the Kansas City area of Missouri U-Pick Farms - 2019 PickYourOwn.org

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Looking for a local, pick-your-own farm in the Kansas City area of Missouri?  Scroll down this page and you will see the U-Pick farms in the Kansas City area of Missouri, sorted by county. Those that offer organic or sustainably grown produce are identified by the words "organic" and/or "sustainable" in Green, next to their name  (see "What does Organic mean?"). The U-pick crops they offer follow the name of the farm. To search the page for a specific crop, use Ctrl-F (or on an ipad or Mac, use their "search on this page" function) If they have a website, the name will be in blue and underlined; click on it and it will open their website. If you find anything outdated or inaccurate, see the customer and farmer menus (as appropriate) at the top menu bar to submit updates and corrections and help me keep each current!

New! Pricing information - I am building a pricing guide to help you know what the typical prices are for each crop.

Remember to always check with the farm's own website or Facebook page before you go - or call or email them if they don't have a website or Facebook page. Conditions at the farms and crops can change literally overnight, so if you want to avoid a wasted trip out there - check with the farm directly before you go! And if you know of any farms I missed and want to add a farm, please let me know!   I'm making updates for this year as fast as I can - if you find anything out-of-date, wrong or not working - please let me know!

What's in season in July 2019, and other timely information:

Notes for July 2019: Summer is here and that means Strawberries and cherries are going strong in the north (both are finished in the South). Blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, figs and peaches are here (in mid-May to mid July in the South, and late June, July and August in the North). Tomatoes, corn and other vegetables will follow, too. Check your area's specific crop calendar (see this page) and call your local farms for seasonal updates.

See these pages to find a local Strawberry Festival, Peach festival or a Blueberry festival. We have a guide to peach varieties here. Also recipes, canning and freezing directions for strawberries, blueberries, peaches, tomatoes, corn etc.

See our comprehensive list of easy home canning, jam and jelly making, preserving, drying and freezing directions. You can access recipes and other resources from the drop down menus at the top of the page or the site search. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to write me! It is easy to make your own ice cream, even gelato, or low fat or low sugar ice cream - see this page. Also note, there are many copycat website listing U-pick farms now.  They have all copied their information from here and usually do not ever update.  Since 2002, I've been updating the information every day but Christmas; so if you see anything wrong or outdated, please write me!

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the Kansas City area of Missouri U-Pick Farms and Orchards in 2019, by county

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Bates County

Benton County

  • Anne's Acres - blueberries, blackberries
    20521 Fordney Road, Lincoln, MO 65338. Phone: 660-221-5906. Email: [email protected]. Open: Fridays and Saturdays 7am to 12 pm starting June 28, 2019; Call for picking report. Directions: Once in Lincoln, turn East off of Highway 65 onto Fordney Road. There will be a Casey's on the right and a Bullseye on the left. Travel 1/2 mile down Fordney to the Farm. There will be a sign at the driveway. Call before you come if you would like a picking report. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Blueberries are typically available from: early June through Mid July. Click here for our Facebook page. (UPDATED: June 17, 2019)
    Comments from a visitor on June 24, 2011: "First time picking at this farm and it was a very enjoyable experience. The owners were very polite and helpful. The blueberries were abundant, large and easy to pick. I would highly recommend this blueberry farm. "
  • C and G Vineyards - UPDATE: September 01, 2016: The owner tells me they are now permanently closed
    16282 North Lincoln Road, Lincoln, MO 65338.    

Carroll County

Cass County

  • The Berry Patch - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, blackberries, blueberries, U-pick and already picked, farm market, gift shop, concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, birthday parties, school tours
    22509 State Line Road, Cleveland, MO 64734. Phone: 816-618-3771. Alternate Phone: 816-658-3663. Open: Tuesday to Friday 7:00 am to 9:00 pm, Saturday 7:00 am to 3:00 pm; Approx: June 15 pm to August 15. Directions: South of Kansas City on US 69 Hiway or Holmes Road to 223rd Street. East or West to State Line Road, South 1/4 Mile to The Berry Patch. See the web site for a map. Click here for a map and directions. We are, by far, the largest blueberry farm in Missouri; All of the Berries we can grow are picked by our customers; We have demand for 10's of thousands of pounds of "We-Pik" berries which are virtually all purchased from a select group of growers in other states. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover.  (UPDATED: June 24, 2018, JBS)
  • First Fruits Orchard, LLC - Uses natural growing practices, apples, beans, beets, blackberries, blueberries, broccoli, carrots, corn (sweet), cucumbers, melons, onions, other berries, pears, peas, peaches, plums, pumpkins, summer squash, winter squash, strawberries, tomatoes, other vegetables, concessions / refreshment stand, porta-potties are available, picnic area
    9100 E State Rte A, Drexel, MO 64742. Phone: 816-674-7579. Email: [email protected]. Open: CLOSED permanently; their website now says: "We are sad to say that we will not be re-opening the farm business. While we could potentially stay open by spraying our trees with all kinds of chemicals but we choose not to do that. The vast majority of our patrons have chosen to come to our farm because we are organic and don't use harmful chemicals. We don't blame you a bit! We wouldn't want to eat that stuff either. We want to thank all of our customers over the years for your support and we hope that those of you who purchased blueberry plants have success with them. " Directions: From Missouri: 71 south to Archie, MO exit, follow A highway west 8 miles. Or, follow Holmes road to Drexel, MO then turn east on A highway, go 6 miles. From Kansas: 60 south to 359th street exit, follow 359th east through Drexel, MO until it becomes A highway, then go east 6 miles. Click here for a map and directions. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organic. Payment: Cash, Check. (UPDATED: May 29, 2016, JBS)   
  • Johnson Farms, Plants and Pumpkins - pumpkins, summer squash, winter squash, Other fruit or veg
    17701 S State Route D (Holmes Rd.), Belton, MO 64012. Phone: 816-331-1067. Fax: 816-331-1007. Email: [email protected]. Open: in mid September through Halloween. Hours Monday thru Friday 12 pm to 6 pm; Sat and Sun 9 am to 6pm. Directions: 4 one half miles south of MO Hwy 150, on Holmes Road Click here for a map to our farm. Other veg: Tomatoes, peppers, Broom corn, milo, gourds, sunflowers, zinnias. Click here for our Facebook page.  
  • Tubby Fruits Peach Orchard - blackberries, cherries,
    21314 Prospect Avenue, Cleveland, MO 64734. Phone: 913-851-7414. Email: [email protected]. Open: Please check our Facebook listing for our picking report and open hours (which change daily), or call/text. Directions: From KCMO to Belton/Cleveland orchard: Take Holmes Road south out of KC. Go past 150 highway and past 58 highway to 215th street Go left (east) about 3/4 of a mile. Orchard is on the left. Come through the gate right off of 215th. Click here for a map and directions. Cherries: June, Peaches: July through September, Tomatoes: July through September, Blackberries: July and August, Plums: August through October,. Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page. (UPDATED: August 13, 2017) (UPDATED: August 10, 2017, JBS)  (ADDED: March 28, 2015)

Clay County

  • Carolyn's Country Cousins Pumpkin Patch - pumpkins, winter squash, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, train rides, corn maze, straw or hay bale maze, child-sized haybale maze, and prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, picnic area, tractor-pulled hay rides, face painting, petting zoo
    17607 NE 52nd Street, Liberty, MO 64068. Phone: 816-781-9196. Fax: NA. Email us at: [email protected] . Directions: From intersection of Hwys. 210 and 291 south of Liberty, go east for 1/2 mile until you see the signs. Click here for a map and directions. Crops are usually available in September, October. Open: Seven days a week from 10 am to 7 pm. U-Pick Pumpkins are open from 3rd weekend in September to 7 days a week until October 31. Corn Maze open Labor Day weekend until October 31 Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard. Weekend festivals with live entertainment, C.P. Huntington train rides, Children's activities, Uncle Lester's Pig Races, 50 Acres of U-Pick Pumpkins, Hayrides, two gift shops brimming with seasonal gifts, Homemade goodies, such as pumpkin donuts and cider slushes. Award winning School tours available Monday thru Friday.
  • Duncan's Berry Farm - blackberries,
    908 County Road F, Smithville, MO 64089. Phone: 816-873-3053. Email: [email protected]. Open: Picking by Reservation only; We pick Blueberries for sale by the pound also. Directions: We are located 20 miles north of Downtown Kansas City, Missouri. Take US 169 north to Smithville and then County Road F for one mile. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only.
  • Fun Farm - apples, pumpkins, strawberries, Other fruit or veg, Honey from hives on the farm, U-pick and already picked, gift shop, concessions / refreshment stand, porta-potties, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, jumping pillow, trike track, pedal kart track, mining for gems, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours, group reservations
    650 N. Jefferson St, Kearney, MO 64060. Phone: (816) 628-0028. Alternate Phone: (816) 935-7727. Email: [email protected]. Open: Strawberries: May 18 to June 15: Monday to Friday 8 am to 1 pm; Saturday and Sunday 8 am to 3 pm Sunflower Festival: September 7 and 8; Saturday and Sunday, 9 am to 7 pm. Open: Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. Directions: Traveling on I-35 N, take exit 26 (MO 92). Take a right onto Mo 92 to Jefferson Street Turn Left on Jefferson Street Head North for 1.7 miles, Fun Farm will be on the left. Traveling on I-35 S, take exit 26 (MO 92). Take a left onto Mo 92 to Jefferson Street Turn Left on Jefferson Street Head North for 1.7 miles, Fun Farm will be on the left. Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page. (ADDED: May 13, 2019)

  • Looper Farms/Jed's Jack O'lanterns - Honey from hives on the farm, pumpkins, winter squash, Other fruit or veg, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
    21020 NE 172nd, Holt, MO 64048. Phone: 816-918-2766. Email: [email protected]. Directions: North on Jesse James from 92, Left on Ragsdale road to 172nd. Right on 172nd to big orange barn on your left And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in September, October. Open: Evenings and weekends in September, 08:00 to dark every day in October Payment: Cash, only. decorative gourds, bonfire and hayrides for groups; Scouts, youth, etc.

Cooper County

Henry County

  • Shawnee Mound Orchard - blueberries,
    85 NW 1150 Rd, Chilhowee, MO 64733. Phone: 660-885-5918. Email: [email protected]. Open: Picking by appointment only; Please call to schedule a time. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. We are a small, family operated farm. Apples, pears, plums and grapes are often available, which we pick. We have no peaches in 2014 due to winter freeze. We have irregular hours. Please call for additional information.

Howard County

  • Huffstutter Orchards - U-Pick apples and pumpkins.
    2621 State Route P, New Franklin, MO 65274. Phone: 660-848-2320. Email: [email protected]. Close to Columbia, this family farm grows apples, peaches, pears, and squash. For directions visit their website. APPLES: Gala, Jonathan and winter squash; all in September-October.

Benny's Berries - strawberriesJackson County

 
  • Benny's Berries - strawberries, school tours, group reservations
    729 Kenneth Road, Kansas City, MO 64145. Phone: 913-313-6273. Email: [email protected]. Open: Check our Facebook for updates; Will update daily when open; Opening late April. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. Directions: Directions on website and Facebook. Click here for a map and directions. Late April Picking season Starts! Just around the corner!. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. (UPDATED: May 8, 2017) (ADDED: March 23, 2017)
  • Rock Creek Apple Orchard - Uses natural growing practices, apples, U-pick and already picked
    619 W. Lone Jack Lees Summit Road, Lone Jack, MO 64070. Phone: (816) 286 6262. Email: [email protected]. Open: from the first week in September Saturday 9 am to 3 Sunday 10 am to 4; We will stay open until the apples are gone!! If you would like to come out at a different time please call! I will be more than happy to accommodate!. Directions: From Lees Summit take 50 highway east to Lone Jack. Turn north (left) off of 50 highway onto Lone Jack Lees Summit road. Go 1 mile north to property. Gps will not get you to my door. It will tell u to turn right. Please do not, stay on road going directly north. I am at the bottom of the hill. Again call if you need assistance. Click here for a map and directions. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organic. Payment: Cash, Check. I keeping with the organic healthy theme of our apples please bring your own bags if you can! We appreciate recycling! Also we have an abundance of apples and would welcome groups!!.
  • Timberland Troost Lake Community Orchard - apples, apricots, nectarines, other citrus, pears, peaches, pecans , plums,
    29th And Highland Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64109. Phone: 816-200-6557. Email: [email protected]. Open: Orchard is open during KCMO Public Park hours (dawn to dusk). Directions: The orchard is located just East of Troost Lake in Midtown. Click here for a map and directions. Payment:

Johnson County

  • Buckeye Acres - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, blackberries, cherries, pumpkins, strawberries, Fresh eggs, Cider mill (fresh apple cider made on the premises), porta-potties, picnic area, picnic area (bring your own food), face painting, pony rides, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, group reservations
    91 Ne 600 Rd, Warrensburg, MO 64093. Phone: (660) 747-7760. Alternate Phone: (517) 214-0927. Email: [email protected]. Open: Hours vary greatly, depending on weather and berry availability; Please see our Facebook page for most up - to - date information. Open: Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From Warrensburg: Travel north out of Warrensburg on 13 Highway. We are approximately 2 miles north of the round about. Turn right (east) on 600 Road and we are 1 mile down the gravel road. From I-70: Take exit 49 and head south on 13 Highway approximately 11 miles. Turn left (east) on 600 Road and we are 1 mile down the gravel road. Click here for a map and directions. Our farm store is open year round; U-Pick seasons are generally: Strawberries: Mid-May through Mid-June Cherries: Mid-June Blackberries: Late June through July Pumpkin Patch: Late September through November 1;. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. (UPDATED: May 19, 2019)
    Comments from a visitor on July 02, 2016: "In addition to PYO, the owners of this farm used to sell their produce at the Warrensburg farmers market, but I cannot remember the name for the life of me! They have a giant sign of Woody Woodpecker out on 13 Hwy to tell drivers where to turn. My hubby and I went to pick berries there 3 years ago. The had the most WONDERFUL blackberries I've ever had. (and cheap too- $1.50 per pound) Can you put this out so MAYBE someone will answer and provide more details (hopefully their name, hours and phone number!). "
  • Uncle Will's Blackberry Farm - Blackberries
    953 S.E. Hwy 23, Windsor, MO 65360. Phone: 660-647-3390.  Comments from a visitor on July 18, 2009: "The owner's were very friendly and helpful. The berries are wonderful, lots of big, juicy, sweet blackberries."

Lafayette County

  • John & Linda's Fruit and Berry Farm - apples, asparagus, beans, blackberries, blueberries, cherries, corn (sweet), cucumbers, gooseberries, nectarines, onions, pears, peas, peaches, peppers, plums, raspberries (Autumn, red), raspberries (black), raspberries (Spring, black), rhubarb, summer squash, winter squash, strawberries, tomatoes, other vegetables, U-pick and already picked, school tours
    2428 Texas Prairie Rd, Bates City, MO 64011. Phone: 816-690-6293. Alternate Phone: 816-694-1688. Email: [email protected]. Open: hours 7am to 7pm; 7 days a week; May 1 thru October 31. Directions: One mile north of Bates City exit, off of Interstate 70,call for more detail directions. Click here for a map and directions. call for harvest dates; asparagus is the first to start, May 15. Payment: Cash, Check. please call ahead for availability. (UPDATED: June 13, 2016) 
  • Panther Creek Farm - blackberries, blueberries, raspberries
    31919 Hwy PP, Concordia, MO 64020. Phone: (660) 463-2767. Email: [email protected]. Open: There are reports they have closed; Does anyone have current information, are they still offering pick your own or are even open?  If so, please write me, their last reported hours were call ahead for picking schedule. Also, meats; Grass-fed Beef & Natural Pork (sold by the 1/2 or 1/4). U-Pick Farm Hours: call ahead for picking schedule.
    A visitor reports: "The lady at the farm said the berry plants are only two years old, they are not in full production yet, and they are not ready for you-pick customers".
  • Schreiman Orchards - berries and peaches
    29032 Hwy. 24, Waverly, MO. Phone: 660-493-2477. Email: [email protected]. Open: 10 am to 5 pm, seven days/ week. Directions: an hour east of KC; 2 miles west of Waverly, Missouri on US Highway 24.. Peaches mid June-August; Apples August-October. 
    Note: a visitor suggested this one, but I haven't yet confirmed that they allow pick-your-own

Morgan County

Pettis County

Platte County

  • Spanish Garden Berry Farm - apples, blackberries, blueberries, corn (sweet), cucumbers, melons, onions, other berries, peppers, raspberries (red), raspberries (black), strawberries, tomatoes, U-pick and already picked
    8740 92 Highway, Platte City, MO 64079. Phone: 816-582-3398. Email: [email protected]. Open: See our website for current hours. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. Directions: From I-29 North take MO-92 Hwy, exit 18, towards Smithville. Go west 4 miles, watch for signs on north side of the road. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. We provide containers for picking berries and produce. We're letting our 2 year old dwarf trees produce apples this year. We grow aronia berries. This berry is very high in antioxidant content, very good to add to your juice drink. We grow triple crown thornless blackberries of excellent flavor We also grow in the vegetable garden different watermelon varieties, crenshaw melons green beans and peppers. Strawberries are the first fruit of the season lasting about 2 to 3 weeks, progressing into red and black raspberries which last about 2 weeks. Then blackberries come into season and those last about 3 weeks. A limited supply of blueberries would be available during the raspberries season. Aronia berries last true the summer.    
  • Weston Red Barn Farm - apples, peaches and pumpkins, school tours, hayrides
    16300 Wilkerson Road, Weston, MO. Phone: 816-386-5437. Working farmstead for families to enjoy with baby animals in the Spring, peach harvest in July and August, Milo Maze, Prairie Trail and Fort Hay Bale during the Fall Festival with apples and pumpkins to pick. We feature traditional farm animals and crops. In addition to the working farm, we offer school tours, a country store featuring our fresh produce, facilities for weddings and bonfire/hayride events and a fall festival where families can come pick pumpkins and apples, take a hayride and enjoy the country.

Ray County

Saline County

St. Clair County

  • New Heritage Family Farm, LLC - Uses natural growing practices, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries (black), strawberries, Fresh eggs, U-pick and already picked
    2830 Sw 450 Road, Osceola, MO 64776. Phone: 417-646-1281. Email: [email protected]. Open: June, July, and August - Weather permitting; Check Facebook page for days and times of current picking schedule, or call ahead (417)646 1281 to be sure farm is open; Closed Sundays. Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. Directions: From Kansas City, Missouri: take 7 Highway south to 13 Highway (going through Clinton). Exit 13 Highway on the 82 Highway (right turn where Sugarfoot BBQ is). Farm is 11 miles down; turn right on 450 Road - road ends at farm. From Springfield, Missouri: Take 13 Highway to 82 Highway (left hand turn at Sugarfoot BBQ). Farm is 11 miles down; turn right on 450 Road - road ends at farm. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page. New Heritage Family Farm, LLC is committed to natural growing practices that go beyond organic. We do not spray any herbicides, pesticides, fungicides, or any other chemicals on our farm, and we do not use synthetic fertilizers. Our produce is grown naturally, the way it should be. Currently we have approximately 9 acres of berries planted on the farm.

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