2024 Benton and Lincoln counties, Oregon Pear U-Pick orchards - PickYourOwn.org
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Pear U-Pick orchards in Benton and Lincoln counties, Oregon 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!
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Benton County
Borgo Pass Vineyard - Asian pears, wine grapes, restrooms, picnic area 23964 Hawley Creek Road, Monroe, OR 97456. Phone: 541- 424-3477. Email: bpvineyard@peak.org. Open: October 7th thru November 7 on Thursday, by appointment, from 10 am to 4pm. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover. Borgo Pass Vineyard Facebook page. . Approximately two miles west of Alpine on Alpine road, turn right on Green Peak Road go 1/2 mile turn left on Hawley Creek Road and go 1 mile to end. Currently we have Cabernet and Pinot Noir available to be ordered and picked. Picking usually begins the first week of October with the early grapes and continues until the end of the month. However, it is good to make contact by mid September because the weather determines ripening. Our vineyard is well tended which makes picking easier. Most of our customers return year after year. Feel free to bring the family and make a picnic out of it. We have various areas around the property where you can sit at a table and enjoy yourself. The prices are $1.45 a pound for under 500 lbs. $1.25 a pound for 500 lbs or more. We will crush and destem the grapes into your tub. Be sure to check out the "What I Need to Bring" page if this is your first time.If interested in reserving, you can email .
Davis Family Farm - apples, apricots, beans, blackberries, blueberries, boysenberries, broccoli, corn (sweet), cucumbers, eggplant, figs, flowers, grapes, gooseberries, herbs or spices, loganberries, marionberries, melons, onions, other berries, pears, peaches, peppers, pumpkins, raspberries, summer squash, winter squash, strawberries, tomatoes, other vegetables, farm market, picnic area, birthday parties, school tours 4380 NE highway 20, Corvallis, OR 97330. Phone: 541-752-0697. Email: kingmom@verizon.net. Open: Daily 9 to 6 pm. Directions: Conveniently located on highway 20. 5 miles outside the city limits of Corvallis, Oregon - home of Oregon State. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard. . Crops are usually available in March through November. We specialize in unique hanging baskets, farm grown strawberries, tomatoes, cucumbers and other fruits & vegetables. We also offer vegetable starts and perennials. In the Fall, we offer hay rides into our pumpkin fields and other fall holiday activities for children. In December, we sell local, fresh-cut Christmas trees & wreaths, swags and garlands.
Kings Valley Gardens - No pesticides used, blueberries, apples, Asian pears, and Anjou pears 23719 Tatum Lane, Kings Valley, OR 97361. Phone: (541) 929-4054. Email: adaviskv@peak.org. Open: Typically 9am to 5pm on Fridays and Saturdays, other days and times by appointment. Directions: See their Facebook page for directions. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. . . . U-pick Patriot and Elliott blueberries for $1.75/lb. (2020 prices) U-pick Liberty apples, Asian pears, and Anjou pears for $1.00/lb., No chemical fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides. Not certified organic because they are so small, but would definitely qualify. In some years (like 2020) they have PYO starwberries, too. (ADDED: June 27, 2020, Suggested by a visitor)
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:
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.