM Saturday: 9AM to 12PM We also offer drop spots for selected schools, businesses and organizations through our Multi-Farm Share CSA program. Contact [email protected] if you are interested!
PURCHASING
We purchase from the following
Farms in this Guide
TendWell Farm Ivy Creek Family Farm Hickory Nut Gap Sunburst Trout Farms Three Graces Dairy Gaining Ground Farm Wehrloom Honey and Essentials R Farm Colfax Creek Farm Clem's Organic Gardens Black Trumpet Farm Wild East Farm
Additional Farms
- Firsthand Foods
- Wild Salmon Co.
Distributors In Our Directory
Additional Distributors:
- Happy Dirt
- Firsthand Foods
PRODUCTS OFFERED
Artisan Foods
baked goods, beer, bread, charcuterie, cider, corn meal, dried fruits, flour, grits, hard cider, honey, hot sauce, jam, preserves, mead, pickles, salad dressing, salsa, sodas, teas, vinegar
Dairy & Eggs
butter, cheese, duck eggs, eggs, goat cheese, milk, quail eggs, yogurt
Fruits & Berries
apples, asian pears, black raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, cantaloupes, cherries, elderberries, figs, grapes, melons, muscadines, nectarines, paw paws, peaches, pears, persimmons, plums, raspberries, strawberries, watermelons
Grains
buckwheat, millet, popcorn, rice
Herbs
dried herbs, fresh herbs
Meat, Fish & Fowl
beef, bison, chicken, lamb, other fish, pork, trout, turkey
Specialty Products
candles, salves, soap
Sprouts
sprouts
Vegetables
arugula, asian greens, asparagus, beets, broccoli, brussels sprout, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celeriac, celery, chiles, collards, cucumber, daikon, eggplant, garlic, ginger, green beans, green onions, hot peppers, kale, kohlrabi, leeks, lettuce, microgreens, mushrooms, mustard greens, okra, onions, parsnips, peas, pole beans, potatoes, pumpkins, radish, ramps, rhubarb, rutabagas, salad greens, salad mix, shallots, shell beans, spinach, summer squash, sun chokes, sweet corn, sweet peppers, sweet potato, swiss chard, tomatillos, tomatoes, turnips, winter squash
PAYMENT METHOD
Credit/Debit
EBT/SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
WHOLESALE LOCAL FOOD GUIDE LISTING
We're listed in ASAP's Wholesale Local Food Guide, ASAP's Farm to Business Trade Directory.
RETAIL HOURS
Store Hours
- Tue. 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Wed. 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Thu. 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Fri. 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Sat. 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
