While Long & Scott Farms is under contract to become the site of a large-scale housing and golf course development, the iconic Central Florida farm says it will continue farming at its Mount Dora location for at least one more year.

The multi-generational farm, known for its beloved Zellwood Sweet Corn, fall corn maze and family-friendly festivals, confirmed this week that it is planting crops for the upcoming fall season, including cabbage and its signature sweet corn. Staff have also begun preparing the popular corn maze for this fall an annual tradition that draws thousands of visitors each year. The cabbage should be ready by the end of November or beginning of December through March of next year, depending on the weather.

(Long & Scott Farms recently posted a photo of cabbage beginning to grow which sparked interest on how long the farm planned to continue operations in Mount Dora. Photo Credit – Long & Scott Farms.)

Responding to community concerns on social media, the farm confirmed it will remain open through the upcoming season.

“We have at least another year at this location, IF everything goes through,” the farm wrote. “We plan to keep farming here until it goes through, then continue to farm in the new location.”

We confirmed they will be in business for another year to year and a half, and will host the famous corn maze and festival this fall.

The land, located south of Mount Dora, east of Astatula, and west of Zellwood, has been a local institution for generations. But with increasing development pressure from nearby Orlando, owner Hank Scott said earlier this year that the farm is now under contract with a developer proposing a 266-acre residential community, a 289-acre golf course, and a 91-acre conservation area.

(The famous Long & Scott Farms Sweet Corn will also be available once more.)

Despite the changes, the farm emphasized that farming will continue, just not at the current site once the sale is finalized.

Lake County Commissioner Anthony Sabatini has publicly criticized the potential loss of the historic farmland and is urging county staff to explore conservation options. Sabatini had mentioned earlier this year that he wanted the county to consider acquiring conservation rights as part of its land-buying program.

“For 35 years I’ve been going to this farm. When I was in high school, my friends worked the corn maze,” he says. “We have more than enough golf courses. We also have more than enough homes right now.”

(Lake County Commissioner Anthony Sabatini has been an open about his thoughts on the move and has worked to block the proposed development.)

Long & Scott Farms has not indicated when a final move might take place. For now, Long & Scott Farms is focused on keeping the farm running and welcoming guests this fall.