Where in East-Central Florida to find pick your own farms and orchards for fruit, vegetables, pumpkins and canning & freezing instructions!

This month's notes: February 2012: Winter is upon us, but don't despair! Strawberry and citrus picking actually begins in Florida, southern Texas and southern Californiaa in December. And for the rest of us; there are many delicious jams, jellies, and marmalades that you can make for yourself or as gifts, from frozen or fresh fruit.  See this page for hundreds of easy canning and freezing instructions/recipes, canning equipment guide! Also make your own ice cream - see How to make ice cream and ice cream making equipment and manuals. Then see each state's crop availability calendar for more specific dates of upcoming crops. Organic farms are identified in green!  See our guide to local fruit and vegetable festivals!. Please tell the farms you found them here - and ask them to update their information!!

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East-Central Florida's U-Pick Farms and Orchards, sorted by county

Remember: ALWAYS call (or follow the link to the farm's own website, if the name is a blue link) to confirm the information before you go! They may close, run out or change events, times, etc. without notifying me! Note about strawberries in Florida: There are a few strawberry u-pick farms in Florida open during the entire season, which lasts from December through April). Most commercial farms do not open their fields to the general public until the end of the season, which is usually in April (depending on the weather). 

NOTE: The exit numbers on the Interstates have changed, but we have no way of knowing what the new correct exit numbers are until the farmers correct their listings; so be sure to ask when you call the farms!

Brevard County

  • Holland Family Farm - blueberries, porta-potties, picnic area, school tours
    4400 Bouganvilla Drive, Mims, FL 32754. Phone: 321-269-9502. Open: everyday from 8 am to 7 pm; always call for the latest info. Directions: Starting At US1 and Route 46 US-1 N; Head north on US-1 for 3.9 miles; Turn left onto Burkholm Road go 1.3 miles; Turn at the 2nd left onto Shamrock Drive and  go 0.2 mile to the stop sign, then turn left onto Bouganvilla Drive; Destination will be on the left. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: May 18, 2011)
  • Meadors Blueberry Farm - UPDATE: May 18, 2011: A visitor tells me they are closed until 2012 - Due to a huge response we are now picked out of berries for 2011.Thanks to everyone for giving us a great first season. (UPDATED: May 18, 2011) blueberries, Honey from hives on the farm, U-pick and already picked, concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms
    3685 Orlando Avenue, Mims, FL 32754. Phone: 407-383-6639. Email: valariemeadors@att.net. Open: May 1st thru May 31st from 8am to 6pm. Directions: We are located 3.9 miles north of highway 46 off of US 1. North of Titusville and South of Scottsmoore. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. U-Pick $2.50 a pound or we pick $3.50 a pound We also have home made Jam and some Blueberry plants. (ADDED: May 02, 2011)
  • Sledd's Strawberries and Produce - strawberries,
    East End Of Burkholm Road, Mims, FL 32754. Phone: 321-268-8978. Email: ptsledd@bellsouth.net. Open: We are seasonal, so we are closed right now; We will be open again in the Spring of 2012; Please check back for further updates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. (UPDATED: October 01, 2011)  (ADDED: April 05, 2010)
    A visitor writes on March 21, 2011: "Was there this weekend - AMAZING strawberries. Big, juicy and delicious!! Also, the man I talked to said they're open M/W/Sa for the next couple of weeks because they have too many berries and not enough people picking. $2/lb - can't beat it!!"
  • Twigs and Berries - We have discontinued the u pick temporarily, we hope to have some veggies for the fall. We will still have the nursery, prepicked produce, honey, eggs, etc. You can go to our website, look for the farmpage link at the bottom of the homepage. We will list all events and availability there. thanks 
    Contact Us For Directions, Titusville, FL 32780. Email: Barbara@twigsandberries.net. Open: Tuesday Through Saturday 10am-5pm for prepicked produce, u pick fruit and vegetables will resume March 2011; call or email before visiting, open by appointment to visitors. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Lychees are in season from June-July, Mangos June-August, persimmon August-September, Carambola September-December. We do not use pesticides on the crops. Payment: Cash, Check. We are a nursery too, so you can try fresh fruit, see what you like and take a tree home to provide your own fruit.  (UPDATED: August 12, 2011)

Indian River County

  • None found in this county!

Lake County (Orlando area)

  • Bear Groves - oranges,
    8709 Laws Road, Clermont, FL 34714. Phone: 407-350-0249. Alternate Phone: 352-242-0606. Email: nrobbins25@gmail.com. Open: October 16 to November 19; Call or email us for an appointment for orange picking. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Orange picking is open from October 16 to November 19 on weekends by appointment only - please call for an appointment; We will also be selling our handmade gifts: molded glycerin soap with essential oils, aromatherapy sprays, Super Skin Salve, and garden art; Please check out our website for more information. Payment: Cash, only. (UPDATED: September 19, 2010) (ADDED: October 22, 2009)
  • Blue Bayou Farms - blueberries, U-pick and already picked, farm market, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, picnic area, school tours
    26921 Bloomfield Avenue, Yalaha, FL 34797. Phone: 352-324-4069. Open: The ONLY pyo crops offered are: U-pick blueberries are from late April until Late May; Produce Market will be closed for the month of August and September and re-open October 1st. The market (not PYO) is now currently closed on Mondays and is open Tuesday through Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Fridays open until 6:00pm;When in season the blueberries and blackberries are u-pick everyday, not just certain days. but please call before planning to come out, to confirm availability. Directions: From Leesburg Florida travel South on 27 to Highway 48 turn left and go approximately 3 miles we are on the right next to the Yalaha Bakery. From Orlando Florida take east west expressway 408 to turnpike heading north and take exit 285 continue north on 27 approximately 5 miles to 48 turn right and go 3 more miles we are on the right next to Yalaha bakery. Click here for a map and directions. Blueberries: Middle of April to July Blackberries: May to July. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. we also have a produce market and sell produce that is grown locally. We try to sell as much as we can that is chemical free from local farmers we sell honey, eggs, produce. Our certified kitchen is up and running now and we make blueberry pies milkshakes ect... on the weekends. We also have a garden center. We will have Christmas trees for sale from our Christmas tree farm in NC by the end of November, come out and pick one up they're beautiful!. (ADDED: June 30, 2009)  (UPDATED: June 22, 2011)
  • Grapes U-Pick - Grapes
    Post Office Box 240, Altoona, FL 32702. Phone: 352-669-3887.
  • Harper's Nursery -
    Removed by request of the owner
  • Heather Oaks Farm - blackberries, blueberries, flowers, Other fruit or veg, restrooms, picnic area
    4240 Christmas Lane, Lady Lake, FL 32159. Phone: 352-753-1184. Email: Htheroaks@aol.com. Open: Monday to Saturday, from 9 am to 1 pm; Will make exceptions if you call first. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Traveling North on highway 441 to Rolling acres RD; go right at Home depot(North)Go to end. Turn right on Griffin Road (East)approximately 3 miles until dead end. Turn right(South) on Gray's Airport Road, Driveway almost immediately on left-See sign "Heather Oaks Farm" turn on to Christmas Lane. Go to end. Louisiana Irises February to end of April, Blueberries: May, Blackberries June/July. Payment: Cash, Check. We grow beautiful Louisiana Irises and Blueberry plants in pots that are available for sale.We also have a nice bed and breakfast and have available horse stalls for rent. Call for availability. (ADDED: May 10, 2009)
  • Lake Apshawa Farm & Nursery - Muscadine Grape, Citrus,
    18030 W. Apshawa Road, Clermont, FL 34711. Phone: (352) 394-3313. Open: Grapes: August: 8 to sunset; Citrus: Nov to March: 8 to sunset. Also sell grape vines and fig trees.
  • Lake Catherine Blueberries - blueberries, Honey from hives on the farm, U-pick and already picked, concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, school tours
    5849 Lake Catherine Road, Groveland, FL 34736. Phone: 352-536-4324. Alternate Phone: 352-429-8221. Email: lakecatherineblueberries@yahoo.com. Open: 7 days a week, from 8 am to 7 pm; April 30 to May 30. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. (ADDED: April 28, 2011)
  • Lazy Bear Blueberries - Uses natural growing practices, blueberries, U-pick and already picked, concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area
    UPDATE: July 07, 2011: The owner tells me they are closed until 2012 I just wanted to thank everyone that came out this season to pick! It was a wonderful success and I look forward to seeing folks next year! (UPDATED: July 07, 2011)
    46002 State Road 19, Altoona, FL 32702. Phone: 323-420-8663. Open: Thursday to Sunday, from 10 am to 6 pm, June 1 to August 1. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organic. Payment: Cash, only. C'mon on out and pick! It's great fun. We will also be offering blueberry desserts such as smoothies, blueberry buckle, cheesecake, etc. Look forward to seeing you! And you can't miss us. Just look for the cool signs! $3 per pound for you pick and $4.50 per pound for pre picked. Thanks and have a great day. (ADDED: June 20, 2011)
  • Mark's U-pick Blueberries - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, blueberries, porta-potties
    18900 C. R. 561, Clermont, FL 34715. Phone: 352-394-2135. Email: marksblueberries@aol.com. Open: 2011 Season is now open till mid July, Wednesdays , Saturdays , And Sundays 8 am till 2 pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From the intersection of US 27 and State Road 50 in Clermont,Florida; Proceed North 4.7 miles to County Road 561. Turn right which is Eastbound, go 700 feet and you will see our sign. Click here for a map and directions. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Check. (UPDATED: April 20, 2011) (ADDED: June 07, 2010)
    A visitor writes on June 27, 2010: "Hello, I picked blueberries yesterday, 6/26, at Mark's U-Pick Blueberries in Clermont, FL. I did find it from this website, which I love. Anyway, I thought you'd like to know he predicts the last weekend for blueberry picking will be July 17th, depending on weather. Also, in 2010 he charged $3.50/pound plus a $1 cover charge per person. Thanks! Paula"
    A visitor writes on June 19, 2010: "We have gone there for the last 4 years and love it. Friendly people run the farm, they have low and high blueberry bushes, they keep the ground around them clear so you can see where you're walking. "
    A visitor writes on June 09, 2010: "Went to Mark's Upick blueberries in Lake County today and it was fantastic. There are hundreds of bushes and lots of ripe berries. It is very easy access off the FL Turnpike. I would highly recommend a trip there!"
  • May Brothers / O.J. Groves - Kmquats and Citrus pick your own.
    Hwy. 441 & Eudora, behind WalMart in Mount Dora . Phone: 352-357-2636.
  • Oak Haven Strawberries -
    Removed at the request of the owner over visitor comments.(UPDATED: July 10, 2011)
  • Parravista - Tangerines - UPDATE July 24, 2007: They asked to be removed over fear of visitors taking the fruit out-of-state and the farm somehow being held accountable for the spread of a fruit canker. Blake
    Leesburg, FL, 34748.
  • Rabbit Hill Gardens Herb Farm - Edible Flowers & Herbs
    Mount Dora, FL 32757. Phone: (352) 735-5851.
    A visitor writes on November 21, 2009:     Susan is running a booth at the local antique mall/ flea market, ( Renengers in Mt. Dora) on the weekends. She sent out a newsletter a few weeks ago telling about the move. They have set up a new butterfly garden at the flea market and also have a green house."
  • Red Shed Strawberry Farm - Strawberries
    18107 E. Apshawa Road, Clermont, FL 34711. Phone: (407) 414-7497. Open: December to May, on Tuesdays, Thursdays  from 10 to 3 pm and Saturdays from 9 to 3 pm.
  • Sand Hill Farm - blueberries, UPDATE: May 23, 2011: The owner tells me they are closed until 2012
    31614 Bottany Wood Drive, Eustis, FL 32736. Phone: 352-636-8204. Alternate Phone: 352-483-1614. Email: MRSROSE721@AOL.COM. Open: Sunday through Monday from 10am to 7pm. Directions: Highway 44 between Eustis and Deland. In Cassia, look for the sign on Bottanywood Drive. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: May 04, 2011)
  • Seminole Springs Herb Farm - Edible Flowers & Herbs
    39435 Huff Road, Eustis , FL 32736. Phone: (352) 357-2643.
  • The Showcase of Citrus - Citrus (50 varieties; oranges, grapefruit, tangerines, etc.), peaches, plums, nectarines and blueberries.
    5010 S. U.S. Hwy. 27 Clermont, FL 34711. Phone: 800-224-8787 or     Phone: (352) 394-4377.  Fax: 352-394-4786.   4 miles north of highway 192 on highway 27 north (west of Orlando)  there is a U-Pick your own orange grove. They also have honey produced from orange blossoms, and all kinds of preserves and jams. You could pick your own oranges, grapefruit, lemons or tangerines. The give you a map of the grove and you can go out and pick your own. They have many different varieties to pick. You can pick 1/4 of a bushel or 1/2 of a bushel. The owners provide the bags for you. It was five dollars for the 1/4 bushel and ten dollars for the 1/2 bushel. See their web sites for a map and what's in season. Open: the Lakeside citrus grove is open from mid October to Mid May, from 8am to 6pm.  They may be hard to reach at other times.
  • Southern Blues Berry Farm - No pesticides are used, blueberries,
    5410 Mitchell Bridges Road, Clermont, FL 34711. Phone: 352-267-0468. Email: sammills3@netzero.com. Open: Monday to Saturday 8 am to 4 pm. Directions: 1.8 miles east of highway 33 off highway 561, turn onto Mitchell Bridges Road, we are on the left. Click here for a map and directions. Organic blueberries from May 27 TO June 15. Payment: Cash, Check. We are totally organic, no pesticides are used. (ADDED: May 26, 2010)
  • Valley View Vineyard - Peaches, Grapes, Figs, Muscadine, Persimmons
    22310 CR 455, Howey-in-the-Hills, FL 34737. Phone: 352-243-4032. Peaches: Mid April - May, Grapes (Seedless): Mid June - July. Figs: June. Grapes (Seeded): July. Muscadine: Aug. Persimmons: September. Directions: 3 miles S of Howey-in-the-Hills, SR 19.

Okeechobee County

Orange County

  • Beck Brother's Blueberries - blueberries, U-pick and already-picked UPDATE: June 03,2011: Closed until 2012
    12500 Overstreet Rd, Windermere, FL 34786. Phone: 407-656-5344. Email: beckberries11@yahoo.com. Open: May 20-22, and June 3rd to 5th; on Friday from 3 pm to 7 pm, Saturday and Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm; note we are closed the Memorial Day weekend. Directions: Overstreet is 8 miles south of Highway 50, on highway 535 in Winter Garden; Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Pick your own Blueberries, over 16 acres three different varieties. Prices: 6oz for $1;50, pint for $3;00, 3lb for $8;00 and 6lbs for $12;00; We do have them already picked at a higher price; We look forward to seeing you!. (ADDED: May 02, 2011) (UPDATED: May 18, 2011)

Osceola County

  • None found in this county!

Seminole County

  • Pappy’s Patch U-Pick Strawberries - Strawberries
    Florida Avenue, Oviedo, FL 32765. Phone: 407-366-8512. Open: As of Jan. 12, 2009: Mondays closed. Season (2009) goes through some time in April (call for updates). Seasonal!   (UPDATED: January 12, 2009)
    A visitor writes: "They are open seasonally and close once the weather here gets to hot. That means Pappy's Patch typically opens around the end of December and closes around the end of April. We picked fresh strawberries there this past spring at least once a week. The berries were great and the people that run it are wonderful."
    A visitor writes on January 21, 2009: "I have been going there, first with my children and now my grandchildren, for 20 years...Best strawberries in town!"
  • Soggy Acres Pomelo Grove - lemons, oranges, other citrus,
    100 Tuskawilla Road, Winter Springs, FL 32708. Phone: 407-443-3808. Email: mjsoileau@mail.ucf.edu. Directions: Exit 44 on beltway 417 around Orlando, FL. Turn left (west) onto highway 434 and continue on 434 to Tuskawilla Road Turn right (north) onto Tuskawilla Road Continue on Tuskawilla past the Town Center and fountain until the end of the paved road. Turn left onto Orange Avenue The properity is the first driveway on the right (intersection of Tuskawilla Road and Orange Avenue ). And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in January, February, November, December. Open: Saturday and Sunday 8 am to 5 pm; Honor system Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Payment: Cash, Check. Citrus featured are pomelos. These are the great-great grandmother of grapefruit. Pink and white fruit is available. Fruit weights between 3 and 6 pounds each. (ADDED: January 11, 2009)
  • Sundew Gardens - Uses natural growing practices, beans, blueberries, carrots, cucumbers, eggplant, grapefruit, herbs/spices, onions, oranges, winter squash, tomatoes, other vegetables, Fresh eggs
    2212 Red Ember Road, Oviedo, FL 32765. Phone: 407-430-2178. Email: Sundewgardens@gmail.com. Open: Annual membership Upick "Harvest Gardening" program: $100 year, applies to monthly purchases; Upick days: Friday and Saturday, 9am to 1pm; Prerequisite orientation tour:$10, Friday or Saturday, Noon - 1pm. Directions: All visits by appointment! Sundew Gardens is located between University of Central Florida and the City of Oviedo. Red Ember Road is off Old Lockwood Road, East of Hagerty High School. Click here for a map and directions. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, only. Sundew Gardens "Harvest Gardening" annual membership Upick gardens. $100 yearly membership costs are applied to monthly purchases at $10/month. We grow our garden year round in Central Florida, with Summer our least productive time. "Harvest Gardening" is as simple as visiting the garden, harvesting the crops you want, weighing and writing your receipt, and deducting the first $10 from your purchase each month. Additional purchases may be paid with cash or checks. As a"Harvest Gardener", you are welcome to visit Sundew Gardens on as any Upick day. (UPDATED: August 31, 2011) (ADDED: November 16, 2010)
    A visitor writes on November 15, 2010: "This garden is packed full of wonderful herbs, vegetables, fruits, and eggs. A great resource for natural local food. All crops are harvested by customers. Contact the garden via email or on facebook for a weekly listing.  "
  • U-Pick Blackberries - blackberries,
    500 Snowhill Road, Geneva, FL 32732. Phone: 407 467-6037. Open: Wednesday, 10am to 4pm Saturday, 9am to 4pm Sunday 12pm TO 4pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: May 17, 2011)

St. Lucie County

  • C & K Farm - U-pick Longans, already-picked longans
    Fort Pierce, FL 33945. Phone: 407-879-6173. Alternate Phone: 407 679-4150. Email: cattleya90@yahoo.com. Open: Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm from middle and late August to middle of September. Directions: Call for directions and to confirm farm is open. Click here for a map and directions. Middle of August to mid September - season May finish earlier. Payment: Cash, only. Longan is a tropical fruit - in the same family as lychees, but longans are sweeter. (UPDATED: July 30, 2010) (ADDED: July 29, 2010)
  • Dekker Family Farms -UPDATE: February 11, 2011: A visitor tells me they are now permanently closed: "Called the farm and got a recording stating due to the economic downturn and increased government regulations we have been forced to close the farm" (UPDATED: February 11, 2011)
    Uses natural growing practices    , broccoli, herbs/spices, peppers, strawberries, tomatoes, other vegetables, farm market, picnic area, farm animals, school tours
    4823 Shinn Road, Fort Pierce, FL 34945. Phone: 772-468-9682. Fax: 772-468-9683. Email: sheryllong@dekkerfamilyfarms.com. Open: November to May, Monday to Saturday 10 am to 5 pm for produce picking. Directions: Located 5 miles west of I-95 and the Florida Turnpike on the corner of SR 70 (Okeechobee Rd) and Shinn Road. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. (UPDATED: December 13, 2009) (formerly called Hydro-Fresh Farms)
    A visitor writes on September 25, 2009: "First class operation, with near perfect veggies, and strawberries for all canning needs. The season starts in the fall months.. They have restrooms, are organic, take credit cards, and have workshops, tours, and sales of hydroponic equipment and Plants."

Volusia County

  • Darden’s Farm & Vineyards - Bunch Muscadine
    P.O. Box 7, Hollister, FL 32047. Phone: 386-328-4880. Season / Open: July, August-Sept.
  • Gordon's Grove - Citrus (Ray Ruby Grapefruit, OrlandoTangelos, Satsumas, Amber sweet Oranges, Reg/Red Navels, White Tangelos)
    1624 Hazan Road, DeLand, FL 32720. Phone: 386-734-0620. Season / Open: Oct. - June, Monday to Saturday, Sunrise to Sunset. Directions: 4 miles from center of town off truck route 15A
  • Hickory Tree Grove -  ORGANIC, Organically grown citrus.
    4510 Audubon Avenue, DeLeon Springs, FL 32130. Phone: 386-985-1655. Email: hickorytreegrove@flnaturalcitrus.com.  Organically grown citrus. Navels, Hamlins, Satsumas, Pink Grapefruit. Season / Open: noon to dusk. Directions: Highway 17 to DeLeon Springs, turn west at Chevron station, go two blocks to dead end at Audubon Avenue, turn left (south), go four blocks.
  • Lloyd Stone - Muscadine, Persimmons, Figs, Vegetables
    156 N Samsula Dr, Samsula, FL 32069. Phone: 386-428-5034. Call to order
  • Markalee Blackwelder - Citrus (Navels, Tangerines, Grapefruit)
    731 Blackwelder Road, DeLeon Springs, FL 32028. Phone: 386-985-4560. Season / Open: Nov. - Feb., 7 days a week, all day. Directions: 2 ½ miles from Hwy 17 on Lake Winona Road or 3 miles from Hwy 11 on Blackwelder Rd.
  • Vo-LaSalle Farms, Inc. - herbs/spices, strawberries, tomatoes, Other fruit or veg, prepicked produce, farm market, restrooms
    601 Johnson Lake Road, Deleon Springs, FL 32130. Phone: 386-985-0046. Directions: And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in January, February, March, April, November, December. Open: Monday to Saturday 9am to 4pm. Strawberries: November 15 pm to April 15, Tomatoes: December 1 pm to April 15, Lettuce: November 15 pm to May 30, Spinach: December - April. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard. Lettuce and picked citrus available. (ADDED: December 23, 2008)

     

For availability of other crops (berries, vegetables, etc.)  in Florida, click here!

Farmer's Markets, Farm Stands and Roadside Stands, Etc.
(NOT pick-your-own, unless they are also listed above)

Brevard County

  • Sledd's Vegetables, Citrus and Fresh Orange Juice - Garden stand on a residence (which is NOT on a farm), Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, eggplant, grapefruit, oranges, other citrus, peas, tangerines, winter squash, strawberries, tomatoes, other vegetables, Other fruit or veg,
    2801 Cory Court, Mims, FL 32754. Phone: 321-268-8978. Open: Monday thru Saturday, from 8 am to 5 pm; Closed on Sunday. Directions: We are located at 2801 Cory Court, Mims, Fl. On U.S. Highway 1 approximately 3/4 mile north of State Road 46, turn left onto Kelly Road (Mims Post Office), follow Kelly Road (you'll go over 3 speed bumps), until it dead ends into Cory Court. Turn right and take the 2nd driveway on the right. Follow the drive to the back, you'll see the barn there. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. We have peas and okra right now, along with fresh squeezed Orange Juice. The Ambersweet, Navel oranges and Tangerines will be ready toward the end of October. (ADDED: October 01, 2011)
  • Twigs and Berries - No pesticides are used, Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, Turkeys, Fresh eggs
    Contact Us For Directions, Titusville, FL 32780. Email: steve@twigsandberries.net. Open: Farmers market on Friday 8 am to 2. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Lychees are in season from June-July, Mangos June-August, persimmon August-September, Carambola September-December. We do not use pesticides on the crops. Payment: Cash, Check. We are a nursery too, so you can try fresh fruit, see what you like and take a tree home to provide your own fruit. We have lychee, mango, carambola (starfruit), dragon fruit, persimmon, and other tropical fruit. (UPDATED: June 24, 2009) (UPDATED: April 20, 2010, by a visitor)

Lake County

  • Blueberry Acres - blueberries,
    46130 State Road 19, Altoona, Fl 32702. Phone: 352-669-7654. Email: blueberryacres@gmail.com. Open: Sunday to Saturday all week Open 7 am till Dusk. Directions: Located in the Ocala National Forest 3 miles North of Altoona on State Road 19. South of State Road 40 approximately 9 miles. Click here for a map and directions. Blueberries - All Natural - No Chemicals Used - U-Pick From June 1 to mid August; Open 7am Close at Dusk. Payment: Cash, Check. (ADDED: June 21, 2010) (UPDATED: June 21, 2010)
  • Down to Earth Gardens - Roadside stand, Farm stand / farm market on a farm, all produce is sustainably grown, Fresh local eggs,
    28130 State Road 46, Sorrento, FL 32757. Phone: 352-735-1963. Alternate Phone: 352-988-4371. Email: lkrox2@gmail.com. Open: Starting on May 1st we will be open for business Wednesday thru Friday from 11 am to 7 pm and Saturday and Sundays from 9 am to 7 pm. Directions: We are located on State Road 46-10 miles east of Mount Dora and 12 miles west of Sanford. The address is 28130 State Road 46. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Our spring garden is off to a great start. If you would like to contact us for any information or speak to us about special ordering ( we will grow to order) we would love to hear from you. Currently we have Romaine lettuce until 4/18/11. In the next few weeks we will have an abundance of tomatoes, squash, eggplant, green beans and yellow beans, a wide variety of sweet, bell and hot peppers. We also have brown and green eggs for sale by the dozen. (UPDATED: April 11, 2011)
  • Van Dee Pecans - Uses integrated pest management practices, Farm stand / farm market on a farm, all produce is grown using IPM (integrated pest management), Covered outdoor market, pecans ,
    38019 Felkins Road, Leesburg, FL 34788. Phone: 352-357-3236. Alternate Phone: 352-408-4530. Email: svandellen@earthlink.net. Open: Monday to Saturday from 1 pm to 5 pm or by appointment from mid - October until we sell all our pecans (call!). Directions: from the Eustis fairgrounds take 452 west 5 miles to Felkins Road, turn left. From Leesburg take 441 South, 44 to the left, just after the Haynes Creek bridge take Emeralda Road to the left, Goose Prairie to the Right, Felkins to the left. Look for the pecan trees to the West. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. We offer Elliots, a hard shell pecan with excellent flavor, and several varieties of papershell including Stuart and Desirable. Cost $2.50 a pound in the shell. Discount for bulk (100 pounds or more) possible. (UPDATED: November 10, 2010) (ADDED: October 31, 2009)

Orange County

  • Dansk Farms - Garden stand on a residence, Farm market, not located on the farm, Farmers market (multiple stalls or vendors), all produce is sustainably grown, all produce is grown using IPM (integrated pest management), Uncovered outdoor market, Fresh local eggs, Preserves, jams, jellies, Other fruit or veg, Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs, school tours
    1825 Cornell Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789. Phone: (407)965-5551. Email: danskfarms@me.com. Open: See our website for current hours. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From I-4 take the Fairbanks exit East toward Winter Park, Florida. Turn Right on Clay Street in Winter Park. Turn Right on Cornell Avenue in Winter Park. Arrive at 1825 Cornell Ave, Winter Park, Florida. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. Currently we have Mated Italian Queens and Raw Local Winter Park Honey. We sell beekeeping equipment, honeybees, and queen bees. Our honey is local to Central Florida. Our Winter Park Honey is harvested in Winter Park, Florida. The Orange Blossom Honey is harvested in Winter Garden, Florida. (ADDED: May 02, 2011)

Seminole County

  • Meriwether Citrus Fruit - grapefruit, oranges, tangerines, prepicked produce
    3471 Celery Avenue, Sanford, FL 32771. Phone: 407 474-8915. Email: cindilea67@hotmail.com. Directions: We are located in Sanford on Celery Avenue. Our nearest crossroad is Beardall Avenue From Sanford take 25th street towards Mims and turn left on Beardall. Follow Beardall to the end (about one mile) and then turn left and we are the first house on the left. The sign reads Meriwether Farms. The oranges are located on a deck connected to a metal barn. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in January, February, March, April, May, November, December. Open: everyday from around 9 am till sunset. Meriwether Citrus Fruit has pre-picked citrus fruit from November through May. We have Navel Oranges, Red Navel Oranges, Tangerines, Tangelos and Ambersweet Oranges from November through January; We have Sweet Flaming Red Grapefruit fro November through May We have Pineapple Juice Oranges from January through March. Payment: Cash, only. If you need a big order (several bushels) then please call ahead of time. We pick daily and always have fresh citrus. (ADDED: January 12, 2009) (UPDATED: March 02, 2011)

Volusia County

  • C and C Smith Farm - Uses natural growing practices, Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, Fresh eggs, farm animals
    2445 Karl Drive, Port Orange, FL 32128. Phone: 386-756-2874. Alternate Phone: 386-316-4257. Email: cheryl@candcsmithfarm.com. Open: from dawn to dusk every day. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: September 29, 2009)
  • Stetson Farmers Market - beans, beets, broad beans, broccoli, carrots, cucumbers, eggplant, flowers, grapefruit, herbs/spices, lemons, onions, oranges, other citrus, peas, peppers, summer squash, tangerines, winter squash, tomatoes, other vegetables, Other fruit or veg, produce for sale, Cooked or baked foods for sale, parking provide free, musical entertainment, restrooms, picnic area, Tents or other provisions are made for bad weather, FREE admission
    421 N. Woodland Blvd., Deland, FL 32723. Phone: 850-694-8690. Alternate Phone: 937-337-6963. Email: hatterharvest@gmail.com. Directions: From Woodland Blvd (US-17/92): Turn onto Minnesota Avenue (left if coming from the south, right if coming from the north), across from the main entrance to Stetson University. Parking is available in either of the faculty/student/commuter lots (there is one on each side of the road, with "Event Parking" signs). After parking, walk across Woodland Blvd (onto main campus). When the entrance road curves to the left, you should be able to see the Market in the green space to the right. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. This monthly community farmers market is located at the heart of Stetson University's campus. Local vendors offer items ranging from fresh produce, honey, and vegetables/herbs to plant, to frozen fruit bars and even organic dog treats. This is a family- and pet-friendly event. Parking is available (for free) in visitor lots on Minnesota Avenue, across Woodland Blvd from the event. Disregard tow-away signs: These apply to weekdays only. (ADDED: October 17, 2011)

Food Events and Festivals

Volusia County

  • Annual Orchtoberfest - Indoor market, Covered outdoor market, Uncovered outdoor market, Other fruit or veg, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, Bouncy castle or moon bounce, farm animals
    Power Plant / Efg Orchids 4265 Marsh Road, Deland, FL 32724. Phone: 386-738-8600. Email: powergrown@aol.com. Open: Friday, October 21, 2011, Saturday, October 22, 2011, Sunday, October 23, 2011. 9:00 am to 4:00 pm daily. Directions: 4.5 miles north of International Drive (92) on Marsh Road. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Orchids, exotic foliage, and rare tropical plant sale offered from hosting greenhouse, and growers from around the world. Authentic German Food, Hayrides, Moon Jump. Free admission, free parking. Orchids, exotic foliage, and rare tropical plant sale offered from hosting greenhouse, and growers from around the world. (ADDED: August 30, 2009) (UPDATED: March 05, 2011) .

Horse Rides and More:

Brevard County

  • Happy Hooves Petting Farm and Equestrian Facility - Boarding stables, Overnight stables, Horse trails (guided), Horses trails (unguided), Horse ranches, Riding academies, schools, Horses rented (guided trails), Horse ranches, Horse ranches, Riding academies, schools, Western riding equipment & instruction, English riding equipment & instruction, Dressage lessons, Jumping lessons and ring, Wedding facilities, Beautiful rural setting, Within an easy drive to an Interstate road, School tours, children welcome, meeting room available, beginners riding lessons, horse trailers, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, pony rides, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    1455 Martin Rd, Rockledge, FL 32955. Phone: 3214824033. Email: claus3001@hotmail.com. Open: Call for reservation!. Activity updates: Click here for updates. Directions: From I95 exit 195 to Fiske blv, north on Fiske Blv the second street on the left is Martin road Happy Hooves is the the only red Barn you will see. Welcome!!. Click here for a map and directions. All year round; Harvest Fest is every Saturday and Sunday on October;. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for our Facebook page. Pony/Horse Parties, Petting Zoo, School ield Trips, Pony Club, Church, office outings. (ADDED: September 10, 2010)

Indian River County

  • Carousel Party Acres - Boarding stables, Horse trails (guided), Riding academies, schools, Horses rented (guided trails), Horse leasing, Horse riding lessons, equipment & instruction, Western riding equipment & instruction, Wedding facilities, Fishing onsite, beginners riding lessons, restrooms, picnic area, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    15055 93rd Street, Fellsmere, FL 32938. Phone: 772-571-1463. Email: partycarousel@aol.com. Open: Call for appointment. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Sebastian/Fellsmere Exit off I95 go west 4 miles to 141st Avenue at the bridge turn North to 93rd Street go down 1 1/2 miles on South side of dirt road. Look for signs. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. 1 hour trail ride $40 per person Visit the farm to for petting farm and get a pony ride for $8. (UPDATED: September 14, 2011) (ADDED: February 03, 2010)

Lake County

  • Stanley Pond Adventure Farm -  pony rides, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, snacks, refreshments and/or concessions, Wedding facilities, Beautiful rural setting, Fishing onsite, School tours, No smoking allowed, meeting room available, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area,events at your location (call for info)
    15426 County Road 48, Astatula, FL 34705. Phone: 352-742-8180. Alternate Phone: 352-516-4937. Email: info@stanleypondfarm.net. Open: Monday - Wednesday Group/field trip reservation(minimum group 10) Thursday - Sat 10:00am to 6:00pm Sunday 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Pumpkin Patch open October 1 pm to 31st Monday-Wednesday Group/field trip reservation(minimum group 10) Thursday-Sat 10:00am to 6:00pm Sunday 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Payment: Cash, Check. (ADDED: August 22, 2010)

Orange County

  • Painted Oaks Academy - Boarding stables, Horses trails (unguided), Horse ranches, Riding academies, schools, Horse ranches, Riding academies, schools, Western riding equipment & instruction, English riding equipment & instruction, Dressage lessons, Jumping lessons and ring, Beautiful rural setting, Hiking trails, Swimming pool onsite, Fishing nearby, hunting nearby, boating nearby, skiing nearby, horse riding, golf nearby, swimming pool nearby, Within an easy drive to an Interstate road, School tours, children welcome, No pets please, No smoking allowed, handicap accessible, beginners riding lessons, specialty riding lessons, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, Bouncy castle or moon bounce, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    15100 Lake Pickett Road, Orlando, FL 32820. Phone: 407-925-3283. Fax: 407-386-9666. Email: lisa@PaintedOaksAcademy. Open: 9am until dark, 7 Days a Week, No Lessons on Fridays but Still open for other activities with Appointment. Directions: East Orlando, Between Orlando and Cocoa Beach. From Orlando go to 417 to 408 East to Colonial Dive (Hwy50E) exit then go 3 Smiles past Avalon to South Tanner Road on left (No Light just stop sign) You will see 300' radio Tower on this corner & Moose Lodge, Tile warehouse - Go N on south Tanner to End. Our Ranch will be on NE corner of S. Tanner & Lake Pickett - turn Right on Like Picket 1 block, then quick left to Farm Entrance. From Cocoa Beach & I-4 Go West on highway 50. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for our Facebook page. We Do Kids Playgroups for Schools and Day Care Outings include Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Playground, Hiking, and Hay Rides for KIDS ONLY!.. We also have a Pumpkin Patch in Oct, Winter, Summer and Spring Riding Camps. Children must be 3 yrs Old (minimum) to ride the Ponies,, Lesson Pkg for children 6yrs & Up $150 for 5 half hour Lessons,, we also have a lesson package for smaller children under 6yrs and older than 3yrs for $75 intro to riding, instructor walks w/Child NO Parents in AREA,,, great for Photos'. (ADDED: July 22, 2010)

Farm Venues for Events, Activities, Parties and Meetings:

Indian River County

  • Carousel Party Acres - Lighting, Cooking Facilities, Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Reception, Filming or photo shoots, School and educational groups, Daycare and preschool groups, Other Private Parties, You may bring your own food, steers/cattle, sheep, horses, chickens, pigs, other animals, Lake views, Horse riding at the farm, Beautiful rural setting, Fishing onsite, horse riding, Internet (Wireless), Free Onsite Lot parking lot, Within an easy drive to an Interstate road, children welcome, restrooms, picnic area, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    15055 93rd Street, Fellsmere, FL 32938. Phone: 772-571-1463. Email: partycarousel@aol.com. Open: October 15th 9:08 am to 4:00 is the Fall at the Farm Festival with Pumpkin patch, Tractor wagon ride, pony and horse ride,petting farm, bounce house, cotten candy, sno cones, hotdog combo and raffle give aways. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Sebastian/Fellsmere Exit off I95 go west 4 miles to 141st Avenue at the bridge turn North to 93rd Street go down 1 1/2 miles on South side of dirt road. Look for signs. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. (UPDATED: September 14, 2011) (ADDED: February 03, 2010)

Lake County

  • Stanley Pond Adventure Farm - Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Reception, Wedding Rehearsal Dinner, Birthday parties, Business outings, Corporate events, PR or Marketing events, Filming or photo shoots, School and educational groups, Daycare and preschool groups, Other Private Parties, You may bring your own food, Some Tables and chairs are provided, Bring Your Own Tables and chairs, Bring your own linens and table silverware, Free Onsite Lot parking lot, No pets please, No smoking allowed, concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, pony rides, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    15426 County Road 48, Astatula, FL 34705. Phone: 352-742-8180. Alternate Phone: 352-516-4937. Email: info@stanleypondfarm.net. Open: Saturdays 10am to 2pm Sundays 1pm to 5pm Monday - Friday by appointment only for groups and reservations. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for our Facebook page. We also have a 1 acre Day-lily farm. Two gallon pots fully grown, fully rooted day-lilies for sale. Buy 2 Get 1 Free Sale begining March 1, 2010. 2 acres of beautiful 100 gallon ligustrum tree wholesale and retail prices available. Catfish Junction. A catfish fee fishing, stocked 5 acre pond. Catch and release. No fishing license necessary. Outdoor facility with 8,000+ square feet under roof. Call Tricia Merrill 352-742-8180 or email info@stanleypondfarm.net to schedule an appointment for a tour and custom package pricing. (ADDED: December 06, 2010)

Wholesale Foods

Orange County

  • Dansk Farms - Local sales at our farm, Local delivery, Regional delivery (see below for details), National delivery, Global delivery, all produce is sustainably grown, all produce is grown using IPM (integrated pest management), Preserves, jams, jellies, Other fruit or veg, Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs, school tours
    1825 Cornell Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789. Phone: (407)965-5551. Email: danskfarms@me.com. Open: See our website for current hours. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From I-4 take the Fairbanks exit East toward Winter Park, Florida. Turn Right on Clay Street in Winter Park. Turn Right on Cornell Avenue in Winter Park. Arrive at 1825 Cornell Ave, Winter Park, Florida. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. Currently we have Mated Italian Queens and Raw Local Winter Park Honey. We sell beekeeping equipment, honeybees, and queen bees. Our honey is local to Central Florida. Our Winter Park Honey is harvested in Winter Park, Florida. The Orange Blossom Honey is harvested in Winter Garden, Florida. (ADDED: May 02, 2011)

Resources For Farmers

Orange County

  • Dansk Farms - Local sales at our farm, Local delivery, Regional delivery (see below for details), National delivery, Global delivery, sale, farm equipment, Other items, Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs, school tours
    1825 Cornell Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789. Phone: (407)965-5551. Email: danskfarms@me.com. Open: See our website for current hours. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From I-4 take the Fairbanks exit East toward Winter Park, Florida. Turn Right on Clay Street in Winter Park. Turn Right on Cornell Avenue in Winter Park. Arrive at 1825 Cornell Ave, Winter Park, Florida. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. Currently we have Mated Italian Queens and Raw Local Winter Park Honey. We sell beekeeping equipment, honeybees, and queen bees. Our honey is local to Central Florida. Our Winter Park Honey is harvested in Winter Park, Florida. The Orange Blossom Honey is harvested in Winter Garden, Florida. (ADDED: May 02, 2011)

Local Honey Sources:

Orange County

  • Dansk Farms - Honey (retail), Honey (wholesale), Orange blossom honey, Tupelo honey, Wildflower honey, Raw honeys, Beeswax candles, Pollen, Other honey products, Beekeeping supplies, Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs, school tours
    1825 Cornell Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789. Phone: (407)965-5551. Email: danskfarms@me.com. Open: See our website for current hours. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From I-4 take the Fairbanks exit East toward Winter Park, Florida. Turn Right on Clay Street in Winter Park. Turn Right on Cornell Avenue in Winter Park. Arrive at 1825 Cornell Ave, Winter Park, Florida. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. Currently we have Mated Italian Queens and Raw Local Winter Park Honey. We sell beekeeping equipment, honeybees, and queen bees. Our honey is local to Central Florida. Our Winter Park Honey is harvested in Winter Park, Florida. The Orange Blossom Honey is harvested in Winter Garden, Florida. (ADDED: May 02, 2011)

 

Ball home canning kit water bath canner

Home Canning Kits

Features:

  • Everything you need to get started with waterbath canning (fruits,pickles, jams, jellies, salsa, sauces and tomatoes)
  • 21-1/2 qt. enamel water bath canner
  • Funnel, jar lifter, lid lifter, bubble freer spatula
  • Ball Blue Book

This is the same type of standard canner that my grandmother used to make everything from applesauce to jams and jellies to tomato and spaghetti sauce. This complete kit includes everything you need and lasts for years: the canner, jar rack, jar grabber tongs, lid lifting wand, a plastic funnel, labels, bubble freer, and the bible of canning, the Ball Blue Book. It's much cheaper than buying the items separately. You'll never need anything else except jars & lids (and the jars are reusable)! There is also s simple kit with just the canner and rack, and a pressure canner, if your want to do vegetables (other than tomatoes). To see more canners, of different styles, makes and prices, click here!
 

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EHSO.com - Environmental health and safety information and guidance for the home
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