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TrueHarvest Farms is a hydroponic leafy greens farm rooted in the heart of Central Texas. We offer the most premium, fresh, and nutritious lettuce grown using the most innovative and forward-thinking techniques, never sacrificing quality, food safety, or sustainability.

Pesticide-Free

Our bio-pest control program allows us to maintain our healthy produce without the use of dangerous pesticides. Simply put, we use the good guys to get rid of the bad guys!

Automation

Our automation ensures a perfect environment for our produce while producing large volumes with great consistency and as little human interaction as possible.

Sustainability

We strive to take the extra step in sustainability starting with our zero waste program, using biodegradable growing film and recycling our natural resources. Good for your family, good for the earth.

Ahi tuna, TrueHarvest crispy leaf lettuce, and a spring roll on a white plate.
Chef/Owner Christian Mertens stands smiling outside of his restaurant, ALC Steaks.

For the Love of Taste

~ Feat. Chef Christian

Situated at 12th and Lamar, ALC Steaks offers sizzling, hand-cut aged beef, a relaxing wine bar, and a true old-school Austin vibe.

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The outdoor view of Austin Land and Cattle, ALC Steaks, located in Austin, Texas.

A huge influence would be Wolfgang Puck. He always says, 'Let the ingredients do the talking; don't embellish too much. Buy good, wholesome, real product and let the actual food do the talking.' And that's our philosophy here.

Chef Christian Mertens seasons a large steak in the kitchen of ALC Steaks in Austin, Texas. Chef/Owner Christian Mertens sears ahi tuna in a cast iron skillet.
Chef Christian Mertens grills a bone-in steak over an open flame.
Chef/Owner Christian Mertens of ALC Steaks plates ahi tuna in the kitchen.

TrueHarvest Crispy Leaf. A refreshing crisp and mild succulence. The rich silhouette of Crispy Leaf can support any toppings, but be careful with that dressing; this is good lettuce.

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Seared ahi tuna, a spring roll, and TrueHarvest Crispy Leaf sit on a white plate on a wooden table.
Crispy Leaf
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no pesticides

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greenhouse grown

TrueHarvest Farms hydroponically grown Crispy Leaf in clamshell packaging. Find a Store

fully sustainable

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locally grown

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Seared ahi tuna, a spring roll, and TrueHarvest Crispy Leaf sit on a white plate on a wooden table.
A large bone-in steak and red wine sit on a table with a black tablecloth.
Seared ahi tuna, a spring roll, and TrueHarvest Crispy Leaf sit on a white plate on a wooden table.

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For the Love of Taste featuring

~ Exec. Chef Mark and Sous Chef Iain

For the Love of Taste featuring

~ Chef Christian

For the Love of Taste featuring

~ Rocky and The Bahler Street Team

For the Love of Taste featuring

~ Chef Nathan and Sarah

For the Love of Taste featuring

~ Exec. Chef Patrick

For the Love of Taste featuring

~ Chef Nathan and Sarah

For the Love of Taste featuring

~ Exec. Chef Mark and Sous Chef Iain

For the Love of Taste featuring

~ Chef Christian

For the Love of Taste featuring

~ Rocky and The Bahler Street Team

For the Love of Taste featuring

~ Chef Nathan and Sarah

For the Love of Taste featuring

~ Exec. Chef Patrick

For the Love of Taste featuring

~ Chef Nathan and Sarah