2024 Baton Rouge area of Louisiana Pear U-Pick orchards - PickYourOwn.org

Pear U-Pick orchards in Baton Rouge area of Louisiana in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards for pears that we know of in this area. Not all areas of any state, nor even every state, have pears orchards that are open to the public. If you know of any others, please tell us using the add a farm form!

Remember to always check with the farm's own website or Facebook page before you go - or call or email them if they don't have a website or Facebook page. Conditions at the farms and crops can change literally overnight, so if you want to avoid a wasted trip out there - check with the farm directly before you go! If I cannot reach them, I DON'T GO!

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Iberia Parish

• Daniel and Anna's Orchard - blackberries, blueberries, figs, lemons, oranges, other citrus, pears, peaches, pecans , persimmons, strawberries, school tours
  5116 Freetown Road, New Iberia, LA 70560. Phone: 337-365-1690. Email: sbeclaf@aol.com. Open: Note in 2021, you need to make an appointment before coming, Monday to Sunday 8am to 5pm except Thursday 1pm to 5pm. Directions: From Lafayette, Louisiana go south on Highway 90 to Highway 88. Exit on Highway 88, turn left to Frontage Road, turn right on Frontage Road to Freetown Road about 1 mile. Turn left on Freetown Road, go 1 mile to sharp curve to right, third house on left. Look for signs. Google or Yahoo will give correct directions, Mapquest will be wrong. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. . Alternate Phone: 337-380-3795. Fax: 337-332-6719. . This is a Pick-your-own orchard with fruits grown throughout the year. Pick and purchase blueberries, peaches, cumquats, satsumas, persimmons, strawberries and others. Satsumas November 1 to January 15; Persimmons September 1 to November 10; Blueberries April 15 to June 10; Blackberries April 20 to June 10; Figs June 15 to July 20; Asian Pears July 20 to August 20; Peaches April 20 to June 20; Pecans October 1 to November 20; Strawberries April 15 to June 1. bags and boxes are provided.
• Eddie Romero's Orchard - apples, blackberries, figs, grapes, grapefruit, lemons, muscadine grapes, nectarines, oranges, pears, peaches, persimmons, tangerines, restrooms, farm animals, school tours
  5119 Freetown Road, New Iberia, LA 70560. Phone: 3373800419. Email: eddiepaulromero@bellsouth.net. Open: Tuesday - Friday 8am to 5pm; Saturday and Sunday 8am to 4pm; Closed on Mondays. Directions: Orchard is in Iberia Parish at 5119 North Freetown Road Call 337-380-0419 for directions. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. 15964.49486.186704881470648&Eddie Romero's Orchard Alternate Phone: 3373643370. . We specialize in juicy Peaches from mid April until August; Large sweet thornless Blackberries from May until mid July; Figs many varieties mid June until August; Sweet seedless Grapes, wine grapes, jelly and table grapes in June; 15 varieties of large Muscadines for fresh eating, jelly, juice, or wine; Persimmons astringent and non-astringent August until November; Asian Pears also canning and eating Pears from mid July to late August; Pecans in September; Paw paws in July; Jujube in late July; Large juicy Apples from June until mid July; Citrus to include Lemons, Satsumas, Navel, Blood Oranges, Tangerines, Manderines, Kumquats, Large Pummelo Grapefruit, White and Pink Grapefruit, Real red and Ruby red Grapefruit from late October until February; Plus many other fruits such as Pineapple Gua Saturday, Yellow Gua Saturday, And Gummie Berries. Payment: Cash, Check, SFMNP Vouchers. Church tours and School tours welcome. Call in advance.

 

pear Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

pears, also known as serviceberries or Juneberries, are delicious and nutritious berries native to North America, mostly in the western Canada and northwestern U.S. . These small blue-purple berries grow on shrubs or small trees and have a unique flavor that is often described as a combination of blueberries, raspberries, and almonds. Here's what you need to know about pears, how to use them, when to harvest them, and how to do it:

Flavor and Uses:

pears have a pleasantly sweet and slightly tart taste, making them a versatile ingredient in various culinary creations. They can be enjoyed fresh, added to fruit salads, used in baked goods such as pies, muffins, and tarts, or even incorporated into jams, jellies, and sauces. pear berries also freeze well. They can be substituted for blueberries in recipes.

If you're looking for great, easy to follow recipes to make jam, jelly, freeze or make pear pie from Saksatoons / Juneberries, see these pages:

• How to make pear jam
• How to freeze pears
• World's best and easiest pear pie
• How to Can pears
• How to make pear jelly
• How to make and can pear syrup
• How to make home-canned pear pie filling to use later
• pear buckle coffee cake: illustrated directions for this great crumb-topping pear coffee cake

Harvesting Season:

The exact timing of pear berry harvest can vary depending on your location and climate, but it generally occurs in the summer months. In most regions, you can expect to start harvesting pears from late June to early August. Keep an eye on the berries as they ripen to determine the best time for harvesting.

Determining Ripeness:

Ripe pear berries are plump, firm, and have a deep purple-blue color. They should come off the plant easily when gently pulled or twisted. Look for berries that have a uniform color and avoid those that are still green or red. Taste a few berries to ensure they have reached the desired sweetness before harvesting the entire crop.

How to pick or harvest:

To harvest pear berries, simply hold the branch beneath the cluster of ripe berries and gently pluck them off with your fingers. It's best to place a container or basket beneath the branch to catch the berries as they fall.

The easiest and fastest way to pick them is hold your bucket under them in one hand and with your other hand, cup a ripe bunch and gently rub them with your fingers.  The ripe berries will drop into your bucket, while the unripe ones will remain attached to the bush.

Be careful not to squeeze or crush the berries while harvesting to maintain their shape and quality.

Handling and Storage:

Handle pear berries with care as they are delicate and can bruise easily. After harvesting, sort through the berries and remove any damaged or overripe ones. Store the freshly picked berries in a shallow container, preferably in a single layer, to prevent crushing and allow for proper airflow. Refrigerate the berries and consume them within a few days for optimal freshness. If you have an abundant harvest, consider freezing the berries for longer-term storage.

• Once picked, don't place the berries, still warm from the sun, in a closed bag or container. Leave the container open so moisture doesn't form in the container.
• Don't wash berries until just before using, to prevent berries from becoming mushy.
• Chill berries soon after picking to increase shelf life. Store your fresh pears in the refrigerator as soon as you get them home, without washing them, in a covered bowl or storage container. If refrigerated, fresh-picked pears will keep 10 to 14 days.
• Freeze berries in freezer containers without washing to keep the skins from toughening.  Place berries one layer deep. Freeze, then pour the frozen berries into freezer containers. Because unwashed pears freeze individually, they can be easily poured from containers in desired amounts. Remember both frozen and fresh berries should be rinsed and drained just before serving. Just before using, wash the berries in cold water.

 

 

Other Local Farm Products (Honey, Horses, Milk, Meat, Eggs, Etc.)
(NOT pick-your-own, unless they are also listed above)

• Farm markets and roadside stands
• Local Honey Finder
• Local Meat, Milk and Eggs
• Venues: Farms, Wineries, Orchards for your event, wedding or party
• Easter egg hunts
• Children"s consignment sales
• Fruit and vegetable festivals
• Winery tours and wine tastings
• Horse rides, stables, lessons, trails
• Maple Syrup farms and sugarworks
• Bed & Breakfasts on Farms, Wineries, Ranches and Orchards
• Pumpkin patches
• Corn mazes
• Zombie Paintball venues
• Christmas Tree Farms & lots
• Environmental resources
• Consumer fraud information
• Wholesale food sources
• Resources for Farmers