More than apples, western Illinois family orchard is a bustling, farm products hot spot

Rozetta, Ill. (KWQC) -Belted Cow Orchard is a family-owned farm business located in the scenic countryside of western Illinois.

The location offers many farm-fresh product lines and has a growing reputation for its homemade baked goods, locally raised beef, and specialty coffee drinks—all served with a side of rural hospitality.

Located at 1821 East State Highway 164 in Rozetta, IL (near Oquawka), the orchard grows 18 varieties of apples (on more than 5 thousand trees) which they are anxiously waiting to harvest in the coming months.

The on-site shop also features handcrafted gifts, home décor, and beef and eggs raised on the farm.

Belted Cow Orchard sometimes hosts pop-up weekends with extended hours, special treats, and local vendor collaborations.

For the latest updates, follow them on Facebook or Instagram, where they regularly post about new menu items, seasonal hours, and surprise happenings.

The business is looking forward to hosting the orchard’s biggest event of the year, the 2025 Fall Open House on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.. This annual celebration features:

For more information about anything related to the farm business, call 309-371-4656.