Blueberry U-Pick Orchards in Southwest Georgia in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for blueberries that we know of in this area. Not all areas of any state, nor even every state, have blueberries orchards that are open to the public. If you know of any others, please tell us using the add a farm form!

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! If I cannot reach them, I DON'T GO!

PLEASE report closed farms, broken links and incorrect info using the "Report Corrections" form below.

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Berrien County

• Southern Grace Farms - blackberries, blueberries, nectarines, peaches, plums, strawberries, Citrus, Muscadines, grapes, Sunflowers
  11946 Nashville Enigma Rd, Enigma, GA 31749. Phone: (229)533-8585. Email: sgracefarms@hotmail.com. Open: Monday to Saturday, from 9 am to 6, March 20 to July 10. Directions: From I-75 Tifton: Take Exit 62 and head East on highway 82 for about 15 miles. This brings you into Enigma. In Enigma, you will turn right on Main Street \(this is also the Enigma-Nashville Hwy\). On the Enigma-Nashville Hwy, you will go South about 4 12 miles until you come to Berrien Peanut Company on your left. Our U-pick strawberries and store are located across the road from Berrien Peanut. Go to the store for directions to other fruits. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, AmEx.
  Southern Grace Farms Facebook page. . . Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. From I-75 Tifton: Take Exit 62 and head East on highway 82 for about 15 miles. This brings you into Enigma. In Enigma, you will turn right on Main Street (this is also the Enigma-Nashville Hwy). On the Enigma-Nashville Hwy, you will go South about 4 1/2 miles until you come to Berrien Peanut Company on your left. Our U-pick strawberries and store are located across the road from Berrien Peanut. Go to the store for directions to other fruits. Strawberries - March 20 to May 31; Blackberries - May 20 to July 10; Blueberries - May to June, Peaches - May to June; Nectarines - May; Plums - June. Visit our new Country Market filled with Georgia Grown specialty products and Southern themed gift baskets! The store is open during harvest season and November and December.
  Comments from a visitor on April 20, 2010: "This is a family owned & operated farm and everyone is just great to deal with!"

Clinch County

• Nettles - Blueberries
  296 Cherokee Phoenix Lane, Homerville, GA . Phone: 912-381-7195. Open: Sunday to Friday, call for hours; closed on Saturday. Click here for a map and directions. . Bring your own containers.

Coffee County

• Collins blueberry farm - blueberries,
  330 George Solomon Road, Broxton, GA 31519. Phone: 912-359-3978. Email: Dextercollins@rocketmail.com. Open: starting April 25th on Monday to Friday from 7am till 7pm. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, SFMNP Vouchers. . Alternate Phone: 912-381-8297. . Our blueberry season is typically April 28 to May 20. (ADDED: April 02, 2016)

Dougherty County

• Blueberry Farm - blueberries,
  2730 Leary Road, Albany, GA 31721. Phone: (229) 439-4343. Email: daniel@delvecchio.org. Open: The month of June Monday to Saturday, from 7 am to 9pm. Directions: Payment: Cash, only. . We . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. . . open our family run farm from the end of May to the beginning of July. We are a family owned and run farm. We have over 2 acres of blueberry bushes. Our blueberries are ripe, sweet and ready to pick. These are the sweetest and best berries around. Pick your own $10/gallon or Buy already picked $20/gallon Very easy and fun to pick! Make it a family affair and come pick to your hearts content! Starting at 7 am. ( (ADDED: June 07, 2021)

Irwin County

• Herman McIntyre Farm - Strawberries, blueberries
  161 Irwinville Highway, Ocilla, GA 31774. Phone: 229-831-2705. Click here for a map and directions. . Ready starting in mid- March.

Lee County

• U-Cut Christmas Trees, previously known as Busy Elves Christmas Tree Farm - Blueberries, Christmas trees-you choose and you cut, restrooms, picnic area, petting zoo, group tours
  Hwy 520/82, right next to Terrell County line, Leesburg, GA 31763. Phone: 229-347-1410. Email: steve.whatley@bushanimal.com. Open: Available for picking during the months of May, June and July; Call me during these months ahead of time and I will let you know the days they are available to be picked. Directions: See their website for directions. Payment: Cash, Check. previously known as Busy Elves . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. . . Christmas Tree Farm UPDATE for 2024: Their new Facebook page says they changed the name of the farm, but it does not say whether they still have U-Pick blueberries. Stay tuned..A visitor writes on July 25, 2014: " I'm pretty sure the blueberries are not organic. But, he's got a huge field of blueberries. I love the Christmas trees. I'm more into organic, so I don't do the PYO here, but I love the man who operates it, Joedy Putnal."

Lowndes County

• Mallory's Farm - Uses natural growing practices, blueberries, Honey (retail), Blueberry honey, Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
  5131 Bemiss Road, Valdosta, GA 31605. Phone: (229) 245-8615. Email: store@bemiss.com. Open: Thursday to Saturday 9:00am to 6:00pm. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. . . u-pick blueberries from late May - July. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. (ADDED: January 28, 2023, JBS)

Terrell County

• Twisted W Farms - blueberries
  Goose Hollow Rd, Sasser, GA 39842. Phone: (229) 347-1410. Open: Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm; from June through mid July. Click here for a map and directions.
  Twisted W Farms Facebook page. .

Thomas County

• Beas Blueberry Patch - blueberries
  9113 Highway 188, Ochlocknee, GA 31773. Phone: (229) 224-5724. Email: beasberrypatch@gmail.com. Open: June through August from dawn to dusk, daily. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Alternate phone: 229-226-1000. . Call for hours, directions and availability before you go. Click here for a map to our farm. No pesticides or fertilizers used on these berries. in 2021, $15.00 per gallon.
  Comments from a visitor on July 25, 2010: "Very nice people. Very helpful and personable. Easy access. I like the dawn to dusk hours, as it gets really hot mid day. I found excellent picking (2 Gallons in 1.25 hours) I'm a newbie picker I found this farm on your PYO website, even though its just down the road from me. Needs update for pricing. "
• Harper Homes and Farm - No pesticides are used, blueberries,
  2001 East Stetson Avenue, Coolidge, GA 31738. Phone: 229-224-5178. Email: msue_20@yahoo.com. Open: June 1 to June 30, 2015, Monday to Saturday, from 8 am to 12 pm. Directions: From the traffic light in Coolidge head north on 319. East Stetson Avenue will be on your right \( across the street from Dollar General\). Closed if raining. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. - . From the traffic light in Coolidge head north on 319. East Stetson Avenue will be on your right ( across the street from Dollar General). Closed if raining. We do not use pesticides on the crops. No public restroom available at this time. You pick 8.00 dollars per gallon. We pick 20.00 per gallon.
• The Fruit Factory - oranges, lemons, satsumas, limes, blueberries, Pears, Pomegranate, Grapes, Mulberries, Loquat, and Native Blackberries
  6380 Airline Road, Pavo, GA 31778. Phone: (229) 859-2714. Email: fruitfactory365@gmail.com. Open: see their website for current availability and hours; Some type of fruit is available 365 Days a Year weather permitting. Click here for a map and directions.
  The Fruit Factory Facebook page. . . see their website for current availability and hours; Some type of fruit is available 365 Days a Year (weather permitting). . is a small family farm that offers a destination u-pick and a unique experience visiting and learning about the many offerings. We offer a variety of fruits and citrus. specializes in creating corporate gift packages that can ship throughout the USA. For years friends have visited and enjoyed our small family farm. Many varieties are available throughout the year except in extreme temperatures. We have fruit available when in season, including Pears, Apples, Pomegranate, Grapes, Mulberries, Blueberries, Guava, Loquat, and Native Blackberries with more Fruit being added. We offer U-pick or We pick. Citrus gift boxes, are typically available from October to March (not all of the following are available the entire time) such as Satsuma: Oct. to January, Meyer Lemon: January to March, September to December, Red Grapefruit: November to March, Kumquats: November to March, Keiwa Kumquat: December to March, Clementine Tangelo: Mid December to Mid January, Blood Orange: Mid December to Mid January, Moro Blood Orange: December to February, Tangerine: December to March, Shiranui: December to February, Key Lime: December to March, Nules: December to February, Navel Oranges: November to January, Mulberries: March to April, Blueberries: June to July, Grapes: July to September, Muscadines: July to September, Pears: Aug. to November, Green Mandarins: July to September, Loquat: March to April, Minneola Tangelo: December to February, Pomegranates: Aug. to September. In mid-November they start the U-Pick or already picked Citrus. They also are readying for an RV Park, Stay Tuned for announcement of when available. (UPDATED: June 14, 2022, JBS) (ADDED: September 20, 2019, JBS)

Tift County

• Berry Good Farms LLC - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, grapes, Muscadines, grapes, peaches, persimmons, other vegetables, porta-potties are available, petting zoo, farm animals
  930 William Gibbs Rd, Tifton, GA 31793. Phone: 229-821-0746. Email: bob@yourberrygoodfarms.com. Open: March 1, then through August, from 8am to 6pm on Monday thru Friday and 8am to 8pm on Saturdays closed on Sunday. Directions: I75 exit #62 \(Highway 82 West\) in Tifton. 9 miles. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check.
  Berry Good Farms LLC Facebook page. . Alternate Phone: 229-821-0542. Fax: 229-387-0606. . March 1, then through August, from 8am to 6pm on Monday thru Friday and 8am to 8pm on Saturdays (closed on Sunday). I75 exit #62 (Highway 82 West) in Tifton. 9 miles. Typical dates (check our website for changes): Strawberries start in early March, Blueberries: May 1 through July 15; Blackberries: May 15 through August 1. Payment: Cash, only. This year we have tons of fresh Blueberries on the bush ready to pick. Thornless Blackberries are not far behind. Come out and enjoy picking berries or call to place your order and pick them up. Visit our website for weekly updates to the "picture page" and to see what's happened and what is planned on the farm.(UPDATED: February 28, 2014, from their email) (UPDATED: April 25, 2013, from their email) A visitor writes on June 13, 2013: "The gentleman who answers the phone says a 'chemical problem' has caused them to close the 2013 peach picking. They will not have peaches this year. "
  Comments from a visitor on June 02, 2012: "I just wanted to give positive feedback for Berry Good Farms in Tifton, GA. We took our kids out to pick blackberries and ended up with an absolutely great afternoon and experience. The owner was so helpful and friendly, and she even took our kids around to see the animals on the farm and talk to them about the goats and chickens. It was a wonderful and memorable experience for my entire family. I strongly recommend this farm anytime you want a warm, friendly atmosphere and a great day. We will be back as fast as we can eat all of our berries! "
  Comments from a visitor on May 24, 2012: "Stopped by Berry Good Farms on May 23, 2012. This is a beautiful place. It was worth the ride to be able to sit back and enjoy their farm. Their blackberry vines are loaded with berries. They were not ready to be picked when we were there. The blueberries had been picked the day before so we were able to purchase already picked berries. The blueberries were large (dime size) and very sweet. I would suggest giving them a call to find out what berries are ready. My only regret is that they are 5 hours away from where I live. Enjoy!"
• The Market at Rutland Farms - blackberries, blueberries, cotton, peaches, strawberries, gift shop, concessions or refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, birthday parties, school tours
  5641 Union Rd, Tifton, GA 31794. Phone: 229-386-5111. Email: paige@rutlandfarms.com. Open: Monday through Saturday 9 am to 6 pm; Closed Sundays. Directions: Exit 55, I-75. Follow signs. 1.5 miles from interstate. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard.
  The Market at Rutland Farms Facebook page. . Alternate Phone: 229-392-5302. . Blueberries: Available April through June*, Peaches: Available May through June*, Tomatoes: Available June through July*, *Dates of availability are approximate and weather dependent. Please call(229) 386-5111 for the most updated information on what's available throughout the year. In addition to regular PYO, they also have festival days, such as Strawberry Jubilee on Saturdays in April. Our Strawberry Jubilee kicks off at 10 am. and runs until 6 pm (last ticket sold at 5:30 PM). We will have a Bounce House, Petting Zoo, Hay Rides, Strawberry Picking, Barrel Train, Local Live Music, and More! 2021 Admission Fee: $8 per person(Children Under 2 are Free with a Paid Adult) Pumpkin patch: October 1st through November 6th.there is no admission fee to visit the pumpkin patch. Guests are only charged the cost of their selected pumpkins. Price is dependent upon size and type of pumpkin selected and therefore, varies. The average price range is from $3.00 to $8.00 per pumpkin. Corn maze: your autumn adventure begins at Rutland Farms! Come get lost in our giant, 15 acre corn maze, light up the night with our flashlight nights inside the maze or, for tiny explorers, check out our mini maze designed with toddlers in mind. The giant corn maze features a new design each year.

Turner County

• Bark's Berries - Blueberries
  680 Jones Road, Ashburn, GA 31714. Phone: 229-947-5784. Email: sveninlanc@yahoo.com. Open: Daily, from 8 am to 7 pm when the blueberries are ready, typically May-June. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. . . Click here for a map. Varieties are Rabbiteye, Tiffblue, Climax and Powderblue. (ADDED: April 17, 2015, JBS)

 

Blueberry

Blueberry Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

Blueberries are one of the easiest fruit to prepare and serve. There's no peeling, pitting, coring or cutting. They have few natural pests, (other than birds), so pesticides are generally unnecessary! This year's crop is fantastic (see related news story), thanks both to the weather and to more farms planting more blueberry bushes due to increased consumer demand over the past few years as more studies proclaim the anti-oxidant and other health properties of blueberries.

Click here to find a local Blueberry Festival (usually held between April and July).

If you are looking for information about a similar berry, the saskatoon (also called the June berry or Serviceberry) see this page about saskatoons.

Picking tips:

Select plump, full blueberries with a light gray-blue color. A berry with any hint of red isn't fully ripened.

Ripening AFTER picking?

First, it is key to know that once picked, blueberries will NOT become any sweeter, nor will the flavor improve. The only change that occurs is the color. They will APPEAR to ripen, but it is only a color change, from white to green to rose to red to pale blue to fully blue. So, white and green colored blueberries will not "ripen" after they are picked; while blueberries that have already turned purple, red or blue-ish usually DO change color after they are picked (if they are kept at room temperature to "ripen").

As the blueberries ripen ON THE BUSH, the flavor goes from tastless to bitter to tasteless tart to tart blueberry flavor to sweet blueberry flavor.

Grocery stores sell blueberries that are tart, not sweet because they had them picked unripe by machine so they are very firm and can handled being bumped around in shipping. They may look good, but are not as tasty as those picked when actually ripe.

So, the key is, PICK ONLY RIPE BERRIES!

How to pick blueberries

Since blueberries hang on the bushes in bunches a but like grapes do, the easiest and fastest way to pick them is hold your bucket under them in one hand and with your other hand, cup a ripe bunch and gently rub them with your fingers. The ripe berries will drop into your bucket, while the unripe ones will remain attached to the bush.

When the bushes are at peak, I can easily pick 2 gallons per hour (if I'm not being distracted by the kids and the sun isn't too hot!). A newbie might do 1 gallon per hour.and at the beginning or end of the season it takes more time as the berries are not as plentiful nor concentrated in clusters.

Tips for storing blueberries after harvesting:

• Once picked, don't place the berries, still warm from the sun, in a closed bag or container. Leave the container open so moisture doesn't form in the container.
• Don't wash berries until just before using, to prevent berries from becoming mushy.
• Chill berries soon after picking to increase shelf life. Store your fresh blueberries in the refrigerator as soon as you get them home, without washing them, in a covered bowl or storage container. If refrigerated, fresh-picked blueberries will keep 10 to 14 days.
• Freeze berries in freezer containers without washing to keep the skins from toughening. Place berries one layer deep. Freeze, then pour the frozen berries into freezer containers. Because unwashed blueberries freeze individually, they can be easily poured from containers in desired amounts. Remember both frozen and fresh berries should be rinsed and drained just before serving. Just before using, wash the berries in cold water.

Blueberry Measurements and Conversions

Keep in mind that blueberries vary considerably in density and moisture content, so these ranges are approximates.

• 1 gallon of blueberries weighs about 7.5 lbs or (4 liters of blueberries is about 3.5 kg)

• 1 pint of fresh blueberries weights about 3/4 of a pound. (1 liter of blueberries is about 700 grams)

• 1 pound of fresh blueberries is usually between about 2 and 3 cups of berries.

• It takes about 4 cups (about of blueberries to make a blueberry pie (see this fantastic and easy blueberry pie recipe)

• A normal batch of blueberry preserves, jam or jelly requires 5 pints of berries.

• Blueberries do come in a variety of sizes from small (190-250 berries per cup) to extra large (<90 berries per cup).

Blueberry Recipes, Canning and Freezing Blueberries

Recipes

• The world's best Blueberry pie, recipe and directions and illustrated!
• Blueberry buckle coffee cake: illustrated directions for this great crumb-topping blueberry coffee cake
• Other easy directions to make blueberry desserts: cobblers, etc.

Canning, freezing and other blueberry recipes:

• How to Freeze Blueberries
• How to Can Blueberries
• How to Make Homemade Blueberry Jam
• How to make blueberry jelly
• How to make and can blueberry syrup (it works for strawberries, raspberries and blackberries, too)
• blueberry pie filling to use later,
• blueberry butter

Baking tips

If you have trouble with blueberries settling to the bottom of muffins and blueberry breads, try one or more of these tips:

• Coat them with flour before adding to the batter. Just gently shake the blueberries in a bag (plastic or paper) with 1/2 cup of flour, then dump them mix in a sieve to remove excess flour.
• It may just be that your batter is too thin. try making the batter a little thicker!
• Fill the muffin cups or baking pan up to 1/4 full with batter (which hasn't had blueberries added to it yet); then stir the blueberries into the remaining batter, and continue to fill the muffin cups or bread pan. The blueberries will start off higher in the mix!

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

• Farm markets and roadside stands
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• Horse rides, stables, lessons, trails
• Maple Syrup farms and sugarworks
• Bed & Breakfasts on Farms, Wineries, Ranches and Orchards
• Pumpkin patches
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• Zombie Paintball venues
• Christmas Tree Farms & lots
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