Where in Ontario, Canada to find pick your own farms and orchards for fruit, vegetables, pumpkins and canning & freezing instructions!

This month's notes: May 2013: The cool weather has delayed blooms and slowed growth by a couple of weeks, but don't miss strawberries: they started in most Southern areas in late April, and in late May up north. Click here for strawberry facts and picking tips, and this page for easy strawberry jam making directions. Blueberries will come in June in most areas. Of course, Florida, southern Texas, and other very warm areas are already picking both crops! 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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Ontario, Canada U-Pick Farms and Orchards, sorted by county

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Ontario, Canada U-Pick Farms and Orchards

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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!

South Central Ontario (west from Toronto, includes Kitchener, Cambridge)

 

Brant (Brant, Brantford, Bruce, Burtch, Cathcart, Hatchley, Paris)

  • Blueberry Patch - blueberries,
    289 Highway 53, Burford, ON N0E 1A0. Phone: 519-458-8066. Email: blueberry@silomail.com. Open: Monday to Saturday 8 am to 8 pm, Sunday 8 am to 5 pm. Directions: 10 minutes East of Woodstock, from 401 take Exit 238 which is Highway # 2 East, follow to the first road on the right which is Oxford Road # 55, this becomes Brant Highway # 53, we are located between Muir and Cathcart on the right hand side of the road, watch for our signs GPS N43.10918 W80.55609. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: May 29, 2009)
  • Bomberry's Strawberries - Uses natural growing practices, strawberries, and prepicked produce
    3457 Fifth Line, Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0. Phone: 519-445-2464. Email: cornmaster2000@hotmail,com. Directions: 3 kilometres west of Highway 6 south on north side of Fifth line Open: 7 days a week during season 7 am -dusk depending on the weather. no children under 12 and no pets allowed We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organic. Payment: Cash, only.
  • Brantwood Farm - strawberries, raspberries, rhubarb, peas, beans, raspberries, tomatoes, apples, pumpkins
    RR#6, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 5L8. Phone: 519-759-4383. Fax: 519-749-0679. Email: brantwoodfarm@brant.net. Open: 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Sat; Sunday - 11 am to 5 pm. Also prepicked apples. Typical Upick dates: Rhubarb in May-June; Strawberries in June-July; Peas in June-July; Beans in July-September; Raspberries  in July; Tomatoes (Field) in August; Apples in September-October.
  • Braund's U Pick - strawberries, U-pick and already picked
    211 Powerline Road (new Fields), Brantford, ON N3T 5L8. Phone: 519 753-0802. Open: Monday to Saturday from 7am to 8pm, Sunday 7am to 2pm Weather permitting. Directions: 2ND strawberry farm east of Wayne Gretzky Pkwy. New fields this year. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: June 02, 2011)
    Comments from a visitor on June 18, 2011: "We visited the Braund farm this morning, and everything went well. The type of berries we picked were really nice, and plentiful."
  • Hamilton's U-Pick - Strawberries
    RR#7 193 County Road 18, Brantford, ON, N3T-5L9. Phone: 519-759-2417. Directions: On the east side of BrantfoRoad2 miles south of Cainsville stoplight (Colbourne Street) on County Road 18. Or 2 miles north of Cockshutt Road at the corner of #6 school roadand County Road 18. Watch for signs. Near Brantford
  • Orchard Home Farms - apples, pears
    235 Howell Road, St. George, Ontario. Email: apples@orchardhomefarm.com. Directions: Click here for a map. We open about mid August. Check the web site in mid summer. We don't want to miss out on your favorite varieties. Please: NO PETS. A family-run 80 acre apple and pear orchard located Northwest of St. George, Ontario. You can find us half way between the cities of Cambridge and Brantford.
  • Pleasant Berry Blueberry Farm - Blueberries.
    445 Ellis Avenue RR#2, Brantford, ON, N3T 5L5. Phone: 519-484-2633. Directions: From hwy 403 west of Brantford, take exit 27, Rest Acres Road south towards Simcoe. Continue 8km across Hwy 53 (lights) turn left on Maple Ave. Or from Brantford, take Colborne Street west to Pleasant ridge Road go south approx. 4.5km turn right on Ellis (formerly Maple) Ave to #445. Near Brantford, Kitchener, Hamilton.  Click here for a map. Open: Monday to Saturday 8am - 8pm. Sunday 10am - 6pm (July - Aug)
    Comments from a visitor on August 04, 2008: "The old street name was Maple, however it is now changed to Ellis. The street number is still the same. Neither one can be found unfortunately on map quest, or Google maps. However I went there yesterday by following directions and it was very easy to find and had great blueberries. Thank you and good luck with your website, it is great : ) "

Bruce (Brockton, Kincardine, Saugeen Shores, South Bruce)

  • Smiths' Pick Your Own Apples and Farm Market - Apples, Honey from hives on the farm, Maple Syrup from trees on the farm, Cider mill (fresh apple cider made on the premises), and prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, school tours
    470 The River Road, Port Elgin, ON N0H 2C7. Phone: (519) 832-2971. Fax: (519) 832-2971. Email: info@smithsapples.com. Open: 10 am to 5:30 pm daily during the season. Directions:  RR3. Click here for a map.  Payment: Cash, Check. In-Store Artisan Bakery offering freshly baked goods daily.

Dufferin (Amaranth, Honeywood, Maple Grove, Mono, Orangeville, Shelburne)

  • Birkbank Farms - Strawberries, Raspberries, vegetables
    6113 Wellington Cty Rd. 24, Orton, ON L0N 1N0. Phone: 519-855-6519. Fax: 519-855-6061. Email: birkbank@sympatico.ca.  Open: mid Apr - late Dec. Daily 9 am - 6 pm. PYO season 8 am - 8 pm. Directions: Trafalgar Road north to Hillsburgh. Just 2km north. They have a market with a full range of fresh produce, bakery, homemade jams, crafts, gifts, asparagus, strawberries; some organic produce available. (UPDATED: January 31, 2013, jbs)
  • Jenala Farms - raspberries, strawberries, and prepicked produce
    475080 Dufferin County Road 11, Shelburne, ON L0N 1S5. Phone: 519-925-5464. Fax: 519-925-2346. Email us at: info@jenalafarms.com. Directions: Straight south from Shelburne 6.5 km >From Orangeville watch for our blue tourism Ontario signs on highway 10 and 109 . We are open July, August. Our hours are: Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm; Saturday 8 am to 5 pm; Sunday 10 am to 4 pm. Strawberries approximately June 28 - July 15 Raspberries approximately July 20 - August 5 Payment: Cash, only. Ready picked asparagus available at roadside mid-May to late June. Ready picked sweet corn and potatoes available August/September.

Hamilton (Alberton, Glanbrook, Hayesland, Kirkwall, Lynden,Sheffield, Renforth, Rockton)

  • Bucci Family Cherry Farm - cherries, porta-potties
    170 Cokers Lane, Stoney Creek, ON L8E5K8. Phone: 905-643-0288. Email: nbucci2@sympatico.ca. Open: Canada Day, July 1 until the fruit is gone, from 8:30 am until 6pm, daily. Directions: from Toronto QEW exit 50 road south towards mountain, last street on right before you go up the hill is Cokers Lane. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: October 03, 2011)
  • Carluke Orchards - Apples, Christmas trees, pumpkins
    2194 Shaver Road S., Ancaster, ON L9G 3L1. Phone: 905-648-2775. Email us at: cherie@carlukeorchards.ca. Directions: From Hamilton, take Hwy 403 west into Ancaster, follow the large blue tourism signs on the 403 right to the farm . Click here for a map. We are open All year. Our hours are: Tues-Saturday 8-6, Sunday 11-5,Closed Monday our farm market is open year round with pick your own apples available in September and October, pumpkins in October and Christmas trees in December directions, year round specials, and special events updated often on our website.
  • Dacosta Farms - No pesticides are used, grapes, U-pick and already picked
    1450 Ridge Rd, Stoney Creek, ON L8J 2X6. Phone: 905-643-6656. Email: martadacosta@cogeco.ca. Open: September 1 to October 31 all day everyday. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. We do not use pesticides on the crops. Payment: Cash, only. Come and pick your own Concord grapes. Or call (905) 643-6656 ahead and we will have them picked for you. Concord grapes are great for making juice,wine, jams, baking or just eating good quality local foods. Concord grapes actually have the power to keep us youthful because they contain high concentrations of antioxidants that protect our skin, brain and heart from inflammation and aging. Hope to see you all soon at Dacosta Farms. (UPDATED: September 11, 2012)
  • Frootogo Orchards - apples, prepicked produce, farm market, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, petting zoo, farm animals, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    573 Parkside Drive, Waterdown, ON L0R 1H0. Phone: 905-689-1652. Email: frootogo@cogeco.ca. Directions: And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in August, September, October, November. Open: See our website homepage for current hours. Pick your own Apples August - October, Pumpkins October; Bakery and store open August until Christmas. Payment: Cash, Debit cards. Note: we do NOT have strawberries. (ADDED: March 05, 2009) (UPDATED: June 28, 2011)
  • Josmar Acres Farm Market & Garden Centres - Strawberries, Raspberries
    568 Lynden Road, Lynden, ON, L0R-1T0. Phone: (519) 647-2025 . Fax: 519-647-3579. Email: delieck@execulink.ca. Directions: one half mile south of Lynden. 15 minutes west of Hamilton & 10 minutes east of Brantford. Click here for a map. Also: Sweet Corn, Pumpkins, Apples, Pears, Plums. The Great Pumpkin Patch. We also have the following as non-pyo items (when in season): pears, plums, sweet corn, tomatoes, peppers, pumpkins, gourds, Christmas trees/wreaths etc. Year round we carry apples, potatoes, maple syrup, bird seed, giftware, perennials, annuals and garden December or.
  • Laurenssen's  (Peter and Lois) Farm Market and Greenhouses - beans, beets, broccoli, eggplant, onions, peas, peppers, tomatoes, Fresh eggs
    239 10th Concession East, Freelton, ON L0R 1K0. Phone: 905-659-2807. Open: Every day 8 am to 6 pm. Directions: Located between highway 6 and center road. Click here for a map. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Picked fresh daily and u-pick Also picked asparagus, sweet corn, green and yellow beans, pumpkins, gourds, fava beans, peas, squash, glads, tomatoes, turnip, pickling cucumbers, carrots, broccoli, green onions, and Breads and Baked Goods: Baking, Honey, Maple Syrup, Preserves: Honey, maple syrup,Cut flowers, bedding plants, glads, mixed pots. They also have a location at the Milton Market, downtown Milton on Main Street from Martin to James, which is open: Saturday mornings, 7am to 12pm. (ADDED: March 25, 2009) (UPDATED: July 21, 2012)
  • Lindleys Farm and Market - Currants, strawberries, raspberries, pumpkins, peas,  Corn Maze, Fall school tours, Fall Festival
    900 Fiddler's Green Road, Ancaster, Ontario, L9G 3L1. Phone: (905) 648-8489. Email: info@lindleyfarm.com or Email: jlindley@sprint.ca. .Lindley's Farm & Market is conveniently located between Hamilton and Brantford, Ontario. From Hamilton, exit Hwy 403 on Fiddler's Green Road. Turn south on Fiddler's Green Road and continue 2km to our farm on the right. From Brantford, exit Hwy 403 on Hwy 52, turn south and continue to Hwy 2, turn east and follow until Hwy 53. Proceed on Hwy 53 until Fiddler's Green Road, turn south, and follow for 2km to our farm on the right. Watch for the blue Ontario signs on Hwy 403.  Pick-Your -Own Crops
    June: Strawberries, Green Peas, Beets. 
    July: Red Raspberries, Black Raspberries, Red & Black Currants, Gooseberries.
    October: Pumpkin Hayrides every weekend in October! Over 50,000 pumpkins to chose from in our fields.
    Comments from a visitor on September 07, 2011:      (positive experience) "I have been picking berries at Linley's Farm for 5 or 6 years, and have always had a wonderful experience. I have never heard any shouting or rudeness; on the contrary the farm staff are good-humoured and very accomodating. I have seen many young children with parents and family groups who are enjoying the experience of "picking your own." I think parents need to be aware that this is a farm, someone's livelihood, and not an amusement park for kids. I always follow the directions of staff because I understand that these directions are part of good farm management - they know what they are doing. It's a give and take experinece - they get their fields picked in an organized manner, and I get tasty organic berries at a fair price. The taste and the fact that this farm doesn't use insecticides and fungicides is why I keep coming back. So don't listen to the complainers, this is a great farm."
    Comments from a visitor on July 09, 2011:     (positive experience) "I have three young children, 7 and under and we had the most awesome time picking that we've ever had. I wonder if they've heard about their negative comments. The staff went above and beyond - with even one staff offering her van for my friend to change her baby's diaper - The strawberries at the top of the field were the best - my friend was offered the top of the field because she had a baby on a blanket and they accommodated her with such gentleness. I think any negative comments have either been taken into consideration, or they hired new staff. We had over-and-above kindness. We especially love the fact that they don't spray and they even offered my kids the opportunity to 'eat a couple' as they pick. Such fun."
    Comments from a visitor on June 29, 2010:      (negative experience) "I am writing in regards to some negative remarks about this farm. Back in June 2005, we also have an unsavory experience from Lindley's. I was so excited to bring my Dad, my sister who were visiting us and my son who has a special needs, to pick fresh strawberries. As soon as we got our baskets, we were told to go towards the group of people that were already picking on a certain row. My son was so excited to pick his own, started to pick some along his way. The next thing you know, we were yelled at very loudly from a distance by this obnoxious lady telling us to "get moving", "are we blind?" Before I can make any comments, she adds, that I should know better to look after my son and that he was my responsibility. As if I need reminding. My son along with the other kids with autism, cannot tolerate loud booming noises. With his hands cupping his ears, he went ahead to the lady yelling at us and asked her to stop yelling because it hurts his ears. Her response,(again yelling at us)was if we can't follow her directions then we should leave. Did I mention that she pushed my son because she thought that my son is attacking her? I mean my son is only 8 yrs old at that time. They were so many people who were watching us. We were so embarrased getting screamed at in front of so many people. I demanded to see the owner but he did'nt even do anything. He even told us that we weren't following the directions even though I tried to explain that my son is Autistic and that he did'nt know any better. He wasn't listening to us at all. I had to speak louder so that I could be heard but to no avail. Needless to say, we got out of that farm very quickly. Prior to this, we've been going to Lindley's Farm every Fall for the hay ride and pumpkin picking since my son was born. After this horrid experience, I vowed to myself that we will never go back to that place...ever! If they wanted everyone to follow the rules, Lindley's Farm should have a clear written rules on the stall where we picked the baskets from. This would have been beneficial for all of us "who are blind"...That was a very, very bad experience. I would not ever recommend anyone to go there, with disability or not!"
    Comments from a visitor on May 06, 2010:     (negative experience) "I have to say that I totally agree with the negative comments towards lindleys! I was there for the first time with some family and the lady was very rude. We didnt know the rules, but were quickly yelled at and embarassed in front of everyone! She was yelling at us about which row was ours. I will NEVER go back!"
    Comments from a visitor on July 06, 2009:      (positive experience) "I have to address the negative comments that were written about Lindley's Farm. I have picked vegies and fruits for many years and have observed very bad behaviour on behalf of the pickers/customers themselves. People don't understand that the farm hand guides you to specific rows to pick so that each area is "cleaned" - otherwise, the farmer loses track of where people have picked and many berries go unpicked. This causes huge waste and loss of revenue for the farmer. The farmer deserves to make a profit, they are not there to just entertain you. I get frustrated myself, with inconsiderate people who trample all over the berries and refuse to listen when they are guided to their area. Rudeness is returned by rudeness. So pickers, listen and obey directions, then you will have a positive experience!"
    Comments from a visitor on June 28, 2009:    (negative experience) "We went to Lindleys Farm and Market on June 27. We had decided not to go after reading the negative reviews last week, but changed our minds and wanted to try this week after reading the positive review on June 26th, 2009. We told ourselves that this is our neighborhood farm. If they want to do business why would they yell at people? In the beginning the experience was OK, even though the guide lady used the wording "The red ones HAVE TO BE PICKEDā€¯ and we were assigned two lanes with another family (we didn't know them) within short distance (face to face) to pick. When we finished our area and still wanted more, she would assign us rows. When we asked for new rows, the lady doubted "Have you met other people?ā€¯. May be this is their business style. On the way out, when we finished, my husband found a lovely berry and bent down to pick it, but the farm lady yelled so loudly at us, that it embarrassed us! "
    Comments from a visitor on June 26, 2009:     (positive experience) "I feel compelled to write a comment because I was shocked to see three negative reviews of Lindley's farm! I was there last summer during the same week that those reviews were written and never had anyone yell at me or harass me. I have been going to Lindley's for years now, it is the only pick-your-own farm I go to and I haven't had a single bad experience, only very positive. I go there for u-pick strawberries, peas, beets, raspberries, currants and pumpkins and I love it there. I have never encountered any so called "strawberry nazis" in fact, all the staff out in the field have been so helpful and kind. They are also really great with my daughter and other kids that go there- they answer all their questions and are very friendly! One time when my daughter had wandered too far and I'd been having a hard time trying to chase her around all morning, one of the farmers went and got her and brought her back to me! I was just there today picking strawberries and the woman out in the field was being very friendly to my daughter and some other kids, answering all their many, many questions, etc. Not to mention the fact that all their produce is amazing and they are striving toward more organic farming methods, which I really appreciate. I hope that those negative reviews will not deter people from going to this farm. Please go and see for yourself! "
    Has anyone else had experiences here, positive or negative, can either confirm or refute this one?  If so, please write!
  • Lutz Orchard and Berry Farm - apples
    1806 Concession 4 West, Troy, ON, L0R 2B0. Phone: 519-647-2437. Email thefarmer@lutzorchard.ca. Directions: R. R. #1. Click here for a map. Apple season will commence in late August. We grow 20 different varieties of apples for pick your own and sale in our farm market Fall time at the farm includes wagon rides for the whole family.
  • Murphy's Country Produce Ltd. - strawberries, peas, raspberries, tomatoes, peppers, fava beans, romano beans, sweet corn, squash, and pumpkins.
    2040 Guyatt Road, Binbrook, ON, L0R 1C0. Phone: 905-692-5733. Email: murphys@mountaincable.net.  But before you grab your hat and sunscreen we always recommend you call us to get up to date crop reports at 905-692-5733. Open: during STRAWBERRY AND RASPBERRY SEASON: Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm,  Saturday and Sunday 8 am to 5 pm. Directions: R.R. # 1, , Binbrook area - Take hwy #56 to Guyatt Road Turn east, continue for about 2km on the north west corner. Near Hamilton. Click here for a map.
    Comments from a visitor on July 02, 2011: "Took the whole family (three kids 6 and younger) out for PYO strawberries, it was a good experience. Found the rows to be a little tight together but the staff were great, never made a deal about the kids. We've been to other PYO strawberry farms and they have always spoken sternly about the kids. We know how to keep out kids in line, thank you. Anyway, the strawberry crop was quite nice. We also picked some sugar snap peas, great price on both. Will be back there each year for more."
    Comments from a visitor on July 21, 2009: "We picked raspberries at Murphy's today and it was an altogether nice experience. The young woman in the field was friendly and helpful; the berries were great; we were charged a competitive price; their pride in their farm is evident as everything is beautifully kept. We will definitely be back for more berries (and corn!) after we have eaten our way through today's yummy harvest. My husband & I are always impressed with how these hard-working farmers accept the losses they experience with people who come in their fields and pick only the very best & easiest to reach fruit, leaving many to rot on the plants. Customers should try to stand in the farmer's shoes for just a moment. Shame on those who are so wasteful.
    Comments from a visitor on July 05, 2009: "Today we were at one of the many farms we visit every year. We were there to pick strawberries. Since it was near the end of season the girl in the field told us to go where ever we could fine ripe nice berries. She then came over 15 minutes before the field closed to tell us that if our baskets were not full, we would not be charged full price. We realized it would take us longer to fill our basket (wanting to let the workers go home on time after a long hot day) and we had 3/4 of a basket so we decided to go. Once we left the field to pay for our basket the girl at the gate told us we would have to pay full price. When I challenged this she said it was "pretty full" so we would have to pay the full amount. "Pretty full" and full are two different things... She continued to be rude and we will never return to this farm again. We all work hard for our money and I love to support our local farms, but this farm can not encourage me to leave with a 3/4 full basket and then ask me to pay in full. I will support someone else for my strawberries next year, and look to pick raspberries elsewhere this season."
  • Myers Apple Farm - U-pick apples
    #37 Highway 52, Hamilton, ON L0R 1J0. Phone: 905-627-0420. Fax: 905-627-8967. Email: m.myers@tvre.com. Open:  August to November Daily from 9am to 6pm. Directions: Click here for a map. Containers are supplied. They have 32 apple varieties, and many pre-picked crops: pears, plums, peaches, Pumpkins, squash, gourds, broccoli, tomatoes, potatoes, vegetables, Breads, Baked Goods, Local pies, Honey, Maple Syrup, Preserves: Sweet cider, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, honey, buckwheat honey, Fall December or, straw bales, corn stalks, glads, sunflowers. They have special apple varieties and Clydesdale draft horses, and a petting zoo.  (ADDED: March 25, 2009) (UPDATED: October 01, 2010)
    Comments from a visitor on March 25, 2009:     "We loving going to pick apples as a family. Its educational and fun at the same time. The staff there is amazing. It is a family run business. They have a large selection of pumpkins to pick from."
  • Our Father's Farm - Uses natural growing practices, corn (sweet), onions, tomatoes, Fresh eggs, U-pick and already picked, events at your location (call for info)
    1050 Highway 5 West, Dundas, ON L9H 5E2. Phone: 905-628-8195. Fax: 905-628-7812. Email: info@ourfathersfarm.com. Open: Monday to Thursday 9 am to 5 pm Saturday 9 am to 3 pm. Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. Directions: From Toronto - take highway 403 West to Exit highway 6 North, drive up to the top of the Hill (Clappison's Corners) Turn left at lights. Drive 10 km, Farm is on the left hand side (1/2 km past Christie Conservation) From London, Brantford- take highway 403 East to Copetown Exit, at stop sign turn left unto highway 52. Drive 7 km to highway 5, at stop sign turn right, drive 4 km Farm is on the right hand side. Click here for a map and directions. For 2009 we have vegetables and eggs only; For 2010 we will have strawberries, blueberries and raspberries available. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organic. Payment: Cash, Visa/MasterCard, AmEx. Horseback riding lessons: Learn to ride - Beginners Welcome - All ages. Lessons offered every Saturday - call to schedule a time. (UPDATED: June 08, 2009)
  • Parkside Farms - sweet corn, pumpkins
    519 Parkside Dr E, Waterdown, ON L0R 2H1. Phone: 905-689-4829. Email: bendikkeboom@sympatico.ca. Open: Pick-your-own: October, Sat and Sun (weather permitting); On-farm market: end of July to end of October Daily 10am-6pm. Sweet corn picked fresh daily and PYO. Directions: From Burlington, take Hwy 5 west to Evans Rd. in Waterdown. Go north on Evans Road, left on Parkside Dr. about 0.5 km to 519 Parkside Drive. Click here for a map. Pumpkinfest every weekend in October; wagon tours, monster pumpkin, Storybook forest, pick your own pumpkin, school tours Contact Person: Bernhard Dikkeboom. They also have Potatoes, Pumpkins, Sweet corn, Tomatoes, Vegetables, Onions, Breads and Baked Goods: baked goods, pies, glads from local farmers. (ADDED: March 25, 2009)
  • Tigchelaar Berry Farms (formerly Cole Berry Farm*) - strawberries, U-pick and already picked
    11280 Hendershot Road, Hannon ON L0R 1P0. . Phone: 905-658-2526 . Email: Tigchelaarfarms@sympatico.ca. Open: Monday to Friday: 7:30am to 7:00pm Saturdays and Holidays: 7:30am to 5:00pm Closed Sundays. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. Directions: beside Pioneer Flower Farms. Click here for a map and directions. Pick Your Own Strawberries will be opening Mid-June for the 2009 season; Call or look at our website for more details. Payment: Cash, Cheque. (UPDATED: June 10, 2009)
    Comments from a visitor on June 27, 2009: "I went to this farm on the recommendation of a friend. I was not disappointed! The people are friendly and let you pick on your own. They'll offer recommendations if you need it, but don't pressure you. They charge by the basket, not by weight, so you don't feel overcharged. I'll definitely go back! "

Huron (Bayfield, Bluewater, Clinton, Goderich, Huron East, Mitchell, Varna, Wingham)

  • Bayfield Berry Farm - Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries
    77697 Orchard Line RR#1, Bayfield, ON, N0M-1G0. Phone: 519-482-1666. Fax: 519-482-8268. Email: berryfarm@hurontel.on.ca.  Directions: North of Bayfield on hwy 21, turn east on County Road #3 (Bayfield Rd). 1st side road turn north on Orchard Line #77697 on left. Near London. Click here for a map and directions. Also: Apples, currants, Saskatoon berries ( 5 acres), Peaches, Private parties, tearoom, gifts, preserves, bakery on site.
  • Century Orchards - Apples, cherries, pears, plums, and prepicked produce
    74881 Parr Line corner of Parr & Pavilion, Varna, ON N0M 2R0. Phone: 519-233-3464. Fax: 519-488-1074. Email us at: admin@centuryfarms.com. We are open July, August, September, October. Our hours are: Tuesday - Friday, 10 AM to 6 PM Saturday & Sunday, 8 AM to 8 PM Payment: Cash, Visa/MasterCard.
  • Dougall's Berries 'n' Veggies - strawberries, currants and veggies.
    R.R.#3 71880 London Road, Exeter, Ontario, N0M 1S5. Phone: 519 - 235-1491   Fax: 519 - 235-1571, Email: ron.dougall@odyssey.on.ca. Open: varies according to season May - September 8:00 am to 8:00 p.m.freshly picked produce - u-pick or we pick - order ahead or by chance.
  • Te-Em Farm - cucumbers, flowers, peppers, pumpkins, rhubarb, summer squash, winter squash, strawberries, tomatoes, other vegetables, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, and prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area
    77688 Orchard Line, Bayfield, ON N0M 1G0. Phone: 1-519-482-3020. Fax: 1-519-482-1496. Email us at: evanderwouden@tcc.on.ca. Directions:  R.R.#1  Take # 21 north of Bayfield to County rd #13 turn right to the first concession, Orchard line turn left and we are a short mile up the road on the right hand side. Click here for a map. Look forward to seeing you . We are open May, October. Our hours are: April daily 9-6 May to end of Strawberry season, Monday to Friday 8-8 Sat and Sun 9-6 Summer Mon -Saturday from  9-6 Sun 12-5 September Oct. Wednesday to Saturday from  9-6 Sun 12-5 closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard. We are also a complete garden centre greenhouse operation specializing in beautiful hanging baskets and premium quality geraniums plus other spring crops

Norfolk (Bookton, Maybee's Corners, Norfolk, Spring Arbour, Waterford, Wilsonville)

  • Austins - Strawberries, Raspberries
    RR#1, Waterford, ON, N0E 1Y0. Phone: 519-443-5837. Fax: 519-443-4909. Directions: 1 mile south of Bostow on Reg Road #5. Near Simcoe.
  • Blueberry Hill Estates - blueberries, restrooms, gift shop, concession stand (drinks, snacks and/or food), picnic area, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours
    1195 Front Rd, St Williams, ON N0E 1P0. Phone: 519-586-8712. Email: info@blueberryhillestatesca.com. Open: 7 days a week from 8-6 pm. Directions: See their website for directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard . Organic Blueberries, Farm Market with Fresh Produce, Baked Goods, Frozen Meats, Honey, Preservatives and much more, Eco Safari Tours, Fruit Winery, Bicycle Tours, and hosting the 2011 Canada Fruit and Veg Tech X-Change Show Sept 1 2 3, 2011. Their website says: "Our 35 year old chemical free 20 acre berry patch produces the sweetest berries that are hand selected sorted at maturity. Our patch overlooks the Long Point World Biosphere Reserve that has a micro climate unlike any other in Canada. This environment is ideal for naturally healthy berries that we sell fresh in season (July to October) and frozen throughout the year." (Suggested by a visitor, ADDED: January 23, 2011)

Waterloo (Breslau, Cambridge, Kitchener,North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot, Woolrich)

  • Anthony Fay - Strawberries, Raspberries
    RR#2, Breslau, ON. Phone: 519-648-2865. Email: ajdfay@hotmail.com. Directions: Hwy #7 midway between Kitchener & Guelph across from Waterloo Flower. Near Kitchener.
  • Herrle's Country Farm Market - Strawberries, Pumpkins
    1243 Erb's Road, Street, St. Agatha, ON N0B 2L0. Phone: 519-886-7576. Fax: 519-886-1101. Email: info@herries.com. 
    Directions:  Near Kitchener. Also: Sweet Corn, Peas, Beans, .Bakery, Frozen Yogurt & Market.
    Comments from a visitor on July 11, 2010: "I have taken my own children and my home daycare children to this farm for a few years now, and love it. The only pick your own they have now is the strawberries and they are so worth it! These strawberries practically melt in your mouth and are so sweet! If you missed the early season this year, they do still have some out in baskets inside; all the flavour without all the work of picking it yourself! I have never had a bad experience there. Small and friendly. I'll continue to go back there every year!"
    Comments from a visitor on July 08, 2009: "I have picked strawberries here for two years in a row, and twice already this season. I love this pick your own farm and recommend it. They also have a great market and bakery inside and even a play area for the children. I find the staff to ALWAYS be friendly and helpful."
  • Nauman's Farm & Country Market - pumpkins, raspberries, winter squash, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, corn maze, and prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, tractor-pulled hay rides
    3250 Hessen Strasse, St. Clements, ON N0B 2M0. Phone: 519-699-5524. Fax: 519-699-4601. Email us at: hnauman@sgci.com. Directions: from Weber & Benjamin Road turn onto Benjamin Road head west on Benjamin Rd to end of Benjamin Rd.(approx.6 KM from Weber St.Atend of Benjamin Road; turn right onto Kressler Road travell approx 50 feet on Kressler turn left onto Hessen Strasse go west on Hessen Strasse about 1KM to #3250 Hessen Strasse turn left into laneway BIG blue sign at end of Lane that says NAUMAN'S FARM . We are open July, August, September, October. Our hours are: Monday to Friday 9 AM to 6 PM Saturday & Sunday 9 AM to 6 PM raspberries open 1st week July till end of Aug. Corn Maze opens 1st weekend of August (Civic Holiday Weekend) till end of October Pumpkins from mid September till Oct.31 Farm Market opened from 1st week of July to Oct.31 Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard. Farm Market has locally grown produce, preserves and baked goods from our Mennonite neighbours. also flowers and plants and gifts.
  • Stoll's Strawberry Field - strawberries
    RR #12, Kitchener, ON,. Phone: 519-696-3411. Directions: From Kitchener, take Fisher Hallman east (Reg. Road 58) to Dundee Road (reg Road 12). Left at stop sign to first farm on left. From Ayr, follow Reg Road 50 north to Reg. Road 12. Turn right, watch for signs. Near Kitchener.

Wellington (Guelph, Mapleton, Minto, Puslinch, Wellington area)

  • Butt's Berry & Flower Farm - blackberries, blueberries, pumpkins, raspberries, strawberries, Honey from hives on the farm, prepicked produce
    5838 5th Line , Rockwood, ON n0b2k0. Phone: 519-856-0270. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in June, July, August, September, October. Open: Monday to Saturday 8am to 2:30pm to PYO, and 8am to 5pm(Roadside stand) No Sunday sales. Payment: Cash, only. (UPDATED: June 27, 2008)
  • Knapp's Country Market & Nurseries - U-pick strawberries.
    8066 Wellington Road 124, Guelph, ON. Phone: 519-824-1700. They grow and sell organic produce, other organic or naturally raised products.  (ADDED: July 02, 2008)
  • Marcy's Berries - Strawberries, Raspberries
    1747 Valens Road RR#3, Puslinch, ON, N0B-2J0. Phone: 519-623-0219. Fax: 519-623-0219. ALternate Phone: 519-623-0219. Email: keith.marcy@sympatico.ca. Directions:  RR#3, Reg. Road 97  Near Valens Conservation Area. 13km east of Cambridge. Near Hamilton, Kitchener, Guelph. Click here for a map.
  • Mapleton's Organic Dairy - ORGANIC, pumpkins, summer squash, Turkeys (organic, not-hormone-fed), snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    8548 Wellington County Road #7, Moorefield, ON N0G 2K0. Phone: 519-638-1115. Fax: 519-638-1116. Email: info@mapletonsorganic.ca. Open: Victoria Day to Labour Day - 7 days/week, 11am to 6pm Labour Day to Victoria Day - Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 5pm. Directions: Click here for a map. We sell delicious, organic ice cream, frozen yogurt, and fresh yogurt made right on our farm year round; We also have a demonstration barn (The Barnyard) open to the public which houses alpacas, donkeys, cows, turkeys, chickens, bunnies, and pigs; A newly planted cedar-hedge maze and a labyrinth is also available for visitors to explore; Visitors can also enjoy 2 1/2 hours of Farmers golf! See our website for more details. We are certified organic for all crops! Payment: Cash, Visa/MasterCard, AmEx. Our farm is certified organic and our products certified Local Food Plus. Many of the off-farm ingredients we use are certified Fair Trade. (ADDED: June 20, 2008)
  • Reroot Organic Farm - Organic, beans, peas, saskatoons, strawberries, tomatoes,
    5642 11th Line, Harriston, ON N0G 1Z0. Phone: 519-820-1891. Email: info@reroot.ca. Open: June 1 to October 31. Directions: RR#4 Click here for a map and directions. We are certified organic for some crops. Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page. (UPDATED: December 31, 2010)
  • White Rock Ostrich Farm - cucumbers, tomatoes, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, tractor-pulled hay rides
    RR # 2 13085 4TH Line, Rockwood, ON N0B2K. Phone: 519-856-1487. Email us at: dcs@golden.net. Directions: see our website. We are open August, October. Our hours are: See our website for dates. Pick your own Tomatoes- August; Pick your own Cucumbers- August; Pumpkins- October. Payment: Cash, Visa/MasterCard. Ostrich and Bison meat available. Weekends, concession stand open for delicious barbecued Ostrich Burgers, Ostrich Hotdogs and Bison Burgers.

York (Aurora, Georgina, King, Maple Hill, Markham, Newmarket, Vaughan, Whitchurch-touffville)

  • Puck's Farm, It's Fun! - corn (sweet), pumpkins, gift shop, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    16540 11th Concession, Schomberg, ON L0G 1T0. Phone: 905-939-7036 . Fax: 905-939-4632. Email: frazier. Directions: PUCK'S FARM is located 25 minutes from Hwy 400 and Hwy 401. FROM TORONTO: Take Hwy 400 north to Hwy 9: go WEST on Hwy 9 for about 7 minutes to King Con. 11; turn left and head SOUTH 1 & 1/2 miles (until you see the Puck's Farm sign on the front lawn). IF you're coming from Alliston, Tottenham or Orangeville etc., you need to find Hwy. # 9 and then head EAST on Hwy. #9 (Towards Hwy. 27 and TURN right on the 11th Concession; continue South until you see the PUCK'S FARM sign on the lawn. IF You're coming from BARRIE, come SOUTH on the 400 to Hwy 9. GO WEST on Hwy 9 for about 7 minutes to King Con. 11; turn left and head south 1 & 1/2 miles (until you see the Puck's Farm sign on the front lawn). (The 11th Concession is a couple of miles WEST of HWY. # 27) Hope these help get ya here.....If you get lost CALL 905-939-7036....We'll send out a search party if need be. Latitude: 43o58'36" degrees North Longitude: 79043'19" degrees West Attitude: Friendly Open: Week-Days 10-2 by appointment and Week Ends 10-5 NO Appointment Needed. Mid March with our WORLD'S LARGEST EASTER EGG HUNT thru end of October Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, AmEx.

Northwest Ontario

Grand Sudbury (Greater Sudbury, Walden, Capreol)

  • Josephines vegetables No Herbicide farm since 1982 - beans, beets, broccoli, carrots, corn (sweet), cucumbers, onions, peas, peppers, pumpkins, summer squash, winter squash, tomatoes, other vegetables, Other fruit or veg, and prepicked produce, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, birthday parties, school tours
    3316 St. Laurent Street, Greater Sudbury, ON P0M 1L0. Phone: 705-897-6302. Fax: N/A. Email: jrainville@can.rogers.com. Directions: once in greater sudbury, take paris to notre dame to hwy 80 ( this is all the same street just different names) then turn left or west on Valley View Road for 6 km. at our sign Josephines vegetables turn right. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in May, June, July, August, September, October, November. Open: May 1 till September 8 th. 8 am till 8 pm , 7 days a week After September 8 th. please call to schedule an appointment phone 705.897.6302 Payment: Cash, Visa/MasterCard, AmEx.
  • Ruby Berry Farm - rhubarb, strawberries, Honey from hives on the farm
    745 Joanette Rd, Chelmsford, ON P0M 1L0. Phone: 705-855-9901. Email: ncharbonneau16@yahoo.ca. Open: 7 days per week, during picking season. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: check website for specific directions 745 Joanette Road Chelmsford, ON Off Highway 144 North just outside Chelmsford in the Greater City of Sudbury. Click here for a map and directions. Strawberries late June - late July Fall Strawberries August - Fall. Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page. (ADDED: February 02, 2013)

Nipissing (Bonfield, Mattawa, North Bay)

  • Becker's Berry Patch - Strawberries
    73 Chapman's Landing Road, Nipissing, Ontario, P0H 1W0. Phone: 705-724-2077. Email: beckers@lincsat.com. Open: Check their website AFTER June 25th for their opening date! Becker's Berry Patch is a family operated pick-your-own strawberry farm nestled beside the South River in the village of Nipissing, Ontario. We invite you to visit us during our picking season to enjoy the wonderful outdoors, and the beautiful scenery along the south shore of Lake Nipissing. Directions: From north, exit hwy 11 at Lake Nosbonsing Road, & hwy 654 (south of Callander) follow hwy 654 west to Nipissingm turn right on Chapman's Landing Road. From south, exit hwy 11 at Powassan, follow hwy 534 to hwy 654. Turn right to Nipissing, then turn left on Chapman's Landing Road.
  • Schlosser Farm - strawberries, Maple Syrup from trees on the farm, U-pick and already picked, farm market
    63 Schlosser Line, Trout Creek, ON P0H2L0. Phone: 705-724-3144. Open: Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm, Saturday and Sunday 8am to 6pm. Directions: Schlosser Farm is a family operated produce farm with Pick your own strawberries. We also have asparagus in late spring, a wide variety of vegetables, corn around the first weekend in August and Potatioes. We also make our own syrup that is available all year round. Children are always welcome. We also attend the Powassan Farmers Market on Main Street every Saturday with Fresh Picked Produce. Click here for a map and directions. Strawberries are available late June to the Middle of July. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: June 25, 2009)

Thunder Bay

  • Belluz Farms - Yellow & Green Beans, Cucumbers, Melons, Saskatoons, Gooseberries, Strawberries & Raspberries
     RR6 Candy Mountain Drive, Thunder Bay, Ontario P7C 5N5. Farm Hotline: (807) 475-5181.  Greenhouse:  (866) 200-1011 ph/fax. Alternate phone: (807) 627-9080 ph. Email: info@belluzfarms.on.ca. Directions: Half mile west on Candy Mountain Dr, off hwy #130 (14km from airport). Helpful Links for Planning a Visit Weather Network Forecast,  or  Weather Radar or Map (detailed) to the Farm Saskatoons & Gooseberries: Available July-August, Fresh Picked to take home or Pick Your Own at the Farm. Strawberries & Raspberries: Available July-August, Fresh Picked to take home or Pick Your Own at the farm.  2005 prices: Strawberries: PYO: $3.25/L ($13.00/4L basket); Raspberries, PYO: $3.00/lb. Saskatoons: PYO: $10/4L basket.
 

Pick-your-own farms in Ontario, Canada 

This page provides a detailed list of Ontario, Canada's pick- your- own (PYO, U-pick, upickem, pick-it-yourself) farms.   I'm always looking for suggestions of more farms and events to add and feedback about any you have visited, so if you encounter any, just click on the preceding link, as appropriate!  And if you have a farm and want to add it or correct the information, please let me know!

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

Brant (Brant, Brantford, Bruce, Burtch, Cathcart, Hatchley, Paris)

Hamilton (Alberton, Glanbrook, Hayesland, Kirkwall, Lynden,Sheffield, Renforth, Rockton)

  • Laurenssen's farm market and greenhouses - Farm stand / farm market on a farm, Wide variety of seasonal, fruits and vegetables (some locally grown), Indoor market, Fresh local eggs, Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, asparagus, beans, beets, broccoli, corn (sweet), cucumbers, eggplant, onions, peas, peppers, summer squash, winter squash, tomatoes, Fresh eggs
    239 10th Concession East, Freelton, ON L0R 1K0. Phone: 905-659-2807. Open: Every day 8 am to 6. Directions: Located between highway 6 and center road. Click here for a map.  Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. (UPDATED: July 21, 2012)

Nipissing (Bonfield, Mattawa, North Bay)

  • Soutars' Highland Farm - Uses natural growing practices, Farm stand / farm market on a farm, Farmers market (multiple stalls or vendors), Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, all produce is sustainably grown, all produce is grown using IPM (integrated pest management), Fresh local eggs, Other fruit or veg,
    1000 Tower Dr, North Bay, ON P1B 8G2. Phone: 705-493-3679. Email: SoutarsHighlandFarm@gmail.com. Open: May to October produce available at the farm; Please call or email ahead to arrange visit/pick up or by chance. Directions: from the corner of Algonquin Avenue and Airport Road travel to top of Airport hill, turn right onto Tower Drive, travel 2 miles; 1000 Tower Drive is the last drive on the left before Lee's Road at bottom of hill on the right. From Highway #63 turn left on Lee's Road travel to end; turn left on Tower Drive; 1000 Tower Drive first driveway on the right. Click here for a map and directions. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, only. Soutars' Highland Farm also provides Natural Horse boarding, where horses live like horses. Donna's fresh hard neck Garlic available from end of July each year. (UPDATED: November 26, 2012)

Wellington (Guelph, Mapleton, Minto, Puslinch, Wellington area)

  • Heritage Hollow - No pesticides are used, Roadside stand, Fresh local eggs, Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, Crafts, artistic products, etc, pumpkins, Fresh eggs, porta-potties, farm animals, events at your location (call for info)
    5972 Second Line Erin RR #1, Orton, ON L0N 1N0. Phone: 519-278-5413. Email: brayfamily@heritagehollow.ca. Open: Free Range Eggs at Roadside Stand: Monday to Sunday, when available, May to December, 9 am to 6 pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Pumpkin Festival: Rain or Shine, Saturday, October 5, 2013, 9 am to 7 pm,. We do not use pesticides on the crops. Payment: Cash, only. Pumpkin Festival: Rain or Shine, Saturday, October 5, 2013, 9 am to 7 pm, Pick Your Own Pumpkins! Fun and Food!. Preserves, Jams, Jellies, Baked Goods. (ADDED: January 17, 2013)
  • Reroot Organic Farm - Organic, Roadside stand, Farm stand / farm market on a farm, Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, all produce is certified organically grown, Fresh local eggs, Turkeys (organic, not-hormone-fed), Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs
    5642 11th Line RR#4, Harriston, ON N0G 1Z0. Phone: 519-820-1891. Email: info@reroot.ca. Open: June 1 to October 31. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. We are certified organic for some crops. Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page. (UPDATED: December 31, 2010)

Grand Sudbury (Greater Sudbury, Walden, Capreol)

Thunder Bay

  • Boreal Edge Farm CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) - Uses natural growing practices, Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, Covered outdoor market,
    Rr #1 Marttinen Lane, Nolalu, ON P0T2K0. Phone: 807-475-8835. Email: borealedgefarm@gmail.com. Open: The Farm itself is open on a "call first" basis; We are almost always at the farm, however since the farm brings produce to the customer, the customer should verify that the farmers are home before they set out to visit; The farm is finished it's growing season 3 pm to 4 weeks after the last hard freeze. Picking updates: Click here for updates. Directions: Leave Thunder Bay on the Shabaqua Extension (new highway through William's Bog, a continuation of the harbour expressway. Follow the 11/17 extension to highway 588. Turn right. Follow to the dead end stop sign, turn right. Follow 588 to Nolalu, turn right on Old School rd, just previous to the community centre. Follow up to Marttinen rd, turn left. Follow Marttinen to the end farm is Fire # 5, with the National Farmers Union (NFU)sign. Click here for a map and directions. Community Supported Agriculture program runs 12 weeks in duration; Pick up for CSA is Wednesday evenings; Drop off begins last week in June/First week in July (depending on spring season temperatures); Grass Fed Beef is available in October. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, Cheque. We are a community supported agriculture farm. This means that we try to not only support Boreal Edge Farm, but other local farmers as well, to create a sustainable local farming community. Members purchase a share of the farm's vegetables in early spring, and then receive their share of the available vegetables over a 12 week period. Our share's include Bread and Eggs, however we are potentially offering this as a separate option for 2010. Brass Fed Beef is sold by the box. (20lb. box for $100) Includes 50% ground and 50% Top end cuts/roasts. (ADDED: October 14, 2009)
  • Mile Hill Farms - Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, all produce is sustainably grown, beans, beets, carrots, cucumbers, herbs/spices, onions, peas, pumpkins, rhubarb, summer squash, winter squash, tomatoes, other vegetables,
    South Gillies, Kakabeka Falls, Please choose one of the following... P0T 1W0. Phone: 807-939-7514. Email: renata@milehillfarms.ca. Open: Wednesday 3:30 to 7:00, Saturday 8am to 1pm at the Thunder Bay Farmer's Market. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From the Harbour Expressway: turn right onto Memorial Avenue and go past Intercity Shopping Centre. Turn left at the CLE into the Silvercity parking lot. Turn right in the parking lot. The Market is located in the Dorothy Dove building. Payment: Cash, Cheque. We follow organic principals in all aspects of our farm. We raise our own hay and grain. Our animals are pastured on our farm. Garlic, garlic scapes, leeks, salad greens, Asian greens, head lettuce. (ADDED: July 06, 2010)

Meats, Milk and Eggs:

Brant (Brant, Brantford, Bruce, Burtch, Cathcart, Hatchley, Paris)

Thunder Bay

  • Mile Hill Farms - Beef, Pork, Goat, No hormones used, No antibiotics used, 100% grass and/or grain fed, sausage, Bacon (pork),
    South Gillies, Kakabeka Falls, Please choose one of the following... P0T 1W0. Phone: 807-939-7514. Email: renata@milehillfarms.ca. Open: September October November. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From the Harbour Expressway: turn right onto Memorial Avenue and go past Intercity Shopping Centre. Turn left at the CLE into the Silvercity parking lot. Turn right in the parking lot. The Market is located in the Dorothy Dove building. Payment: Cash, Cheque. We follow organic principals in all aspects of our farm. We raise our own hay and grain. Our animals are pastured on our farm. (ADDED: July 06, 2010)

Wellington (Guelph, Mapleton, Minto, Puslinch, Wellington area)

  • Heritage Hollow - No pesticides are used, Chicken (free range), No hormones used, No antibiotics used, 100% grass and/or grain fed, Eggs (free range), Brown eggs, Specialty eggs (see below), No pets please, Fresh eggs, porta-potties, farm animals, events at your location (call for info)
    5972 Second Line Erin, Orton, ON L0N 1N0. Phone: 519-278-5413. Email: brayfamily@heritagehollow.ca. Open: Saturday and Sunday, from 9 am to 6 pm, September 22 to October 28, 2013. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Pumpkin Festival: Rain or Shine, Saturday, October 5, 2013, 9 am to 7 pm. We do not use pesticides on the crops. Payment: Cash, only. Pumpkin Festival: Rain or Shine, Saturday, October 5, 2013, 9 am to 7 pm, Pick Your Own Pumpkins! Fun and Food!. Pumpkin Festival Duck Eggs (on occasion - call first) Multi Coloured Chicken Eggs from different breeds. (ADDED: January 17, 2013)
  • Hidden Meadow Farm - Chicken (NOT free range), Beef, Pork, No hormones used, No antibiotics used, 100% Grass fed (includes finishing), Eggs (free range), horse-drawn hayrides, horse-drawn carriage rides, Horse-drawn sleigh rides (weather permitting), Fresh eggs
    5806 2nd Line, Erin, ON L0N 1N0. Phone: 519-855-6498. Email: geoff@canadianhorses.com. Open: Sunday to Saturday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: October 28, 2012)
  • Reroot Organic Farm - Organic, Chicken (free range), Turkey, Duck, Pork, Certified USDA organic, No hormones used, No antibiotics used, 100% grass and/or grain fed, Eggs (organic, free range, vegetarian fed), Farm market with fruits and vegetables, children welcome, Turkeys (organic, not-hormone-fed), Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs
    5642 11th Line RR#4, Harriston, ON N0G 1Z0. Phone: 519-820-1891. Email: info@reroot.ca. Open: June 1 to October 31. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. We are certified organic for some crops. Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page. reroot organic farm is a 70 acre property located on sandy-loam soil in Harriston, Ontario in the north part of Wellington County. Our farm is a small, diversified operation allowing us to produce a variety of high quality food and market it all locally. The farm consists of 3 acres of certified organic produce; lush green pastures, productive hayfields, a beautiful cedar bush, a small creek and a gorgeous old bank barn. We grow more then 40 types of vegetables and herbs; produce a wide-range of fruit; raise chickens, turkeys, laying hens and pigs outdoors on pasture; keep honeybees to pollinate our crops and produce tasty honey; and use our barn to offer shelter to our livestock. Our produce is certified organic, our livestock is raised according to organic standards but is not certified. In the near future we plan to add an orchard, grass-fed beef cattle, and grass-fed lamb. We love to have visitors to the farm, just contact us to make sure we'll be around. (UPDATED: December 31, 2010)

Local Honey Sources:

Grand Sudbury (Greater Sudbury, Walden, Capreol)

Wellington (Guelph, Mapleton, Minto, Puslinch, Wellington area)

Horse Rides and More:

Grand Sudbury (Greater Sudbury, Walden, Capreol)

  • Wagonwheel Ranch - Horse trails (guided), Horse ranches, Horses rented (guided trails), snacks, refreshments and/or concessions, Beautiful rural setting, Fishing nearby, hunting nearby, boating nearby, skiing nearby, snowmobiling nearby, horse riding, golf nearby, swimming pool nearby, tennis nearby, fitness/health club nearby, School tours, children welcome, No pets please, No smoking allowed, handicap accessible, meeting room available, beginners riding lessons, horse-drawn hayrides, horse-drawn carriage rides, Horse-drawn sleigh rides (weather permitting), concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    2200 Kenneth Dr., Val Therese, ON P3P 1S4. Phone: 705 969 8601. Fax: 705 969 8601. Email: kim@wagonwheelranch.net. Open: Monday through to Sunday 10am to 6pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page. Wagonwheel Ranch is open year-round and offers seasonal fun with Horses! Horse drawn Sleigh Rides in the Winter include a bonfire stop in the woods. Specialty Holiday Sleigh Rides available! Also offering Guided Horseback Riding for ages 6years and up! No experience needed!! Also offering Childrens Birthday Parties, Fall Harvest (seasonal in October only). Year Round Petting Farm! There's always a season to celebrate! Horsin' around is What WE Do Best at the Wagonwheel Ranch!!. (ADDED: November 15, 2012)

Wellington (Guelph, Mapleton, Minto, Puslinch, Wellington area)

Farm Venues for Events, Activities, Parties and Meetings:

Grand Sudbury (Greater Sudbury, Walden, Capreol)

  • Wagonwheel Ranch - Lighting, Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Reception, Birthday parties, Business meetings, Business outings, Corporate events, PR or Marketing events, Conferences, Filming or photo shoots, Classes, lectures or Speakers, School and educational groups, Daycare and preschool groups, Other Private Parties, Catering available, You may bring your own food, Tables and chairs are Provided , Some Linens and table silverware are provided, Bring your own linens and table silverware, Motel nearby, Corn maze, Pumpkin patch, sheep, goats, horses, chickens, pigs, llamas/alpacas, other animals, Horse riding at the farm, Beautiful rural setting, Hiking trails, Fax, Internet (Ethernet), Internet (Wireless), Phone available, Free Onsite Lot parking lot, children welcome, No pets please, Smoking allowed in designated areas, handicap accessible, meeting room available, concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    2200 Kenneth Dr., Val Therese, ON P3P 1S4. Phone: 705 969 8601. Fax: 705 969 8601. Email: kim@wagonwheelranch.net. Open: Open 7 Days a Week from 10am to 6pm for Horseback Riding Tours Open 7 Days a Week from 10am to 9pm for Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides Closed on December 25th. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page. (ADDED: November 15, 2012)
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Ball Enamel Waterbath Canner, Including Chrome-Plated Rack and 4-Piece Utensil Set
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Home Canning Kits

Features:


* All the tools you need for hot waterbath canning - in one comprehensive set!
* Complete with 21 1/2 qt. enameled waterbath canner
* Also includes canning rack, funnel, jar lifter, jar wrencher, bubble freer, tongs and lid lifter.
* A Kitchen Krafts exclusive collection.

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. 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!
Ball Enamel Waterbath Canner, Including Chrome-Plated Rack and 4-Piece Utensil Set

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Lids, Rings, Jars, mixes, pectin, etc.

Need lids, rings and replacement jars?  Or pectin to make jam, spaghetti sauce or salsa mix or pickle mixes?  Get them all here, and usually at lower prices than your local store!

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Picking Tips

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Illustrated Canning, Freezing, Jam Instructions and Recipes

[ All About Home Canning, Freezing and Making Jams, Pickles, Sauces, etc. ] [FAQs - Answers to common questions and problems] [Recommended books about home canning, jam making, drying and preserving!] [Free canning publications to download and print]