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Local U-Pick and Farmer's Markets | Citrus, Berries, Veggies, Peaches

February 24, 2022

Citrus, Peach, Veggie and Berry Picking from Sarasota, Bradenton, Lakeland to Fort Myers. U-Pick outings are always memorable and the perfect way to keep it local and support our farmers! Check out a few of our favorite spots below.  As always, it's a good idea to call ahead to ensure fields are open. Happy picking, friends!


Ananda Farm  Florida


Unique Attractions: Enjoy 15+ attractions, including our exciting hayrides, exhilarating jumping pillow, challenging corn maze, and thrilling slides. Ananda Farm is your ultimate destination for relaxation and fun, featuring a picturesque Rooftop Beer Garden with local craft brews, and diverse U-Pick fields for personalized farm experiences.

Diverse Outdoor Experiences: Ananda Farm offers a blend of engaging activities for all ages, from vibrant sunflower fields to exciting corn mazes and beautiful nature walks, creating a perfect day out for families and nature lovers.

579 Ken Hubbard Rd., Terra Ceia, FL 34250

info@anandafarm.com | Facebook 

Hunsader Farms

 

Black-Eyed Peas, Eggplant, Green Beans, Okra, Purple Hull Peas, Rhubarb, Strawberries, Tomatoes, Zipper Peas seasonally.  Hunsader Farms also offers a farm market for additional fresh produce, canned goods and more.  On the property kids can enjoy a playground and petting zoo for a fee per person. 

5500 C.R. 675, Bradenton, FL 34211 | (941) 331-1212 | dkhunsader@msn.com | Facebook 


🫐 Jennings Road Farm 🫐

U-Pick Blueberry opening day is Saturday March 29th 2025!

Open 7:00 am - 6:00 pm every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Arcadia and Spring High Blueberries $7.00/lb We take cash and cards.

Free entry, free parking, all the Blueberries you can eat lol, stroller/disabled friendly, family/baby/kids changing room, and the gratitude of a small local farm that is doing it's best after Helene and Milton. Love to see you here!

24310 Jennings Rd, Myakka, FL 34251 | Facebook


Brown's Grove Citrus and Produce

 
U-Pick citrus:  U-Pick Citrus every Friday and Saturday through January, February and March - to be determined. Customers can also enjoy a market with local goods, including honey and jams. Get updates on their FB page.  

7362 Hawkins Rd. Sarasota, FL 34219 || (941) 322-2835 ||  thtttbrown@aol.com




Dooley Groves


Florida's largest U-Pick Honeybell Grove.  U-Pick Honeybells 7 days a week, 10AM-4PM January- March (possibly April).  Red Grapefruit are also available seasonally. LOTS of other Fresh-Picked Citrus at our Country Farm Market, too! PIES! Cakes! Candy! Marmalades! Local Honey! We SHIP fruit North! 

1651 Stephens Rd. Ruskin, Florida 33570  | (813) 645-3256 | Facebook  



The Southern Peach Co. 


U-Pick sweet Florida peaches in the late Spring.  Follow their social media for updates! A small storefront with peach popsicles, peach salsa and other goods is offered at the farm.

13231 SR-674 Lithia, FL 33547 || Facebook 




Joshua Citrus

Farm tours and a seasonal veggie garden u-pick.  No citrus u-pick, but the Farm stand includes ice cream, orange juice, jams, honey, gift baskets and more.  Additionally, every Saturday during the season guests can enjoy some great local music and local food/food trucks! Go Here for event details.  Call ahead to see if veggie u-pick is available. 

4135 SE County Road 760, Arcadia, Florida 34266 | (800) 749-8219 | Facebook 



Keel Farms


From January to March, visitors enjoy picking our delicious, juicy strawberries and sipping on flavorful strawberry wine in the Tasting Room. Consider roaming the rest of the farm and seeing our friendly animals, listening to live music, attending weekly trivia, and playing in our playground. We are open seven days a week and are excited to welcome visitors to pick and taste Keel Farms fruits, as well as enjoy the experience on our family-owned farm.


Join us for our annual Blueberry Festival on April 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 26, and 27 from 10 AM - 3 PM! Celebrate all things blueberries with fresh blueberry u-pick, a blueberry shortcake eating contest, and family-friendly activities like camel rides, a petting zoo, bounce houses, and local vendors.


31 Produce 


You can venture out into our fields and pick your own fresh veggies and fruits! It doesn't get any better than harvesting your own food. Come enjoy our Incredible farm fresh country cooking, Ice cream and pies in the Cracker Shack Café! Pan for precious stones and fossils at our very own Gem panning station! Family owned & operated since 2008

18672 St Rd 31 Alva FL 33920 | (239) 313- 8213 | Facebook 


JG Ranch

With a variety of fresh produce, JG Ranch is a one-stop-shop for all your farm-to-table goods! Come check out the family-operated farm in Brooksville today! Strawberry season is November to April.  Blackberry season is April to May.

17200 Wiscon Rd, Brooksville, FL 34601 | (352) 799-0556 | Facebook 


Farmers Markets 


Main Street Lakewood Ranch Market

A uniquely curated outdoor shopping experience featuring local artisans, makers & retailers in Lakewood Ranch, Florida.  Jan 18 | Feb 15 | Mar 22


Anna Maria Community Farmers Market

Join us at The Center every Tuesday starting January 14th 

January 14, 2025 - May 27, 2025

Every Tuesday 9 AM - 2 PM,  407 Magnolia Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216



The Market on Dearborn St 

The Market on Dearborn invites you to visit Historic Dearborn Street in Englewood, Florida, every Thursday from October - May from 9am-1pm. Englewood features a proud tradition of local farmers markets which hosts local vendors with an array of products. With multiple markets along West Dearborn Street, there is something for everyone!


Phillippi Farmhouse Market

Discover a vibrant community gathering at the Phillippi Farmhouse Market, nestled within the scenic Phillippi Estate Park. This seasonal market, open every Wednesday from October through April from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., invites you to experience the best of fresh produce, prepared foods, artisanal products and live music.




The Sarasota Farmers Market

The Sarasota Farmers Market is hosted every Saturday from 7 am - 1pm.

Lemon & Main, Sarasota, FL, United States, Florida



Wellen Park Farmers Market 

Join us in Downtown Wellen for the Fresh Harvest Farmers Market every Sunday!   

Shop fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, cut flowers and more! Times: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 


Bradenton Public Market 

Welcome to the Downtown Bradenton Public Market — a place where the community meets each week to enjoy fresh produce, local art, music, demonstrations by local chefs, and free family activities on Old Main Street.  Every Saturday 9AM to 2PM October 5 through May 31.



Jessica's Organic Farm

NEW Market Hours!  Fri 8 - 6 | Sat 8 - 5 | Sun 8 - 5

By choosing our locally grown organic produce, you not only get the best-tasting and most nutrient-rich food, but you also support our local community and the environment. Come taste the difference that freshness, quality, and local production make at Jessica's Organic Farm!



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