Where in West-Central Michigan 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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West-Central Michigan'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!

Clare County

Michigan Farm Fresh Produce Market - herbs/spices, lavender, Honey from hives on the farm, Maple Syrup from trees on the farm, porta-potties
11507 S. Rodgers Avenue, Clare, MI 48617. Phone: 989-284-8251. Alternate Phone: 2848251. Email: joecrawfordonline@gmail.com. Open: Open Daily from daylight until dark May 15th thru Novemeber 30th; We have an honor box available when we are not at the market; We are at the market daily from 10:00 am to 8:00 Pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, WIC Vouchers, SFMNP Vouchers. Click here for our Facebook page. (ADDED: January 19, 2012)

Gladwin County

Ionia County

Bird Berry Farm - blueberries, raspberries (Autumn, red), strawberries, some already-picked produce
5256 Belding Road, Belding, MI 48846. Phone: (616) 794-5041. Open: Strawberry hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 7:00 pm; Saturday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm; Sunday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm; Call the farm in early July for blueberry hours and middle August for raspberry hours. Directions: 2 1/2 miles east of Belding on the corner of M-44 (Belding Road) and Johnson Road. Click here for a map and directions. Strawberries: early June to early July, Blueberries: early July to middle/late August, Fall Raspberries: middle/late August to first frost. Payment: Cash, Check. Pick-your-own strawberries are sold by the pound. You buy and pick into our U-pick boxes. Ready-picked are sold in quarts and 8 quart flats. Pick-your-own blueberries are also sold by the pound. You buy and pick into our plastic bags that fit into pails. Ready-picked blueberries are sold by the quart and 10 pound boxes. Pick-your-own raspberries are sold by the quart so you'll need quart boxes or we have them for sale. We encourage people to call and order their ready-picked berries. (UPDATED: May 30, 2009) (UPDATED: August 09, 2011)
Hanulcik Fruit Farm - strawberries
1425 N. M-66 (N. State Rd.), Ionia, MI 48846. Phone: (616) 527-3630. Open: daily during harvest seasons for pick-your-own OR ready-picked Strawberries (June), Ready-picked Peaches & Plums (August) & Ready-picked Apples (September-October). Directions: 1 1/2 miles north of M-21, Ionia, MI. (UPDATED: August 19, 2009)
Hanulcik Fruit Farm Pick-Your-Own Orchard - peaches, apples
1727 N. Jefferson Road, Ionia, MI 48846. Phone: (616) 527-3630. Alternate phone: (616) 527-2144. Open: weekends during harvest season for pick-your-own peaches (August) and pick-your own apples (September-October). Directions: 1 3/4 miles north of M-21. Visit our web site for delicious recipes and information about this third generation family farm. (ADDED: August 19, 2009)
KlineKrest Certified Organic Produce - Certified Organic, apples, asparagus, apricots, blueberries, boysenberries, cherries, chestnuts, currants (red and black), eggplant, flowers, gooseberries, grapes, herbs/spices, melons, nectarines, other berries, pears, peaches, pecans , persimmons, plums, rhubarb, saskatoons, winter squash, strawberries, tomatoes, walnuts,
1067 Somer Road, Lyons, MI 48851. Phone: 616-902-1587. Email: Larry.E.Kline@gmail.com. Open: June to November, daily, from 8am to 4pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. We are certified organic for all crops! Payment: Cash, Check. 135 varieties of fruits, nuts and berries. Many unusual small fruits and berries. 45 varieties of Culinary, Medicinal, Native herbs. (ADDED: April 22, 2011) (UPDATED: January 09, 2012)
Paulson’s Pumpkin Patch - Strawberries (in Spring), raspberries
11164 W Belding Road, Belding, MI 48809. Phone: 616-794-0922. Directions: 3 mi. W of Belding on M-44 or 13 mi. E of Rockford. Open: June-Nov, daily 9 am to dark.

Isabella County

McIntosh Orchard - cherries and plums
1731 W Remus Road, Mt. Pleasant, MI Phone: 989-773-7330. Apple cider (not pasteurized), 9 varieties of apples for sale in our sales room including Transparent and Northern Spy. U-pick cherries and plums. Zonta Club Applefest 1st Saturday, of Oct. up to 90 crafters, music, food and children's entertainment. Open: July for cherry season and late August to 1st week of December ., 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Directions: 5-1/2 miles W of Mt. Pleasant on M-20 on S side of highway.
Moody's Blueberries - blueberries, and prepicked produce, restrooms, picnic area
9720 Beckley Road, Blanchard, MI 49310. Phone: 989-561-2578. Email: deezbluz@power-net.net. Directions: From Mt. Pleasant, west on M-20. Left on Coldwater Road 7 miles till dead ends. Turn right on West Pleasant Valley, around the curve, over the river, go left on Beckley. Only property on Beckley. Click here for a map to our farm. Crops are usually available in July, August, September. Open: Monday to Saturday 9am to 7pm Payment: Cash, Check. The same family has been growing blueberries for more than 50 years! We cater to elderly and handicapped folks -- drive right out in the patch to pick! We also sell locally grown honey and maple syrup. (UPDATED: May 03, 2008)
Papa’s Pumpkin Patch - Strawberries, pumpkins
3909 S Summerton Road, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858. Phone: 989-773-7750. Email: papaspumpkinpatch@yahoo.com. Open: all year, Fri-Sun 3-6pm; in season daily 3pm-dark, Fri-Sun 11am-dark. Directions: From Mission St. in Mt. Pleasant, go 2 mi. E on Broomfield Road, then 1/8 mi. N to S Summerton Road. From US-127 take M-20 go E 1/2 mi. to Summerton Road, then S on Summerton Road approx. 2 mi. to 3909 S. Summerton. Papa’s Pumpkin Patch is the home of the Michigan Maze and Michigan's Field of Dreams. Visit Michigan's largest display of farm toys and collectibles, pumpkins, gourds, crafts, and other fall decorations. Hayrides and gator train rides available. Group tours by appointment. (UPDATED: September 28, 2010)
Rhynard's Blueberry Farm - blueberries
Shepherd, MI Phone: 989-828-6954. U-pick or already picked blueberries and honey. Open: in season, usually July 10th-to Labor Day, daily, dawn to dusk. Directions: From Mission Street, take M-20 7 miles E of Mt. Pleasant to Chippewa Road, then S 2-3/4 miles; Or from US-27, Shepherd Exit, go E 2-1/2 miles to Chippewa Road, then 3-1/4 miles N.

Kent County

Afton Berry Farm - blueberries
Kent City, MI. Phone: 616-675-5919.
Blok Orchard – blueberries
6365 4-Mile Road, NE Ada, MI 49301-9624. Phone: 616-676-1153
E Beltline to Knapp, E 4-1/2 mi. to Egypt Valley, N to 6365 4-Mile Road. Many varieties of apples, peaches, nectarines, also many vegetables, pumpkins, melons, mums, & u-pick blueberries. Open: Aug- December , Monday to Saturday 9 am to 5:30pm.
Bob Alt Farm - strawberries
Comstock Park, MI. Phone: 616-784-1676. U-pick and already-picked strawberries in June. Already-picked raspberries in July. Call for availability times & hours. Directions: Between Comstock Park and Sparta, 2 miles E from M-37 Ave. at 6955 N. Division
Country Basket - apples and pumpkins
1185 Nine Mile Road NW, Sparta, MI 49345. Phone: 616-784-0218. U-pick apples and u-pick pumpkins, fresh cider, fresh donuts, jams, jellies, honey, cherry concentrate, petting zoo, goat ramp and school tours. Open: September 1-November 1, Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 6 p.m. Sun. 11 am to 6 pm. Directions: Drive N from Grand Rapids on M-37 (Alpine Ave.) to the corner of 9 Mile, NW and M-37. Country Basket is on the NW corner of 9 Mile and M-37, 1185 9 Mile, Sparta.
Ed Dunneback & Girl's Farm - apples, strawberries, pumpkins
3025 6 mile Road, NW Grand Rapids, MI 49544. Phone: 616-784-0058. Email: dunnebackfruit@aol.com. Apples, strawberries (u-pick and ready-picked), asparagus, sweet cherries, apple cider, caramel apples, donuts, pumpkins, squash, tomatoes, cornstalks, Indian corn, straw bales, recipes, play area, miscellaneous farm market items and more! Open: mid-May thru Oct. seasonal hours. Please call for more information. Directions: Located approx. 10 minutes NW of downtown Grand Rapids, Exit 26 (Fruit Ridge Ave.) off I-96, travel 3 miles to 6 Mile Road, Go east on 6 Mile Road, 1-1/4 miles to farm at corner of Peach Ridge Ave. Strawberries available mid-June. Come pick your own, or call ahead and order them all packed and ready to go. Hours are seasonal – 8:00a to 7:00p, depending on weather conditions and ripening.
Fruit Ridge Farm Market - apples, cherries, pumpkins, raspberries (red), porta-potties
9000 Fruit Ridge Avenue NW, Sparta, MI 49345. Phone: 616-887-7013. Email: info@fruitridgefarmmarket.com. Open: Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 6 pm; Saturday and Sunday, from 9 am to 2 pm. Directions: 96 West (Towards Muskegon) Exit 26 (Fruit Ridge Ave) Turn right on Fruit Ridge Avenue (Heading North) Located 1 mile north of 10 Mile Road (4 way stop) on right side of road. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. (UPDATED: July 06, 2011) (ADDED: January 10, 2011)
Fruit Ridge Hayrides - apples, pumpkins, hayrides or sleighrides, corn maze
11966 Fruit Ridge NW Kent City, MI 49330. Phone: 616-887-5052. Email: fruitridgehayrides@msn.com. Directions: N of Grand Rapids: US-131 N to I-96, I-96 W to Exit 26 (Fruit Ridge Ave.) Take Fruit Ridge Ave. N approximately 10 miles to 11966 Fruit Ridge Ave. between 14 Mile Rd. and 15 Mile Rd. on the E (right) side of the road. Open: for year 'round horser-drawn hayrides or sleighrides by appointment, open to the public for walk-up hayrides and u-pick apples/pumpkins beginning the second weekend in September to through October (to November 2 in 2008), weekends only: Fridays, 5 - 9 pm, Saturdays , 12 pm - 9 pm, Sundays , 12 pm - 5 pm. Year 'round horse drawn hayrides or sleighrides thru rolling orchard country, family and corporate parties, Fall weekend hayrides to u-pick apples, pumpkins, Fall harvest items, petting zoo and pony rides. Also, a 15-acre corn maze for hours of fun, as well as apples, pumpkins, cider, and goodies that can be enjoyed in our picnic area. Apple varieties: Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Spy, Rome, Honeycrisp. (UPDATED: June 25, 2009)
Goodfellow's - cherries, restrooms
2565- 12 Mile Road NW, Sparta, MI 49345. Phone: 616-887-0825. Email: applequeen2565@yahoo.com. Open: Monday through Saturday from 9:00am to 7:00pm; and Sunday from noon to 7pm . Directions: from the South- M-37 (Alpine Avenue ) north to 12 mile road. Turn left (west), the farm is 3/4 of a mile down 12 mile. Located on the right hand side of the road. from the North- 131-S to exit 101 (14 mile Rd) to Edgerton Avenue , turn left, go 1 mile to 13 mile Rd, turn right. Travel through town of Sparta, to traffic light at M-37 (past McDonald's). Turn left. Travel 1 mile, turn right onto 12 mile, the farm is 3/4 of a mile down 12 mile. Located on the right hand side of the road. Click here for a map and directions. U-Pick Black sweet cherries- mid June, early July; Tart cherries, late June- early July; Seasons vary based on weather, please call or e-mail for exact dates; We also keep a mailing and e-mail list to notify customers of the season start each year; Easy to pick trees, no ladders, family friendly! Children welcome, but PLEASE no pets; We provide picking buckets, please bring your own containers to carry your fruit home; We suggest large plastic, glass or cardboard (lined with newspaper) containers (shallow works best). Payment: Cash, Check. Find us on Facebook, search Goodfellow Orchards! (UPDATED: July 01, 2011)
A visitor writes: "I don't think they were totally organic but they did use alternative methods to keep away unwanted guests (ex. plastic owls, and a cannon that shot off every so many minutes to scare off the animals) . Last year was the first year we found them and they were great! They allowed my entire family to pick and the cherries were great. We picked 50 lbs in about 45 minutes. "
Heritage Blueberries - blueberries,
12151 Stebbins Ave, Sparta, MI 49345. Phone: 616-887-1452. Alternate Phone: 616-450-2611. Email: heritageblueberry@att.net. Open: mid-July through August, Monday through Friday 8 am to 6 pm; Saturday 8 am to 1 pm; Sunday's closed. Directions: Option 1: From 13 Mile Road (in Sparta) go North about 2 miles on Stebbins/River Road. Farm on left (look for signs) drive behind house. Option 2: From Highway 131 take 14 mile (Sparta) exit, East to Edgerton(1/8 mile), turn left (south) to 13 Mile Road, turn right (east)to Stebbins/River Road (about 10 minutes). Option 3: From M-37 (Alpine Ave) turn East on Division (becomes 13 Mile Road), go through Sparta downtown, over the railroad track, to Stebbins/River Road and turn left (North). Click here for a map and directions. Blueberries: mid July thru August average picking calendar; Call for specific opening or closing day(s). Payment: Cash, Check. Three acres of manicured rows, easy picking, families welcome, shade tent / water available. U-pick, or order blueberries for pick-up. Two miles from downtown Sparta. $1.70 / lb for U-Pick; $2.50 / lb. for orders (UPDATED: July 15, 2011) (ADDED: July 02, 2011)
Klenk Orchards - sweet cherries
3888 Ten Mile Road, Sparta, MI 49345. Phone: 616-887-9631. Email: cklenk@comcast.net. Open: end of June-July, Monday thru Saturday 7am - 8pm, Sunday 9am-5pm. U-pick sweet cherries in a family friendly atmosphere! Already-picked cherries as well starting end of June-July. Specialty apples available per telephone orders. Call for apple orders starting end of Aug. Directions: Located on SE corner of 10 Mile Road & Fruit Ridge Ave. at 3888 10 Mile Road, Take M-37 to 10 Mile Road, go W onto 10 Mile, 5 miles Or take I-96 to Fruit Ridge Ave. Exit, go N 6 miles. (UPDATED: June 20, 2010)
Krupp Farms - raspberries, strawberries, and prepicked produce, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, petting zoo
8025 Krupp Avenue, Comstock Park, MI 49321. Phone: 616-887-8271. Fax: 616-887-5334. Email us at: Paul@kruppfarms.com. Directions: See our website for directions or Take 131 Expressway North to Post Drive, exit #95, take a left, go to Pine Island Drive, take a right to 9 Mile Road, take a left and go until you reach Krupp Avenue, take a right farm is one half mile on lefthand side. Click here for a map to our farm. Crops are usually available in June, July, August. Open: U-pick Monday to Saturday starting at 7am. Call for afternoon availability. Picked berries Monday to Saturday 8am - 6pm, call to place your order. Closed on Sunday. Asparagus Fresh Snapped May into June Strawberries U-pick or picked June into July Raspberries U-pick or picked July into August Rhubarb picked July into August Payment: Cash, Check. Farm fresh, snapped Asparagus, May into June; Strawberries, U-pick and picked June into July; Rhubarb and Raspberries, July into August. Visit our petting zoo and ice cream shop. Handicapped accessible, restrooms available.
Morse Brothers - strawberries, pumpkins
Comstock Park, MI. Phone: 616-784-4776 / 616-784-5359. strawberries, u-pick and already picked in June; pumpkins in October.
Post Farms - Uses natural growing practices, blackberries, blueberries, currants (red and black), flowers, gooseberries, herbs/spices, pumpkins, raspberries (red), raspberries (Autumn, red), raspberries (black), U-pick and already picked, restrooms
9849 Myers Lake Avenue Ne, Rockford, MI 49341. Phone: 616-874-7569. Email: postfarmmarket@gmail.com. Open: Monday thru Saturday, from 8am to 5pm, closed Sundays, until October 1st. Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. Directions: Summertime stand for Pick-Your-Own and Pre-picked produce is located at the intersection of 12 Mile Road and Myers Lake Avenue. 12 mile dead-ends into our entrance and parking lot. For Pumpkin harvest in October, the stand is moved just south on Myers Lake Avenue to our 9849 Myers Lake Avenue NE address. This patch and stand should be easily visible on the west side of the street just south of 12 Mile Road. Click here for a map and directions. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, Check. (ADDED: June 27, 2011)
Robinettes Apple Haus - apples, cherries
3142 4 Mile NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525. Phone: 616-361-5567. Email: Bigapple@Robinettes.com. U-pick cherries in July. Peaches for sale in Aug. thru September. Apples from late July thru May. Apple cider is made fresh from September thru May and frozen cider available in the summer. Year 'round bakery and lunches served. Preserves, candies, popcorn, maple syrup, cherry juice and gift boxes. Open: Labor Day thru December . 31, Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 5:30 p.m. Sun. 1-5:30 p.m. Jan.-Aug., Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 5:30 pm. Directions: 3142 4 Mile Road, NE, Grand Rapids. Located at the corner of 4 Mile Road, and East Beltline Ave. Just 4 miles N of I-96. Click here for our Facebook page. (UPDATED: September 29, 2011)
Sandy Bottom Berries - blueberries, currants (red and black), gooseberries, raspberries (red), raspberries (black),
11555 Sandy Bottom Road, Rockford, MI 49341. Phone: 616-225-9376. Email: sandybottomberries@juno.com. Open: see website for farm hours and fruit availability. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From Grand Rapids, Michigan. North on US 131 to the Greenville exit (M57 or 14 Mile Road), go east approximately 9 miles to Wabasis Avenue. Go north 1/2 mile, the road heads east around Sandy Bottom Lake and becomes Sandy Bottom Road where is turns to gravel. Continue east 1/2 mile on the gravel road to the farm. Click here for a map and directions. See website for hours and availability. Payment: Cash, Check. (UPDATED: August 05, 2009)
Sietsema Orchards & Cider Mill - apples, pumpkins,
8540 2 Mile Rd, Ada, MI 49301. Phone: 616-676-5584. Email: sietsemaorchardsandcidermill@gmail.com. Open: Friday and Saturdays 10 am to 6 pm. Directions: East Beltline to Knapp. Knapp East to Honey Creek. Honey Creek South through "s" curve to 2 mile East. Go half mile east on 2 Mile Road and we are on the south side of the road next to Goodwillie Environmental school and across from the red and white tower. Click here for a map and directions. Starting September 3 we will be open every Friday and Saturday through thanksgiving; Make sure to call/email or check our facebook page to see availability of peaches prior to September 3. Payment: Cash, Check. (ADDED: July 13, 2010) (UPDATED: September 07, 2010)
Steffens Orchard Market - apples
4344 13 Mile Road, Sparta, MI 49544. Phone: (616) 887-2404. Directions: The market is located 2.3 miles west of M 37 and Sparta Village on 13 Mile Road. Open: August 1 - November 15; 10 am to 6 pm, Monday- Saturday; 12 pm to 6 pm on Sunday. Many varieties of apples including Honey Crisp, Gala and Spy. We have already picked or U-pick from August 15 to ? depending on the varieties We also have sweet corn, blueberries and peaches in season, cider, caramel apples, fresh and frozen pies, jams and jellies and many other items. Come and enjoy a wonderful view and beautiful orchards. Apple varieties: Ginger Gold, Gala, Spy, Jonathan, Jonagolds, Red & Yellow Delicious, Paulared, MacIntosh, Fugi, Empire, Honeycrisp.
Vertical Paradise Farms - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, corn (sweet), pumpkins, tomatoes, Fresh eggs, restrooms
3422 76th Street, Caledonia, MI 49316. Phone: (800) 516-3488. Email: questions@vpfarms.com. Open: Spring/Summer/Fall Hours: Monday to Saturday, from 9 am to 6 pm; Closed Sundays; Please visit our website for more information. Directions: Located about 15 minutes southeast of Grand Rapids, Michigan in Caledonia. Click here for a map and directions. Our retail is open from April 15 to October 31; We continue to grow throughout the winter and sell our "Living Lettuce" to local grocery stores; However, we always have some available for sale in front of our greenhouse!. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. (ADDED: October 05, 2009)
Versluis Orchards - blueberries, restrooms
249 Maynard Ave NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504. Phone: 616-453-1574. Open: Call for for hours and availability. Directions: off Lake Michigan Drive; Call for directions. Payment: Cash, only. (Suggested by a visitor, ADDED: July 21, 2010) (UPDATED: August 31, 2010)
A visitor writes on July 21, 2010: "I like it. Good prices, port-a-john, quiet"

Lake County

Mason County

Christofferson Farms - apples, apricots, blackberries, cherries, nectarines, pears, peaches, plums, raspberries (red), raspberries (Spring, red), raspberries (Autumn, red), U-pick and already picked
3441 South Morton Road, Ludington, MI 49431. Phone: 231-845-5831. Alternate Phone: 231-233-5281. Email: hattrickred@gmail.com. Open: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. Directions: From the city of Ludington: Head south on the Old PM Highway to Chauvez Road. Turn left (east) on Chauvez Road, and follow it to Morton Road, approximately 2 miles. Turn right (south) on Morton Road. We are the second house on your right (west side), a large brick house with black shutters. Go up the driveway and park. Honk the horn if no one comes out - we are probably out in the orchards. Click here for a map and directions. Please call for specific availability of varieties. Payment: Cash, Check. If you would like to visit the farm outside of our normal business hours, please call to make other arrangements. For more specific information on varieties and types of fruit available, please call us and we will be happy to answer your questions. (UPDATED: February 11, 2011)
Couturier Blueberry Farm Inc - blueberries, prepicked produce, restrooms
2687 N. Jebavy Drive, Ludington, MI 49431. Phone: (231) 845-5664. Fax: 231-845-5664. Directions: 3-1/4 miles north of Ludington Avenue/US-10 on Jebavy Dr. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in July, August, September. Open: "7 days a week from 9am to 8pm". U-pick start around the 3rd week in July and run till Labor Day. Payment: Cash, Check. (UPDATED: July 21, 2008)

Mecosta County

Montcalm County

Anderson & Girls Orchards/Gifts – cherries, strawberries, apples
2985 N Sheridan Road, Stanton, MI 48888. Phone: 989-831-4228. Email: andergirls@cmsinter.net. Directions: 3 mi. N of Stanton or 5 mi. S of M-46 on M-66
Some U-Pick is limited: strawberries (one weekend), apples (one weekend). We have a wide variety of items to offer. Anything from apples & peaches to jams & jellies. Our upstairs is filled with beautiful gifts. Stop by our bakery for a fresh pie & donut. The petting area has lots of animals waiting for your visit. Open: April- December , daily 9 am to 6pm.
Birds Blueberry Plantation - blueberries,
11901 S. Greenville Road, Greenville, MI 48809. Phone: (616) 794-0348. Email: kathyhall@grar.com. Open: Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 7 pm and Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm. Directions: M44 (Belding Road ) East from Northland Dr. North on M91 to corner of Bricker Road and M 91. Approximately 30 minutes NE of Grand Rapids. Click here for a map and directions. Opening on July 8, 2010; Call for availability. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: July 07, 2010)
Klackle Orchards - apples, pumpkins, wagon rides
Greenville, MI. Phone: 616-754-8632. Pick your own apples (20 varieties) & pumpkins. Wagon rides, petting zoo, cider, donuts, pies, caramel apples, jams & jellies, etc. Musical groups, concessions, 14 acre theme corn maze. Kids art activities. Open: Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 6 p.m. Sun. 12-6 pm. Directions: M-57 W of Greenville, 1 mile N side of highway. Apple varieties: Paulared, Redfree, Adane, Gingergold, Jonamac, Golden Supreme, Gala, MacIntosh, Jonagold, Courtland, Honeycrisp, Empire, Jonathan, Golden Delicious, Red Delicous, Northern Spy, Mutsu, Rome, Ida Red, Fuji, Braeburn
Watts Orchard - U-pick apples and strawberries (I haven't confirmed that they are pick-your-own)
Howard City, MI. Phone: 231-937-4094. We have all home-grown fruits and vegetables that are in season, plus, approximately 500 other farm related items. Country atmosphere in the middle of an orchard farming operation. Open: May to December ; Sunday and Saturday 7am-7pm, everyday including Sundays and holidays. Weekend bake goods. Directions: Take Exit 118 E. to Howard City city limits, turn right, first road follow signs into market or take old federal highway, Washburn Street, follow signs into orchard farm market (1/4 mile off federal or 1/4 mile off M-82, follow signs, market is in center.

Muskegon County

Dave’s Harvest Basket - sweet cherries, apples, peaches
17485 Apple Ave. Casnovia, MI 49318. Phone: 616-675-5384. Directions: 1 st Place W. - Southside Road, From corner M-37 & Apple Ave. (M-46) same Road, Always call ahead! All homegrown fruits & vegetables picked at optimum ripeness. We make the difference! Easy access & unique special gifts available. Fall theme includes hayrides, picnic areas, bon fires, barbeques, children & adults climbs & rides of various nature. Call ahead for specials, times, & group rates. Open: May-Oct, daily 10am-6pm.
Dietrichs Harvest Basket - strawberries, apples, pumpkins w/wagon rides
Casnovia, MI. Phone: 616-675-5384. We offer u-pick strawberries, asparagus, blueberries, sweet corn, peaches, u-pick apples, u-pick pumpkins w/wagon rides, picnic areas and a petting zoo. Open: May-October 31, daily, 9 am to 6 p.m. Weekend hours vary. Directions: We are located on M-46 (Apple Ave.) just W of M-37 & M-46 junction in Casnovia. We are E of Muskegon & NW of Grand Rapids.
Hyatt Family Blueberries - blueberries
Whitehall, MI. Phone: 231-893-8965. U-pick blueberries. 2004: $3.00 for 7 lb. pail (standard gallon pail.) Open: 8:30am to 6:30pm Monday through Saturday when berries are ripe (typically mid-July) until harvest is complete (usually Labor Day or shortly after). Directions: 6082 Zellar Road, Whitehall. From US-31 take White Lake Dr. exit and go W; continue on White Lake Dr. about 4 miles to Zellar Road; turn left (S) and travel 1-1/8 miles First house S (1/8 miles) of Lakewood Road, on E side of road. Price is $1.25/lb or $7.00 for the 1 gal picking pail. (UPDATED: July 18, 2011)
Palmer's Blueberries - blueberries, U-pick and already picked, restrooms, picnic area
4099 Dame Road, Whitehall, MI 49461. Phone: 231-893-4500. Email: lindasoraruf@yahoo.com (don't email, please call). Open: Monday to Friday, from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm; Saturday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm; closed Sundays. Directions: From US-31 take White Lake Dr. exit and go West; continue on White Lake Dr. about 4 miles to Zellar Road; turn left (South) and drive 1 1/2 miles to Dame Road on left (dirt road); entrance down Dame Road on right. Click here for a map and directions. Open July to September. Payment: Cash, Check. Other Blueberry products for sale: Blueberry preserves, blueberry syrup, blueberry mustard, and blueberry BBQ sauce. (ADDED: June 26, 2010)
R & K Blueberries and Greenhouse - blueberries, pumpkins,
1790 Mount Garfield Road, Muskegon, MI 49444. Phone: 231-578-4008. Alternate Phone: 231-798-3138. Fax: 231-798-3138. Email: jortaysam@msn.com. Open: Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 7 pm; Saturday, from 9 am to 4 pm. Directions: We are located in Fruitport right behind JC Penney's at The Lakes Mall. One mile east off US31 between Grand Haven and Muskegon. Click here for a map and directions. Strawberries middle two weeks in June; Cherries available second week in July; Blueberries available Mid June to September; Pumpkins and other fall items available in October; Greenhouse open May 1. Payment: Cash, Check. (ADDED: July 14, 2009)

Newaygo County

Angle Acres Chestnuts - chestnuts,
M 37, Grant, MI 49327. Phone: 231-834-5436. Email: bmajeske@att.net. Open: Every Saturday in October 2:00 to 5:00 pm. Directions: 1 Mile North of Grant on M37. Look for signs. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: August 30, 2011)
Heritage Farms - strawberries, Cider mill (fresh apple cider made on the premises), prepicked produce, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, farm animals, school tours
1858 S. Maple Island Road, Fremont, MI 49412. Phone: 231-854-3276. Fax: 231-854-1425. Email: heritage@ncats.net. Directions: 3.5 miles South of Hesperia on M-120; 10 miles NW of Fremont, take 82 West, turn right on M-120 and go 3.5 miles; 25 miles North of Muskegon, take 31 North to the Fremont M-120 exit, turn right and stay on M-120 for 25 miles. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in June, July, August, September, October. Open: May through October: Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 8 pm, and Sunday 11 am to 6 pm November and December : Monday to Saturday 9 am to 6 pm , and Sunday 11 am to 5 pm. Strawberries: May to June; Corn maze is open in October; Hayrides are on the weekends or by reservation during the week; Our market is open until Christmas Eve. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. We carry seasonal fruits and vegetable, honey, jams, maple syrup, bulk spices, bakery goodies, cheese, jerky. (UPDATED: August 25, 2008)
Kemperman's Blueberries - Blueberries
1587 W. 32nd, Fremont, MI, 49337. Phone: 231-924-0317. Open: during blueberry season only, and there is a port-a-john available. Payment: Cash only.
Nelson's Farm Market - pyo strawberries, cherries (possibly other pyo fruit, too)
11108 Gordon Avenue, Grant, MI 49327. Phone: 231-834-8441.
A visitor writes on August 19, 2008: "Just wanted to let u know that nelson's also has a great spot for kids with Llamas, goats, chickens, sheep, donkies, piggies, etc.."
Thiebouts Blueberry Farm - blueberries
6540 West 92^nd Street, Fremont, MI 49412. Phone: 231-924-0229. Formerly Maxon's Blueberry Farm.

Oceana County

Heritage Farm Market - pick-your-own tomato patch and pumpkin patch
1888 S Maple Island Road, Fremont, MI 49412. Phone: 231-854-8846. Email: heritage@ncats.net. Directions: Located 3-1/2 mi. S of Hesperia on M-120/ 10 mi. NW of Fremont, take 82 W; turn right on M-120/ 25 mi. from Muskegon, take 31 to M-120 Exit & go 25 miles. Open: August 3- December . 24, Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 5:30 pm and also on Sun. 12-5 p.m. in Oct. only. We have a variety of fresh produce including sweet corn, peppers, cucumbers, apples, and a pick-your-own tomato patch. Another popular attraction is our pick-your-own pumpkin patch. We feature fresh apple cider and a bakery that has caramel apples, donuts and muffins. In addition, we have jams, honey, maple syrup and bulk spices.
Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm - apples, pumpkins, prepicked produce, farm market, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
4180 West M-20, New Era, MI 49446. Phone: 231-861-5730. Fax: 231-861-5773. Email: info@lewisfarmmarket.com. Directions: Take US 31 north to New Era exit. Go east 1/4 mile and we are on your left. Click here for a map and directions. Open: Our farm market is open May till October 31; Please call for hours. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. (ADDED: November 20, 2008)
Satterlee Small Fruits - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, blackberries, currants (red and black), raspberries (red), raspberries (Spring, red), raspberries (Autumn, red), raspberries (yellow), raspberries (black), rhubarb,
3056 West Buchanan, Shelby, MI 49455. Phone: 231-861-2755. Alternate Phone: 231-301-2659. Email: oliversam@frontier.com. Open: First week of July through the first hard freeze; 9am to dark but please call first for availability. Directions: One mile north of Shelby on Oceana drive, turn right onto Buchanan. Proceed about 1/6 mile to the top of the hill farm is located on the north side. From Hart turn south onto Oceana drive travel about 5 miles and turn left on to Buchanan. Proceed about 1/6 mile to the top of the hill farm is located on the north side. Click here for a map and directions. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Check. Our farm is opening for the first time July of 2012. Many of our plants are three years old and will have their first good crops. We will be adding more and different plants this year. (ADDED: January 24, 2012)
Veenstra Farm - strawberries
8570 Roosevelt Road, Holton, MI 49425. Phone: 231-821-0182. Email us at: veenstrafarm@ncats.net. Directions: From the corner of M-82 and M-120 go one mile north on M-120 then turn left on Roosevelt Road. Go one mile to 200th Ave. and turn right then go one quarter mile and turn left on Strawberry Lane. (We are 6 miles west and 1 1/4 north of Fremont, MI) And for a map to our farm, Click here. Open: Monday through Friday 7 am to 7 pm Saturday 7 am to 3 pm Strawberries: Mid June through the first of July Payment: Cash, only.

Osceola County

Ottawa County

Cook's Strawberries - strawberries
13353 - 60th Avenue, Coopersville, MI 49404. Phone: 616-837-8764. Email: cookie@allcom.net. Open: Call for availability for days and picking hours, also for already picked berries. Directions: I-96 Coopersville exit, turn south to Leonard Street, east one mile to 60th Avenue, turn right and farm is on the right. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. (ADDED: June 02, 2010)
A visitor writes on July 04, 2011: "My family and I went to Cooks late in the season and where very impressed! We picked them ourselves and where very happy with them. Can't wait to make jam with them in a couple days!"
Dekleine Cherry Farm - sweet and tart cherries
Hudsonville, MI. Phone: 616-896-8453. U-pick sweet and tart cherries. Pitting available. Fun family activity. Open: Monday to Saturday, 8 am to 7 p.m. No Sunday sales. Directions: Located 4 miles S of Hudsonville on 32nd Avenue, or one half mile south of Byron Road. 1887 32nd Avenue, Hudsonville.
A visitor writes on July 18, 2009: "Great fun for the whole family! Staff is friendly and helpful and love the option of having the cherries cleaned and pitted for a small extra charge. The tart cherries taste fantastic, I now have a pantry full of pie fillings and jams :)"
De Lange's Redberry Farm - strawberries, raspberries, pumpkins
5723 Port Sheldon, Hudsonville, MI. Phone: 616-875-6026. Email: dlredberryfarm@gmail.com. Lots of strawberries in June, pick your own or we'll pick for you. Red raspberries in August and September, then along with the pumpkins, squash, apples, gourds, and other fall attractions. Directions: DeLanges is 3 miles W. of Hudsonville on Port Sheldon St. 1/4 mile W. of 56th Ave. From Holland, N. on US-31 to Port Sheldon Street, then E. about 10 miles. Open: June; September-October. (UPDATED: September 07, 2009) (UPDATED: July 15, 2010, from their website)
DK Orchards (formerly Vince Brown Farms) - apples, strawberries, blueberries, tomatoes, raspberries and peaches, pumpkins, corn maze
18203 8th Avenue, Conklin, MI 49403. Phone: 616-899-5400. We also have picked prunes, peaches, apples, sweet corn, broccoli, tomatoes, squash, Indian corn, and pumpkins. We also have a peacock pen, large straw bales for jumping, corn maze for kids under 12 yrs, wagon rides for u-pick customers. Directions: I-96 Exit 25 near Marne 4-1/2 miles N on 8th Ave. Open: June-October (apples are sold by appt only Nov-Jan); Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8am - 7pm, and Saturday 8am - 5pm until Halloween. We offer free wagon rides for u-pick. Corn maze for kids 12yrs & younger. A giant chair in front of the old farm house for pictures. Picnic area. Restrooms, Fresh Cider during apple time. No additional fees. Please call ahead for a U-pick schedule. Pre-picked Apples: Paula Red, Ginger Gold, Gala, McIntosh, Cortland, Empire, Jonalicious, Jonagold, Ida Red, Golden Delicious, Red Delicious, Spigold, Northern Spy, Fuji, Honeycrisp and many more available in the fruit stand already picked. Other Fruit: U-pick strawberries, blueberries, tomatoes, raspberries and peaches. We also grow Apricots, Stanley Prunes, Pears, Nectarines and many types of vegetables. (UPDATED: September 10, 2009)
A visitor writes on July 13, 2011: "The other comment about them no longer offering u-pick apples is wrong. Only near the end of the season do they stop...I was just there picking raspberries today and she confirmed it..Thanks!
A visitor writes on October 07, 2010: "According to the answering machine, this farm no longer offers u-pick apples. Too bad :( Our family really enjoyed the orchard last year. "
A visitor writes on July 25, 2010: "We visited DK Orchards in Michigan (northwest of Grand Rapids) and had a great time. We were first-timers and the woman there was very helpful and patient. The store there has samples and great produce for sale. The farm is out in farmland and not right off the highway, which made it a nice drive and good for kids to see other farms nearby."
Dykstra's U-Pick - Blueberries
7411 56th Avenue, Hudsonville, MI. Phone: 616-669-6436. Open: Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, closed Saturdays and Sundays. (Suggested by a visitor, ADDED: August 05, 2009)
A visitor writes on August 05, 2009: "We picked some great blueberries last year, then went back 3 more times! Nice size plants, no bending required. Very easy to park and pick."
Joe Gavin Orchards - sweet cherries, pumpkins
Coopersville, MI. Phone: 616-837-6472. U-pick sweet cherries in early July. Already picked apples, squash, gourds, Indian corn, pumpkins and sweet cider, Sept.-Nov. Open: Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 7 p.m. Sun. 12-6 pm. Directions: I-96 W to Exit 19 (48th Ave.). Halfway between Grand Rapids and Muskegon. 1/2 mile N, 1 mile E, 3/4 mile N (40th Ave.) Follow signs.
Gold Barn Blueberries - blueberries
15985 Quincy St. Holland, MI 49424. Phone: 616-399-6267. Email: jdevries@wmol.com. Directions: US-31 to Quincy St, turn W go 4 miles. We have u-pick and already picked blueberries available daily. Open: July-Aug, Monday to Saturday 8am-8pm, Closed Sunday.
Irvine Blueberries - Uses natural growing practices, U-pick blueberries, already-picked blueberries, restrooms, picnic area
8172 66th Avenue, Hudsonville, MI 49426. Phone: 616-613-6895. Email: irvineblueberries@gmail.com. Open: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 am to 8 pm Saturday from 8 am to 6 pm Sunday from 8 am to 5 pm. Directions: From M-45 turn left onto 56th Avenue until Bauer Road Turn Right on Bauer Road then left on 66th and we are about 1/3 mile down on the left hand side. Click here for a map and directions. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organic. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for our Facebook page. We grow heirloom variety non-certified Organic blueberries just 30 minutes from Grand Rapids. Our berries are especially flavorful for eating and baking!. (ADDED: July 23, 2009) (UPDATED: October 14, 2011)
A visitor writes on August 01, 2010: "Super nice people and beautiful blueberry bushes. All organic. Definitely the best blueberries we have ever had. Bring a bag with you to take your blueberries home in!!!!"
S. Kamphuis Blueberries, Ltd. - blueberries, U-pick and already picked, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area
4140-148th Avenue, Holland, MI 49424. Phone: 616-399-9545. Open: Monday to Friday, from 9am to 8pm; Saturday 9am to 5pm; Closed Sunday. Directions: from US31 go west on Quincy Street 2.5 miles to 148th Avenue turn right to farm. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. (Suggested by a visitor, ADDED: February 18, 2009) (UPDATED: May 11, 2010)
A visitor writes on February 18, 2009: "Friendly, fun and great blueberry picking experience!"
KennyGarden Farms - blueberries, U-pick and already picked
15586 Greenly Street, Holland, MI 49424. Phone: (616) 994-0447. Alternate Phone: (616) 886-0318. Email: blueberries@yonkerfamily.com. Open: Wednesday to Saturday from 9am to 2pm. Directions: Take US 31 or Butternut Drive to Riley Street. Take Riley West to 152nd Avenue, go North on 152nd to Greenly Street, turn West on Greenly Street to 15586 (red pole barn on South side of road) Proceed South along driveway about 1/4th mile to back of acreage where our home is located. I will be expecting you per arranged appointment time. Click here for a map and directions. Blueberries: July 14 to August 27. Payment: Cash, only. Come and experience a clean, mature field for fresh picking of large, sweet, healthy, blueberries. Print (or mention) this ad and bring a friend for a 10% discount on your days harvest. Around August 18 we should have a selection of green and yellow beans, tomatoes, and peppers. Please phone ahead for appointment time. See you in the berry patch!. (ADDED: July 06, 2010) (UPDATED: July 13, 2010)
Moelker Orchards Farm Market – cherries
0-9265 Kenowa Ave. SW Grand Rapids, MI 49544. Phone: 616-453-2585. Email: tbmoke@altelco.net. Directions: Take Riverbend Dr. W off M-11 (Wilson Ave.) in between Grandville & Standale 1/2 mi. to Kenowa Ave. - go right 300 ft. Visit Moelker Orchards for Michigan cherries, peaches, pears, plums, & apples in season, right from our orchards. We also offer apple cider, jams, fruit salsas, maple syrup, honey, cherry juice concentrate, pumpkins, squash, caramel apples, & unique gift baskets. Join us for horse drawn wagon rides on Saturdays in October. Open: July-Jan, Monday to Saturday 8:30am-6pm.
Peaceful Acres Farm - pumpkins, strawberries, already-picked produce
11195 Rich Stret, West Olive, MI 49460. Phone: 6169471872. Alternate Phone: 616-499-5914. Email: sgeurink@altelco.net. Open: By appointment only; Call for picking hours; Closed on Sundays. Directions: will be given by phone. Click here for a map. Strawberries: June 1 to June 20. Payment: Cash, Check. (UPDATED: May 19, 2009)
Rasch Cherries -

Reenders Blueberry Farms - blueberries,
9981 West Olive Road (us 31), West Olive (between Grand Haven & Holland), MI 49460. Phone: 6168425238. Email: audreyreenders@gmail.com. Open: Monday through Saturday 8:00am to 6:00pm. Directions: on the west side of US31 between grand haven and Holland. 1 mile south of M-45. Click here for a map and directions. mid July to mid September. Payment: Cash, Check. Also, already picked black cherries, blueberries, peaches, gift items, ice cream, pop, plums, cards, jams, syrup, blueberry plants, pies, and muffins. (UPDATED: July 23, 2009)
Venroy Blueberries - blueberries
14564 84th Avenue, Coopersville, MI 49404. Phone: 616-837-6482. Email: bluegal@altelco.net. Directions: I-96 at Coopersville Exit #16 S on 68th Ave.
to Garfield St. W on Garfield St. 2 mi. to 84th Avenue, turn S and go 1 mi. to the farm on the left. Blueberries for U-pick or blueberries can be ordered ready picked. We provide picking pails and tie ropes however customers bring own containers for transport home. Open: mid July-mid Aug, Monday to Friday 8am-dusk, Saturday from 8am-5pm.
Vince Brown Farms - new owners, see DK Orchards above
(UPDATED: August 10, 2009)
Wa-Hu Blueberry Farm- blueberries
15411 Greenly Road, Holland, MI. Phone: 616-218-3691, or 616-399-449.
Wells Orchards - Cherries, pumpkin patch, corn maze
O-8993 Kenowa SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49534. Phone: 616-453-5919. Open: Monday to Saturday, June to March; see their website for hours. Corn Maze. Payment: cash, check, credit cards, Project Fresh Coupons.
A visitor writes on August 01, 2009: "Family farm. Would love to see on your site!"
A visitor writes on June 09, 2009: "Love it. " (Suggested by a visitor, ADDED: June 09, 2009)
Winkel Chestnut Farm - chestnuts, Honey from hives on the farm, gift shop, restrooms
10788 Garfield, Coopersville, MI 49404. Phone: 616-895-1332. Alternate Phone: 616-560-7743. Email: ChestnutF@aol.com. Open: Wednesday to Sunday, from 12 pm to 5 pm. Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. 2009 U-pick chestnuts September 30 through middle October. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard. Chestnut roasting on Saturdays throughout harvest. (ADDED: October 01, 2009)
Woodland Enterprises Inc. - blueberries, already-picked produce, restrooms
10821 Pierce St,, Zeeland, MI 49464. Phone: 616-875-8853. Open: Monday thru Friday - 8am to 8 pm; Saturday - 8am to 3pm; Closed Sundays. Directions: From M-45 (Lake Michigan Drive); Take 104th Avenue south 1 mile. Turn right (West) on Pierce Street. Go .5 mile on Pierce and the farm in one the right side of the road (North). (Roads are not paved). Blueberries; Mid-July to mid-August. Payment: Cash, Check. We now have Strawberries and Raspberries available to purchase (already picked). Please call ahead for availability. (ADDED: July 23, 2008) (UPDATED: August 06, 2009)
A visitor writes on July 19, 2010: "We love Woodland. It is a wonderful, family-run blueberry farm that has become a tradition in our family. "
A visitor writes on July 06, 2009: "I've picked blueberries for 30 years. When I found this farm five years ago I was thrilled! Excellent berries, different varieties, well-manicured rows, helpful/pleasant workers. . . can't say enough good things about the picking experience at Woodland Enterprises! "

Pick your own farms in Michigan, Counties Macomb through Ottawa

From apples, blueberries, strawberries and vegetables through Christmas trees, they're all here. Whether you call them PYO, U-pick or 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 click on the link to "add my farm".

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Home Canning Kits

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! To see more canners, of different styles, makes and prices, click here!For more information and current pricing:

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

Clare County

Michigan Farm Fresh Produce Market - Roadside stand, Farm market, not located on the farm, Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, all produce is sustainably grown, all produce is grown using IPM (integrated pest management), Indoor market, Covered outdoor market, Fresh local eggs, Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, Crafts, artistic products, etc, Honey from hives on the farm, Maple Syrup from trees on the farm, porta-potties
11507 S. Rodgers Avenue, Clare, MI 48617. Phone: 989-284-8251. Alternate Phone: 2848251. Email: joecrawfordonline@gmail.com. Open: Open Daily from daylight until dark May 15th thru Novemeber 30th; We have an honor box available when we are not at the market; We are at the market daily from 10:00 am to 8:00 Pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Market updates: Click here for updates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, WIC Vouchers, SFMNP Vouchers. Click here for our Facebook page. The Michigan Farm Fresh Produce Market offers a great selection of locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables. Our own farm located three miles from the market and we grow fresh herbs right at the market near the North bound U.S. 27 Clare Exit. Stop by and see all the fresh produce we have. We are open from Mid May thru November. We also offer a huge selection of fall decorations, pumpkins and crazy looking gourds. Enjoy fresh squeezed apple cider, maple syrup, and honey as well. (ADDED: January 19, 2012)

Isabella County

McIntosh Orchard - Farm stand / farm market on a farm,
1731 West Remus Road, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858. Phone: 989-773-7330. Open: Seasonal only: early July for cherries, August for peaches and pears, September and October for apples; Please call ahead before coming, to verify fruit is in season and that salesroom is open. Directions: 5 and 1/2 miles west of Mount Pleasant on M20, on south side of highway. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. In transition to organically grown fruit for sale by order and also in our salesroom, as available. (UPDATED: October 16, 2011)
Rosebush Farm Market - Wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, Wide variety of seasonal, fruits and vegetables (some locally grown), Indoor market, Fresh local eggs, Preserves, jams, jellies, restrooms, events at your location (call for info)
3814 North Mission Road, Rosebush, MI 48878. Phone: (989) 433-5402. Open: We are a seasonal market, opening in mid to late April until late November to early December; Monday to Saturday, from 9 am to 7pm; Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm. Directions: We are located just south of the light in Rosebush, on the East side of the road. From US127, take the Rosebush exit and head west to the light. Go left (South) about 1/8 of a mile on Mission Road, we are on the left!. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. We host a Haunted Greenhouse every Halloween for the local kids. This year will be our 3rd year, and the kids love it!. We offer a lot more than fruits and vegetables! We carry over 100 varieties of bulk garden seed, annuals, perennials, vegetable flats, hanging baskets, pumpkins, ornamental items, deer feed, bulk and bagged mulch, and the list goes on!. (ADDED: September 06, 2010) (UPDATED: September 07, 2010)

Kent County

Fruit Ridge Farm Market - Farm stand / farm market on a farm, Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, porta-potties
9000 Fruit Ridge Avenue NW, Sparta, MI 49345. Phone: 616-887-7013. Email: info@fruitridgefarmmarket.com. Open: U - Pick cherries: Friday to Sunday, from 9am to 2pm. Directions: 96 West (Towards Muskegon) Exit 26 (Fruit Ridge Ave) Turn right on Fruit Ridge Avenue (Heading North) Located 1 mile north of 10 Mile Road (4 way stop) on right side of road. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Sweet and Tart Cherries. Fruit Ridge Farm Market & U-Pick prides itself on growing fresh delicious fruit right on "The Ridge". Bring your family for a great learning experiance, and pick or buy your own apples, cherries, raspberries and blueberries. Also you can visit our farm market to purchase a variety of locally grown produce. Please call ahead for seasonal hours. (ADDED: January 10, 2011) (UPDATED: July 06, 2011)
Heidi's Farmstand - Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, all produce is grown using IPM (integrated pest management), Indoor market, Fresh local eggs, Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, apples, asparagus, beans, beets, blueberries, broccoli, cherries, corn (sweet), cucumbers, melons, nectarines, onions, pears, peas, peaches, peppers, plums, pumpkins, raspberries (red), raspberries (Autumn, red), rhubarb, summer squash, winter squash, strawberries, tomatoes, other vegetables, Other fruit or veg, Honey from hives on the farm, Maple Syrup from trees on the farm, picnic area, school tours
11999 Cascade Rd, Lowell, MI 49331. Phone: 616 897 6707. Email: info@heidisfarmstand.com. Open: May 1st to December 23; May and June: Hours Monday to Friday 6 am to 6 pm; Saturday 7:30 am to 6:00 pm; July through October: Monday to Friday 6 am to 6:30 pm Saturday 7:30 am to 7:30 pm; November and December: 6 am to 6 pm; Saturday 8:00 am to 5pm; ALWAYS CLOSED ON Sunday. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From I-96. Exit 52 (Lowell) North 1/2 Mile to stoplight. Located on the northwest corner. Click here for a map and directions. Strawberries June-Fall Freeze; Summer Festival 3rd weekend of July; Corn Maze is open Labor Day to Thanksgiving. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. Summer Strawberries, Artichokes. (ADDED: September 27, 2010)
Peach Ridge Farms - Garden stand on a residence, Farm stand / farm market on a farm, Wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, some produce is sustainably grown, some produce is grown using IPM (integrated pest management), Indoor market, Fresh local eggs, Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, apples, asparagus, beans, beets, blackberries, broccoli, carrots, cherries, corn (sweet), cucumbers, eggplant, flowers, grapes, herbs/spices, melons, nectarines, onions, pears, peas, peaches, peppers, plums, pumpkins, raspberries (red), raspberries (Spring, red), rhubarb, summer squash, winter squash, strawberries, tomatoes, Other fruit or veg, Turkeys (organic, not-hormone-fed), Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs, farm animals
4350 Peach Ridge Avenue, Grand Rapids, MI 49544. Phone: 616-647-9043. Email: chickens@peoplepc.com. Open: 8 to 8 every day. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. (ADDED: April 24, 2011)
Sietsema Orchards & Cider Mill - Indoor market, apples, peaches, pumpkins,
8540 2 Mile Rd, Ada, MI 49301. Phone: 616-676-5584. Email: sietsemaorchardsandcidermill@gmail.com. Open: Friday and Saturdays 10 am to 6 pm. Directions: East Beltline to Knapp. Knapp East to Honey Creek. Honey Creek South through "s" curve to 2 mile East. Go half mile east on 2 Mile Road and we are on the south side of the road next to Goodwillie Environmental school and across from the red and white tower. Click here for a map and directions. Starting September 3 we will be open every Friday and Saturday through thanksgiving; Make sure to call/email or check our facebook page to see availability of peaches prior to September 3. Payment: Cash, Check. (ADDED: July 13, 2010) (UPDATED: September 07, 2010)
Vertical Paradise Farms - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, Covered outdoor market, Uncovered outdoor market, Fresh local eggs, Fresh eggs, restrooms
3422 76th Street, Caledonia, MI 49316. Phone: (800) 516-3488. Email: questions@vpfarms.com. Open: Spring/Summer/Fall Hours: Monday to Saturday, from 9 am to 6 pm; Closed Sundays; Please visit our website for more information. Directions: Located about 15 minutes southeast of Grand Rapids, Michigan in Caledonia. Click here for a map and directions. Our retail is open from April 15 to October 31; We continue to grow throughout the winter and sell our "Living Lettuce" to local grocery stores; However, we always have some available for sale in front of our greenhouse!. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. We are in the business of producing fresh fruits and vegetables, using innovative methods of growing, marketing and distributing of our products. We use hydroponic technology to grow our fruits in our greenhouse. Fruits such a all varieties of tomatoes and peppers (Sweet, Bell, Hot). Our winter crop is our signature "Living Lettuce". Leaf lettuce that is grown hydroponically and sold with the root, yielding the freshest lettuce to the customer!. (ADDED: October 05, 2009)

Oceana County

Heritage Farm Market - pick-your-own tomato patch and pumpkin patch
1888 S Maple Island Road, Fremont, MI 49412. Phone: 231-854-8846. Email: heritage@ncats.net. Directions: Located 3-1/2 mi. S of Hesperia on M-120/ 10 mi. NW of Fremont, take 82 W; turn right on M-120/ 25 mi. from Muskegon, take 31 to M-120 Exit & go 25 miles. Open: August 3- December . 24, Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 5:30 pm and also on Sun. 12-5 p.m. in Oct. only. We have a variety of fresh produce including sweet corn, peppers, cucumbers, apples, and a pick-your-own tomato patch. Another popular attraction is our pick-your-own pumpkin patch. We feature fresh apple cider and a bakery that has caramel apples, donuts and muffins. In addition, we have jams, honey, maple syrup and bulk spices.
Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm - apples, pumpkins, prepicked produce, farm market, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
4180 West M-20, New Era, MI 49446. Phone: 231-861-5730. Fax: 231-861-5773. Email: info@lewisfarmmarket.com. Directions: Take US 31 north to New Era exit. Go east 1/4 mile and we are on your left. Click here for a map and directions. Open: Our farm market is open May till October 31; Please call for hours. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. (ADDED: November 20, 2008)
Satterlee Small Fruits - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, Farm stand / farm market on a farm, Covered outdoor market, blackberries, currants (red and black), raspberries (red), raspberries (Spring, red), raspberries (Autumn, red), raspberries (yellow), raspberries (black), rhubarb,
3056 West Buchanan, Shelby, MI 49455. Phone: 231-861-2755. Alternate Phone: 231-301-2659. Email: oliversam@frontier.com. Open: First week of July through the first hard freeze; 9am to dark but please call first for availability. Directions: One mile north of Shelby on Oceana drive, turn right onto Buchanan. Proceed about 1/6 mile to the top of the hill farm is located on the north side. From Hart turn south onto Oceana drive travel about 5 miles and turn left on to Buchanan. Proceed about 1/6 mile to the top of the hill farm is located on the north side. Click here for a map and directions. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Check. Our farm is opening for the first time July of 2012. Many of our plants are three years old and will have their first good crops. We will be adding more and different plants this year. (ADDED: January 24, 2012)

Muskegon County

R & K Blueberries and Greenhouse - Covered outdoor market, blueberries, cherries, pumpkins, strawberries, tomatoes,
1790 Mount Garfield Road, Muskegon, MI 49444. Phone: 231-578-4008. Alternate Phone: 231-798-3138. Fax: 231-798-3138. Email: jortaysam@msn.com. Open: Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 7 pm; Saturday, from 9 am to 4 pm. Directions: We are located in Fruitport right behind JC Penney's at The Lakes Mall. One mile east off US31 between Grand Haven and Muskegon. Click here for a map and directions. Strawberries middle two weeks in June; Cherries available second week in July; Blueberries available Mid June to September; Pumpkins and other fall items available in October; Greenhouse open May 1. Payment: Cash, Check. (ADDED: July 14, 2009)

Ottawa County

Winkel Chestnut Farm - chestnuts, Honey from hives on the farm, gift shop, restrooms
10788 Garfield, Coopersville, MI 49404. Phone: 616-895-1332. Alternate Phone: 616-560-7743. Email: ChestnutF@aol.com. Open: Wednesday to Sunday, from 12 pm to 5 pm. Picking updates: Click here for updates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. 2009 U-pick chestnuts September 30 through middle October. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard. Chestnut roasting on Saturdays throughout harvest. Seasonal market throughout chestnut harvest. (ADDED: October 01, 2009)

Local Honey Sources:

Kent County

Heidi's Farmstand - Honey (retail), Honey from hives on the farm, Maple Syrup from trees on the farm, picnic area, school tours
11999 Cascade Rd, Lowell, MI 49331. Phone: 616 897 6707. Email: info@heidisfarmstand.com. Open: May 1st to December 23; May and June: Hours Monday to Friday 6 am to 6 pm; Saturday 7:30 am to 6:00 pm; July through October: Monday to Friday 6 am to 6:30 pm Saturday 7:30 am to 7:30 pm; November and December: 6 am to 6 pm; Saturday 8:00 am to 5pm; ALWAYS CLOSED ON Sunday. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From I-96. Exit 52 (Lowell) North 1/2 Mile to stoplight. Located on the northwest corner. Click here for a map and directions. Strawberries June-Fall Freeze; Summer Festival 3rd weekend of July; Corn Maze is open Labor Day to Thanksgiving. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. (ADDED: September 27, 2010)
Peach Ridge Farms - Honey (retail), Clover honey, Comb honey, Turkeys (organic, not-hormone-fed), Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs, farm animals
4350 Peach Ridge Avenue, Grand Rapids, MI 49544. Phone: 616-647-9043. Email: chickens@peoplepc.com. Open: 8 to 8 every day. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. (ADDED: April 24, 2011

Ottawa County

Winkel Chestnut Farm - Honey (retail), Raw honeys, Honey from hives on the farm, gift shop, restrooms
10788 Garfield, Coopersville, MI 49404. Phone: 616-895-1332. Alternate Phone: 616-560-7743. Email: ChestnutF@aol.com. Open: Wednesday to Sunday, from 12 pm to 5 pm. Picking updates: Click here for updates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. 2009 U-pick chestnuts September 30 through middle October. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard. Chestnut roasting on Saturdays throughout harvest. Chestnut & Wildflower Honey,. (ADDED: October 01, 2009)

Maple syrup sugarworks:

Clare County

Michigan Farm Fresh Produce Market - Medium maple syrup, Dark amber maple syrup, Organic maple syrup, Honey from hives on the farm, Maple Syrup from trees on the farm, porta-potties
11507 S. Rodgers Avenue, Clare, MI 48617. Phone: 989-284-8251. Alternate Phone: 2848251. Email: joecrawfordonline@gmail.com. Open: Daylight until dark May 15th thru November 30th. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Venue updates: Click here for updates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, WIC Vouchers, SFMNP Vouchers. . We sell fresh maple syrup we make from our own sugar maple trees on our farm. (ADDED: January 19, 2012)

Horse Rides and More:

Mecosta County

Four Green Fields Farm - snacks, refreshments and/or concessions, School tours, children welcome, restrooms, picnic area, birthday parties, school tours
15693 Wilson Road, Rodney, MI 49342. Phone: 231-580-1463. Email: fourgreenfieldsman@yahoo.com. Open: We offer horse drawn wagon rides during Maze hours and we will also book private rides anytime during the week. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From the west take M-20 through Big Rapids to Colburn Avenue and turn left. Go 4 miles to 160th Avenue & turn left. Go 1/2 mile to Wilson Road follow the signs. From the east take M-20 to 157th Avenue take it to 16 Mile Road & turn left go 300 feet & turn right on 160th. Go 1/2 mile to Wilson Road and follow the signs. To find our farm using a GPS or internet direction site use the address of 16600 160th Avenue Rodney, Michigan. A map is available on our home page. Click here for a map and directions. Corn Maze opens September 17, 2011. Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page. We do private horse drawn wagon rides in the fall and sleigh rides in the winter. We include use of our warming house, picnic tables, and fire pit in the basic charge. (ADDED: January 31, 2011)

Oceana County

Double JJ Resort - Boarding stables, Overnight stables, Horse trails (guided), Horses trails (unguided), Dude ranches / Guest ranches, Riding academies, schools, Cattle drive adventures, Horses rented (guided trails), Dude ranches / Guest ranches, Riding academies, schools, Horse riding lessons, equipment & instruction, Western riding equipment & instruction, Jumping lessons and ring, Fresh farm breakfasts, Lunches offered, Farm dinners, snacks, refreshments and/or concessions, Tent camping, horses not allowed at the campsite, Trailer / Caravan hookup, sewer, etc, Hotel / Motel nearby, Wedding facilities, Beautiful rural setting, Hiking trails, Fishing onsite, Swimming pool onsite, snowmobiling nearby, washer and dryer available, Fishing nearby, boating nearby, snowmobiling nearby, horse riding, golf nearby, swimming pool nearby, tennis nearby, Within an easy drive to an Interstate road, School tours, children welcome, Pets welcome, Vegetarian meals available, handicap accessible, meeting room available, beginners riding lessons, specialty riding lessons, horse-drawn hayrides, horse-drawn carriage rides, Horse-drawn sleigh rides (weather permitting), gift shop, concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours
5900 Water Road, Rothbury, MI 49452. Phone: (231) 894-4444. Alternate Phone: (800) 368-2535. Fax: (231) 894-3977. Email: info@doublejj.com. Open: Horse activities available year - round; Seasonal offerings vary, so please be sure to call the resort before planning any activities. Directions: Double JJ Ranch & Golf Resort is located 20 miles north of Muskegon, an easy three-hour drive from both Detroit and Chicago. * From Detroit, take I-96 West to Muskegon * From Chicago, take I-94 East to Benton Harbor * Travel North on US-31 to Mile Marker 136, and take Winston Road /Rothbury exit. Turn right (east) off exit onto Winston Road. Approximately 1/2 mile later, turn left (North) onto Water Road. You have now entered Double JJ Country. Welcome!. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. Click here for our Facebook page. Welcome to Michigan's premier family vacation destination, Double JJ Ranch, Waterpark and Golf Resort! Double JJ offers three unique activities all at one resort. Come explore miles of scenic horseback trails, perfect for riders of any skill level and age. Experience the thrill of our indoor waterpark, Michigan's tallest indoor water- slide, a lazy/crazy river, wave pool, and plenty of kids play areas. Don't forget to bring the clubs to play our Arthur Hills designed Thoroughbred Golf Club. (ADDED: April 04, 2011)

Wholesale Foods

Grand Rapids County

Peach Ridge Farms - some produce is sustainably grown, some produce is grown using IPM (integrated pest management), Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, Wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, Turkeys (organic, not-hormone-fed), Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs, farm animals
4350 Peach Ridge Avenue, Grand Rapids, MI 49544. Phone: 616-647-9043. Email: chickens@peoplepc.com. Open: 8 to 8 every day. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Csa ---Consumer supported agriculture. (ADDED: April 24, 2011)

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