It began as a farm stand on the back of a trailer in 2006, expanded to a favorite area lunch spot, and now, Makepeace Farms — formerly Tihonet Village Market — is getting back to its agricultural roots.

"There's this whole movement toward local food," explained Michael Hogan, A.D. Makepeace President & CEO. "We see this as a place to showcase local foods."

Operated by A.D. Makepeace, Tihonet Village Market closed for the winter season in December and reopened on August 20 as Makepeace Farms. A grand opening is planned for September 1.

Makepeace Farms will offer a selection of the fresh sandwiches and salads that made its predecessor a go-to place for lunch — "the favorites," Hogan explained, but the goal is to "celebrate local agriculture."

Locally-grown, seasonal produce fills baskets in one section of the store, while locally-made goods — such as Wareham-based Willows Cranberries spreads, dressings, sauces, and spices — cover shelves in another area.

Jim's Organic Coffee, the beans of which are roasted in a West Wareham industrial park, is brewed at Makepeace Farms.

Makepeace founder Abel Makepeace operated a farm store in Barnstable, so Makepeace Farms also isn't far from its company's roots.

"This is consistent with the history and legacy of the company," Hogan noted.

Store manager Keith McKinnon, who was raised on a family farm in his native Ontario, Canada, ensures that all the store's offerings "celebrate whatever is being harvested," Hogan said.

"Each day will focus on whatever is being grown at the local farms," said Hogan. "It's important to follow the rhythm of agriculture."

Makepeace Farms, located at 146 Tihonet Road, will operate from late-spring through December. Hours are generally 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Visit www.makepeacefarms.com for hours and more information.