ABOUT PARKESDALE FARM MARKET The legacy that is now known as Parkesdale Farms began when company founder R.E. ( Roy ) Parke, Jr. emigrated from Northern Ireland to Pennsylvania in 1924 with his family. Roy's father continued to pursue a vocation in farming after arriving in America with his family. In 1956, the family relocated to Plant City, FL, which was recognized throughout the country as the prime location for growing winter vegetables and strawberries. Thus the first 10 acres of Parkesdale strawberry crops had been planted! Over the years, Roy and his own family took on the farm with a zest for hard work and a keen knowledge of agricultural and business practices. They expanded the farm into hundreds of acres of the finest strawberries, citrus, and vegetables available anywhere in the country. Parkesdale also added their own plant nurseries, which hold four extensive greenhouses, where they produce over a million vegetables and flowering plants annually. In February 1969 Roy's daughter Cheryl and her husband Jim Meeks opened our Parkesdale Farm Market, and can still be found talking to customers daily. What began as a small farm market has continued to grow and expand into the largest Strawberry, Citrus, and Produce Market in Florida! Many of our customers come from right here in Plant City and the surrounding areas, who wish to buy fresh produce that the local supermarket simply can't compete with in price or freshness. Not surprisingly, though, a large portion of our clientele spans the country from families to corporate businesses. Through compliments and positive reviews from our customers, the word has spread that Parkesdale Farms offers produce and customer service that is unsurpassed.
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mokie2

01/25/2008

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A Must Visit

A must see and eat, the best strawberry shortcake you have ever had bar none. and sevice is so fast. and shopping is very good for vegetables and food items.

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ceceetrick

03/16/2007

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A local favorite of mine

A great place to enjoy fresh strawberries and fresh produce and plants. I always visit when I'm in Florida on vacation. Has been a favorite of mine for several years.

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Hours
Regular Hours
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Tue - Sun:
Extra Phones

Fax: 813-752-4005

TollFree: 888-311-1701

Phone: 813-754-2704

Payment method
amex, master card, visa
Neighborhoods
Improvement League Of Plant City, Improvement League of Plant City
Categories
Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts, Dessert Restaurants, Grocery Stores
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