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Welcome to Crosswinds Farm & Creamery!

Home of brown cows, spotted pigs, & speckled chickens!  

Fine Finger Lakes producer of artisan cheese & gelato, grass fed beef, pork, eggs, milk and more, since 2003!

NEW: Pre-order any of our products for pickup at the farm, at Ithaca Farmers' Market, Press Bay, home delivery, or shipping!
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HURRY! HOLIDAY PRE-ORDERS FOR PICKUP CLOSE 12/15/22! ORDER HERE!  

Deluxe Gift Basket

$55.00

The cream of the crop, including:

​Morning Glory Original fresh cheese (8oz)

Morning Glory Chive fresh cheese (8oz)

Butternut Baby Swiss (8oz)

Goblin Alpine Cheese (8oz)

Beef Snack Sticks (1 lb)

Our favorite crackers

Knapp Farm Fruit Jam ​http://knappfarm.net/products.html#jjp

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Cheeseboard Combo

$30.00
A 1/4 lb each of our Alpine-style cheeses, Butternut & Goblin, paired with a one-of-a-kind, beautifully handcrafted cheeseboard from our friend Bill Baker of Plum Creek Designs.
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Sweet Treat Gift Basket

$15.00
Our Morning Glory Original, nestled with Knapp Farm's Raspberry Jam and Catherine Valley Crackers.  You'll fall in love with the vibrantly fruity jam, the light tanginess of the cheese, and the crisp, clean crackers.  A delightful pick-me-up for your special someone!
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Morning Glory Sampler Pack

$20.00

One of each flavor of our Morning Glory soft cheeses: Original, Chive, & Maple. Enjoy them with our favorite crackers!

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Beef'N'Cheese Combo

$35.00
A 1/2 lb of each of our Butternut & Goblin, plus a full pound of our all-beef snack sticks.  More tender than jerky, our snack sticks are the perfect complement to our hearty, robust Alpine style cheeses.  This package is great for your next game-day party, or hiking trip, and will keep even the biggest appetite satisfied!
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Quarter, Half or Whole Freezer Beef

$100.00

Now taking reservations for whole, half, or quarter freezer beef. Steers are processed according to your specifications. After you order, you will need to fill out our cut sheet with your processing choices.

We are now taking orders for summer/fall 2022 fulfillment.

Our steers are born & raised outdoors on pasture, weather permitting and are exclusively grass fed & finished. 

Whole beef $4.00/lb HCW

Half beef $4.25/lb HCW

​Split quarter $4.50/lb HCW (hanging carcass weight)

(A split quarter means you get 1/2 of the front quarter & half of the hind - so you get a selection of all of the cuts)


Our steers average around 600 lb HCW, so the cost of a quarter is around $600.


 $100 non-refundable deposit required, with balance due at pickup. For pickup at the farm, the Ithaca Farmers Market, or other mutually agreeable location. Shipment is available at an additional charge - please contact us for a quote. Please select "PICKUP" at checkout so you are not charged for shipping.

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20 lb Freezer Filler Special

$145.00 - $170.00

A 20 lb mix of either beef, pork, or both, fresh from our farm - wait til you taste the difference!  Each box is a small share of a whole animal, including 50% ground meat (ground beef, ground pork, sausage), 1-2 roasts, and a mix of other cuts: steaks, chops, ribs, stew, etc. (No organs included unless specifically requested). Special requests honored on a first come, first served basis. 

For pickup at the farm, the Press Bay Alley Food Transfer Hub, the Ithaca Farmers Market, or other mutually agreeable location. Delivery & shipping also available - shipping will be billed separately depending on location. Please select "PICKUP" at checkout so you are not charged shipping, and include a note with your pickup/delivery/shipping choice.

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Gift Certificate

$10.00 - $100.00
Shopping for someone else but not sure what to order?  Let them choose for themselves with a gift certificate, redeemable online, at the farm, or at the Ithaca Farmers' Market.  Gift certificates can be used for any of our products: cheese, beef, pork or eggs.  Our gift certificates do not incur any additional fees and are valid for 1 year from purchase.  **When ordering, please provide both a physical & email address for each recipient.** There is $0 shipping charge for gift certificates.
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25 lb Bulk Ground Beef

$125.00

25 pounds of our tasty, 100% grass fed ground beef, in ~1 lb packages, at $5.00/lb. A great deal for stocking up! 

​Available for pickup at the farm, the Press Bay Alley Food Transfer Hub, the Ithaca Farmers' Market, or other mutually agreeable location. Shipping available at additional charge - please contact us for a quote. Please select PICKUP at check out so you are not charged for shipping.  

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The Basic Cheese Board

$90.00 - $210.00

The Basic Cheese Board is simple, but sophisticated and features three enticing Crosswinds Farm & Creamery cheeses and two varieties of hearty and rustic Catherine Valley Crackers.


Small platters serve 25-30 ~ Medium platters serve 55-60 ~ Large platters serve up to 85 people

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The Traditional Cheese Board

$120.00 - $295.00

Our Signature Platter features four unique varieties of Crosswinds Farm & Creamery cheeses and is accompanied by two varieties of complementing Catherine Valley Crackers crackers, dried fruit, and nuts.


Small platters serve 25-30 ~ Medium platters serve 55-60 ~ Large platters serve up to 85 people

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The Finger Lakes Cheese Board

$150.00 - $380.00

This regional platter presents a thoughtful and elegant selection of four cheeses including two Crosswinds Farm & Creamery cheeses, two cheeses from neighboring Finger Lakes creameries, accompanied by two Catherine Valley Cracker varieties, colorful seasonal fruit, and local honey or jam pairings.


Small platters serve 25-30 ~ Medium platters serve 55-60 ~ Large platters serve up to 85 people

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"Hi guys! Heather here from The Piggery. I just wanted to tell you that I'm obsessed with your swiss cheese and eat it almost daily with our ham or turkey for a super tasty sandwich. Keep up the great work!!! I rave about it to my customers all the time!"
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