J&K Farley Farms U-Pick

"We are opening June 21, 2014 with our fantastic U-PICK peaches! We will be open every day 7am-7pm until this variety is sold out. All fruit on our farm is 65cents/lb. Boxes and wagons are provided free of charge. Our picnic area is ready for your family and the petting zoo is getting more animals every day!"

From J&K Farley Farms facebook page.

J&K Farley Farms posted this the other day on facebook and I think it's really exciting! I have apricot jam still that I canned from last year and I've gobbled up all the jams my friend Heather made me from her u-pick adventures last year. I've always said one of the best reasons to live in the valley is all the ripe produce. So get out to those farms and farmers markets. Yes it's hot, but peaches from Save Mart or Costco will never compare to those right of the tree! Last year they were open until mid September.                

J&K Farley Farms
512 N 7th Ave
Kingsburg, California  

www.farleyfarms.com

For directions click HERE.

Organic Produce U-Pick Saturday May June 23rd

U-pick Fresh Organic Vegetables every 2nd and 4th Saturdays April to November.

Come out this Saturday June 23, 2012, at 9am to 11am to the north east corner of Chestnut and Barstow. Parking available inside the gate-off Chestnut.

Come and pick your own choice of seasonal organic produce at special prices! 
Bring cash. They will have clippers and bags for you to pick with.

Organic strawberry, crook neck squash, Mexican squash, zucchini, garlic, and bell pepper. 

You can follow the Organic Student Farm on facebook HERE.

**For more information on this event and the Student Operated Organic Farm, please contact Dr. Sajeemas ‘Mint’ Pasakdee, Advisor-Student Operated Organic Farm, at 559‐278‐2828 or spasakdee@csufresno.edu

Sponsored by Organic Enterprise, Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology

Meet with students and faculty and learn about various teaching and research opportunities available at Fresno State Student Operated Organic Farm.

U-Pick Cherries in Auberry at Mountain Brook Ranch

Mountain Brook Ranch has cherries that are part of my childhood (I grew up with their awesome kids). I'm sad that I never knew that they allowed u-pick until last year, I was just used to buying that white bag of cherries from their stand in Auberry after school. Starting mid to late May depending on the weather, cherry season will be upon us and available at Mountain Brook Ranch with a variety of cherries throughout the season.
Know if the cherries are ready before you make the drive, just north of Clovis.
Call:
Mountain Brook Ranch
(559) 299-8141
 17971 Auberry Rd, Clovis, CA 93619

I received this information from this Fresno Bee article in 2010 if you want to know more. Click HERE. 

The U-Pick orchard was ready in the last weekend of May in 2011. Open 9am-6pm on weekends for your picking enjoyment!  Their regular hours are 9am-6pm if you just want to buy your own white bags! Yum. It's 6 miles north of Copper on Auberry Rd.

Last year the U-pick cherries were $1.85 a lb! Support a local farm family and don't miss it this year!

UPDATE: DUE TO A SHORT CHERRY SEASON THIS YEAR THERE WILL BE NO U-PICK! SO SAD, BUT OF COURSE YOU CAN STILL STOP BUY TO PURCHASE DELICIOUS CHERRIES!

Central Valley Raw Food Group Free Meet Up May 12th

The Central Valley Raw Food Group includes individuals who want to discuss and share delicious recipes, heath issues, and energy. They have local "Meet-Up" gatherings in which they bring a set of utensils and raw, ideally fresh and organic meals to share with about 10 people. The next Meet-Up is May 12, 2012 at the Linkcare Activity Room from 4:30-7pm at 1734 W Shaw Ave. Fresno, 93711 (near Denny's).

The Central Valley Raw Food Group is a resource for like minded people to eat and live healthier. For more information click HERE or contact Leon at (559) 417-1151, via email gentle_levon@yahoo.com.

The flyer I pick up from the library also lists places to get fresh ingredients in Fresno which follows:

Your Garden!
Vineyard Farmer's Market (Blackstone and Shaw) and Manchester Mall Farmer's Market Fridays...You can see a list of on markets on the right side of my blog.

Whole Foods (Shaw near Palm)
Kristina's Heath Food Store (Barstow and First) and many other local markets
Fresh and Easy
Revive Cafe-the only gourmet raw food restaurant in the valley: 1807 N Broadway
Trader Joe's (Barstow and Blackstone)

Recommend movies include: Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead
                                                Forks over Knives
                                                Eating

Leon Catchatoorian also leads a Free yoga class on Sundays at 12pm at Cary Park (Behind Macy's West near Fashion Fair Mall).

U-Pick CSU Fresno Organic Farm Saturday April-November Every 2nd and 4th Saturday

This information is directly from the email:

U-pick Fresh Organic Vegetables every 2nd and 4th Saturdays April to November.

9am to 11am at NE corner of Chestnut and Barstow. Parking available inside the gate-off Chestnut.

Meet with students and faculty and learn about various teaching and research opportunities available at Fresno State Student Operated Organic Farm.

Come and pick your own choice of seasonal organic vegetables at special prices!

organic cabbage, carrot, kale, lettuce, spring onion, radish, and mustard greens.

Thank you for your kind support!

*For up-to-date products and events, please follow us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/Fresno-State-Student-Operated-Organic-Farm/147785458653195

**For more information on this event and the Student Operated Organic Farm, please contact Dr. Sajeemas ‘Mint’ Pasakdee, Advisor-Student Operated Organic Farm, at 559‐278‐2828 or spasakdee@csufresno.edu

Sponsored by Organic Enterprise, Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology

CSU Fresno Organic Farm Water-Wise Plant Event/Worm Composting

The post is directly from at recent email:

We are celebrating Earth Day month! Please stop by our table and reserving space for the next Worm Composting Workshop--SAT May 12 10 am to noon!

Sat. May 5--Water-Wise Plant Event 8 am to noon, Fresno State Horticulture Unit, NE corner of Barstow & Chestnut (Guided Organic Farm tour at 9, 10 and 11 am)

Sat. May12--Worm Composting Workshop 10 am to noon, a classroom at Fresno State Horticulture Unit...$25 for a cost of ready-to-use wormbox, worms, and handouts. (Spaces are limited, please RSVP).

Thank you very much for your kind support!

--
Sajeemas (Mint) Pasakdee, Ph.D., Soil Scientist/Agronomist
Adviser, Student Operated Organic Farm, California State University Fresno
Office: Center for Irrigation Technology (CIT),
5370 N. Chestnut Ave. M/S OF 18, Fresno, CA 93740
Tel: 559-278-2828 Fax: 559-278-6033

U-Pick CSU Fresno Organic Farm Saturday March 10th

This Saturday, U-Pick will be taking place from 9am to 11am on the southeast corner of Chestnut and Barstow located behind the Gibson Market. Free parking will be available in the Farm Market and Horticulture Unit parking lots. 

Cash Only. Proceeds support the CSU Student Organic Farm.

The following is more information from the email I received:

"Meet with faculty and students involved on Student Operated Organic Farm and learn about various teaching and research opportunities available at Fresno State.

Come and pick your own choice of seasonal organic vegetables at special prices! 

Seasonal crops: Organic arugula, Asian greens, kale, mustard greens, and spring onion.

For more information on this event and the Student Operated Organic Farm, please contact Dr. Sajeemas ‘Mint’ Pasakdee, Advisor-Student Operated Organic Farm, at 559‐278‐2828 or spasakdee@csufresno.edu.

Sponsored by Organic Enterprise, Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology

Manchester Center Farmer's Market

Manchester Center Farmer's Market takes place every Friday year around from 10am until dusk. I have yet to be to this one, but I am always excited to hear about ways in which the community can support local farmers. Eating healthy and saving money comes with eating what produce is in season. Regions vary, but the right side of my blog has a seasonal produce list you can check that I keep updated.
For more information call Manny Yanez: (559) 260-2915

U-Pick CSU Fresno Organic Student Farm Saturday December 10th

Join the CSU Fresno organic students at the farm for a pick-your-own this Saturday, December 10th! Come from 9am-11am and meet the students and staff, any them your questions and support the program. Cash only.
The farm is located on Barstow just east of Chestnut on the other side of the Gibson market.
This will be the last harvest of the season, possibly until late spring (May).

Come pick your own fresh organic vegetables at affordable prices! 

This crop includes: Organic arugula, beets, carrots, kale, rainbow Swiss chard, mustard greens, pumpkin, spinach, and turnips.

U-Pick CSU Fresno Organic Farm Saturdays, October 22nd, November 12th, December 10th

Don't forget the CSU Fresno organic student farm u-pick this Saturday October 22nd! Come from 9am-11am and meet the students and staff, any them your questions and support the program. The farm is located on Barstow just east of Chestnut on the other side of the Gibson market.

Come pick your own fresh organic vegetables at affordable prices! 

This crop includes Asian and American Eggplants, Bell Pepper, Cucumber, Okra and Radishes.

 

U-Pick CSU Fresno Organic Farm: Saturdays October 8th & 22nd, November 12th, December 10th

Starting tomorrow you will have wonderful opportunities this fall to join the CSU students at the organic student farm on the corner of Chestnut and Barstow east of the Gibson Farm Market.

Come pick your own fresh organic vegetables at affordable prices! 

This crop includes Asian and American Eggplants, Bell Pepper, Cucumber, Okra and Radishes.

Come from 9am-11am on Saturday October 8th and 22nd, November 12th, and December 10th.

Sponsored by USDA‐Hispanic Serving Institutes Education Grant & Organic Enterprise

*For more information on this event and the Student Operated Organic Farm, please contact Dr. Sajeemas ‘Mint’ Pasakdee, Adviser-Student Operated Organic Farm, at 559‐278‐2828 or spasakdee@csufresno.edu

Fig Fest tickets 2 for $8

The Fig Fest 2011 is being held in Fresno on August 13th at Fresno State from 9am-12:30pm. You can join the festivities with a deal from Valley Daily Deals for 2 general admission tickets for $8! The deal ends August 7th at 11:59pm or until sold out. Children under 12 are free. Click HERE to get the deal. Tickets are $8 normally and $12 at the gate.

Live entertainment and educational activities.

Proceeds will benefit Fresno State Ag One Foundation and Slow Food Madera.

For more information contact

600 West Shaw Avenue, Suite #300
Fresno, CA 93704
(559) 243-8600
www.californiafigs.com

CSU Fresno Organic Farm U -Pick August 6th and 20th

 Come support Fresno State Ag Students at the organic student farm Saturdays August 6th and 20th from 8am-10am. The farm is located on the southeast corner of Barstow and Chestnut. Meet with students and staff to learn about the program and, of course, come pick!

"Come and pick your own choice of seasonal organic vegetables at special prices! Seasonal crops: Organic  heirloom tomatoes (Tigerella, Cherokee Purple, San Marzano, Red Currant), summer squash, bell pepper, American & Japanese eggplants, okra,  and strawberry. "

Sponsored by USDA‐Hispanic Serving Institutes Education Grant.

For more information contact Dr. Sajeemas ‘Mint’ Pasakdee at 559‐278‐2828 or spasakdee@csufresno.edu
(You may also request to be put on the email list to receive updates.)


I received this information from the email list.

Clovis Farmer's Market Friday June 24, 2011 Pics

Little Miss Tarren

Taylor and Heather!

40 Watt Hype

My frugalista friend Heather and I braved the Clovis Farmer's Market yesterday with my kiddies in tow. I was a little worried about crowds and parking, but I had no need to be. We showed up around 5:30 and found parking in the lot behind EECU. I busted out the double stroller and we enjoyed walking up and down the streets. The entertainment section is on the south end now, the produce has its own section. Then you have the food vendors in the middle on the east and west sides. To the north you have the other vendors. Most of the produce was priced and a dollar a pound! It was beautiful and most vendors gave samples. The restaurants are also a nice option to duck inside to get out of the heat if it gets to be to much. There are also public restrooms that aren't too scary. I was impressed that it wasn't too crowded which makes it easier for those of us with little ones. Great family event. Come support our local farmers! Some even accept WIC and Senior Farmer's Market vouchers.

97cents for 1lb of Strawberries at Save Mart through Sunday

Yum. Strawberries are 97 cents in the 1 lb containers at Save Mart  through Sunday. Also there is always a rolling rack in the back of the produce section, sort of out of sight, that will have ripe (sometimes too ripe) produce bundled together for 99 cents or 69 cents a tray. This is a consistent way to get a lot of bananas and tomatoes for super cheap. You obviously just need to eat them right away (banana bread and salsa baby). When I first discovered this, I was all excited, and my mom said it reminded her of the movie Soylent Green.

Clovis Farmer's Market Friday Nights this Summer

Enjoy fresh produce, entertainment, and children's activities in Old Town Clovis Friday nights this summer from 5:30pm-9pm. Admission is FREE so even if you are on a tight budget you can stroll the streets and enjoy the atmosphere. The farmer's market stretches from Third to Bullard on Pollasky.

Pick Your Own Cherries! Mountain Brook Ranch

Mountain Brook Ranch cherries are ready and their fruit stand is open from 9am-6pm! Come out Memorial weekend, including Monday, for the first U-Pick of the season. To participate in the U-Pick just drive up Auberry Rd about 6 miles north of Copper to Mountain Brook Ranch on the weekends between 9am and 6pm. Picking your cherries in the mornings is best because that is when the cherries are at their sweetest. Cherries are a great u-pick item because they tend to be outrageously expensive in the store. For more information call:
Mountain Brook Ranch
(559) 299-8141
17971 Auberry Rd, Clovis, CA 93619

Update: The Ranch is closed until next Cherry season! This year the U-pick cherries were $1.85 a lb!Thanks to everyone for his/her support and don't miss it next year!

Pictures from May U-Pick Fresno State Organic Farm

Pick Your Own Organic Produce and Support Fresno State Ag: May 7th

Come and pick your own choice of seasonal organic vegetables!

This Saturday from 8am to 11am. Located east of the Gibson Market, on Barstow east of Chesnut the students will have a table and tent where you can pick up bags and hand pruning shears (What are those called? It's too late.) Bring cash. 

I went to the April U-Pick and had a great experience, even bought a couple strawberries plants for my mom.

 

"Seasonal crops: Organic arugula, beet, bok choy, broccoli, garlic, kale, lettuce, mustard greens, onion, pea, radish, spinach, strawberry, and turnip

Saturday May 7, Worm Composting Workshop (11 am to 1pm)  at the Horticulture Unit classroom, NE corner of Chestnut and Barstow

Please join our hands‐on workshop and learn how to construct a simple worm‐box. Class materials (worms & worm box), and additional readings are included. The cost is $25. For additional info.   http://www.auxiliary.com/AGF/farmmarket/events.shtml

Sponsored by USDA‐Hispanic Serving Institutes Education Grant & Organic Enterprise

*For more information on this event and the Student Operated Organic Farm, please contact
Dr. Sajeemas ‘Mint’ Pasakdee at 559‐278‐2828 or spasakdee@csufresno.edu"
(You may also request to be put on the email list to receive updates.)

This information was retrieved some of it word for word from the email list.

U-Pick/Pick Your Own Cherries! Mountain Brook Ranch

Mountain Brook Ranch has cherries that are part of my childhood (I grew up with their awesome kids). I'm sad that I never knew that they allowed u-pick until now, I was just used to buying that white bag of cherries from their stand in Auberry after school. Starting mid to late May depending on the weather, cherry season will be upon us and available at Mountain Brook Ranch with a variety of cherries throughout the season.
Know if the cherries are ready before you make the drive, just north of Clovis.
Call:
Mountain Brook Ranch
(559) 299-8141
 17971 Auberry Rd, Clovis, CA 93619

I received this information from this Fresno Bee article last year if you want to know more. Click HERE. 

The U-Pick orchard is ready as of May 28, 2011 open 9am-6pm on weekends for your picking enjoyment!  Their regular hours are 9am-6pm if you just want to buy your white bags! Yum. It's 6 miles north of Copper on Auberry Rd.

Update: The Ranch is closed until next Cherry season! This year the U-pick cherries were $1.85 a lb!Thanks to everyone for his/her support and don't miss it next year!