Ferestien Farm and Feed Supply sells agricultural supplies, animal feed, wood pellets for stoves and gardening supplies. It is a family-owned business alternative to chain stores.
Sweet Meadow Farm is a family-owned farm featuring an equestrian center, gift shop and educational activities for the whole family. Feed and hay from small animals, hand-packed and pesticide-free, is also available for those with rabbits, guinea pigs or other small animals. Sweet Meadow Farm also offers horseback riding lessons and farm and animal science camps and programs for kids and their families. Birthday parties may also be scheduled, and the shop features gifts, farm-fresh eggs and flowers.
Chelmsford Agway sells lawn and garden supplies, plants, flowers, shrubs, bird food, pet supplies and farm tools. The store holds occasional informational events, such as seminars on how to raise chickens in a backyard.
The Grain Store is located across the street from The Black Dog Cafe & Bakery on State Road in Vineyard Haven. Outside, the store stocks firewood, chicken coops, fencing and storage sheds. Inside, the store has a rustic, barn feel, with lots of natural wood and warm colors. Aside from gardening implements and large animal grain and feed, SBS also supplies pet food, bird feeders and food and other accessories for pets and smaller animals.