Tour de Farm Draws 500 Attendees Across St. Johns County, Showcasing Local Agriculture

• 17 April 2026
• Category: Enhance Conservation Economic Prosperity Agriculture SJC News Economic Development Events
• Tags: 2026

Inaugural-style farm tour sells out car passes, supports local farmers, and highlights St. Johns County’s agricultural heritage

Key Takeaways

• Tour de Farm 2026 in St. Johns County drew approximately 500 attendees and sold out 150 car passes, demonstrating strong community interest in local agriculture and agritourism experiences.
• Local farms and vendors saw high demand, with many selling out of products, while 65 wood-fired pizzas and 200 pounds of locally sourced potatoes highlighted the event’s focus on fresh, farm-to-table offerings.
• The event strengthened St. Johns County’s agricultural economy by promoting locally sourced products and supporting regional farmers, with ingredients funded by the Putnam-St. Johns County Farm Bureau and strong engagement across participating farms.Entire news release below.

The Tour de Farm event, held April 12 across multiple locations in St. Johns County, welcomed an estimated 500 attendees for a day of farm tours, fresh food, and hands-on agricultural experiences. The Office of Public Affairs produced a highlight reel to capture the day.

The self-guided tour featured local farms, growers, and food vendors, offering residents and visitors a unique opportunity to connect directly with the County’s agricultural community.

Event Highlights

• 150 car passes sold, reaching full event capacity
• Approximately 500 attendees participated throughout the day
• 65 wood-fired pizzas prepared fresh onsite
• 200 pounds of locally sourced potatoes prepared and served
• Multiple vendors sold out of products and food offerings

Supporting Local Agriculture

Tour de Farm emphasized the importance of buying local by featuring ingredients sourced directly from regional farms:

• Carrots from County Line Produce
• Potatoes from Parker Produce, Ben Wells Produce, and Wilson Family Farms
• Strawberries from Wesley Wells Farm and Brown’s Farm of Orange Heights

These ingredients were purchased using sponsorship funding from the Putnam-St. Johns County Farm Bureau, reinforcing the event’s mission to support local farmers and strengthen the agricultural economy.

Community Impact

Vendors reported strong engagement and sales throughout the event, with many selling out of inventory before the end of the day. Local favorite Minorcan Mike’s datil pepper products saw especially high demand, highlighting continued interest in St. Johns County’s unique agricultural heritage.

Tour de Farm provided a fun, family-friendly experience and served as an economic driver for local farms and small businesses.

What’s Next

St. Johns County staff are currently compiling post-event evaluations and will distribute a participant survey to gather feedback and identify opportunities for future events.

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