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A View from the Field: A Preview of the 2021 Pro Farmer Crop Tour

As scouts prepare to hit the fields across seven states, our team of experts gathers to frame expectations ahead of this annual August ritual. 

At the Farm Country Update on July 15, Farm Journal Editor and AgDay Host Clinton Griffiths, AgriTalk Host Chip Flory, and Pro Farmer Editor Brian Grete shared a preview of potential corn and soybean production and scout reporting from 2,000-plus fields across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, Ohio and South Dakota. 

Now in its 29th year, the Pro Farmer Crop Tour provides a dirty-boots update on corn and soybean crops as they head into the home stretch of the growing season.

USDA changed its process for the August Crop Production Report, and with the change Crop Tour took on greater significance for farmers. In the past, USDA used field observations and producer surveys to estimate corn and soybean yields in August. Budget cuts at USDA forced USDA’s NASS to abandon the field observations for the August estimate.

“What that means is the Crop Tour is the first organized group now to go out and pull the husk back and take a look at what's under the husk,” Flory says. “We've got farmers who really understand what the weather is doing to a crop. They’re pulling open the bean rows, taking a look down the rows and under the canopy in the beanfield.”

Crop condition ratings and anecdotal reports from Pro Farmer members and others have given crop tour scouts an idea of what to expect, Grete says. 

“We want to go in with an open mind, and we don't want to have any preconceived ideas, but I think it's a pretty clear divide this year between those that have gotten the rains and those that haven't gotten the rains, and it's dry in that far northern and northwestern area,” Grete says. 

And it's been wet in the eastern belt, so there’s a significant divide between the wet areas and the dry areas, and the divide seems to be getting wider. 

“We will in all likelihood experience some areas where crops are lost, drowned-out spots, those types of things,” Grete says. 

Even so, Grete says the eastern Corn Belt has  some favorable weather patterns for mid-July. 

“It can change in the next month, but we've got some pretty good crop conditions out in the eastern Corn Belt. We expect we're going to see a pretty good-looking product. Now how much grain it's got, sometimes that’s completely different story. But we'll be seeing some pretty decent fields.” 

The western Corn Belt tour will reveal some of the drought issues, including in the north-central and northwestern Iowa areas, southern Minnesota into portions of the eastern half of Nebraska, and southeastern South Dakota. 

“We take soil moisture ratings for the soybean crop, because that matters,” Grete says. “And I think it's probably going to be a pretty stark difference between the four western Corn Belt states and the three eastern Corn Belt states. I split Iowa, because the eastern half of Iowa is probably going to trend more like the other three eastern belt states, and the western half of Iowa will trend dryer.”

To add to the challenges farmers are facing, global stocks reports and carryover add in more variables to navigate this year, Griffiths says. 

“There's very little cushion for U.S. corn and soybeans on the U.S. dollar sheet,” Grete says. “But then you add in the global situation as well. We’re in this period of tightness where we don't have a lot of margin of error, and that's part of the discovery process.”

Watch the team’s full analysis here.  

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Whether you’re a student or a professional, a visit report helps you document the procedures and processes at an industrial or corporate location. These reports are fairly straightforward. Describe the site first and explain what you did while you were there. If required, reflect on what you learned during your visit. No additional research or information is needed.

Writing a Visit Report

Explain the site's purpose, operations, and what happened during the visit. Identify the site's strengths and weaknesses, along with your recommendations for improvement. Include relevant photos or diagrams to supplement your report.

Describing the Site

• Reports are usually only 2-3 pages long, but in some cases, these reports may be much longer.
• In some cases, you may be asked to give recommendations or opinions about the site. In other cases, you will be asked only to describe the site.
• Ask your boss or instructor for models of other visit reports. If you can't get a model, look up samples online.

• If you visited a factory, explain what it is producing and what equipment it uses.
• If you visited a construction site, describe what is being constructed and how far along the construction is. You should also describe the terrain of the site and the layout.
• If you’re visiting a business, describe what the business does. State which department or part of the business you visited.
• If you’re visiting a school, identify which grades they teach. Note how many students attend the school. Name the teachers whose classes you observed.

• Who did you talk to? What did they tell you?
• What did you see at the site?
• What events took place? Did you attend a seminar, Q&A session, or interview?
• Did you see any demonstrations of equipment or techniques?

• For example, at a car factory, describe whether the cars are made by robots or humans. Describe each step of the assembly line.
• If you're visiting a business, talk about different departments within the business. Describe their corporate structure and identify what programs they use to conduct their business.

Reflecting on Your Visit

• Is there something you didn’t realize before that you learned while at the site?
• Who at the site provided helpful information?
• What was your favorite part of the visit and why?

• For example, you might state that the factory uses the latest technology but point out that employees need more training to work with the new equipment.
• If there was anything important left out of the visit, state what it was. For example, maybe you were hoping to see the main factory floor or to talk to the manager.

• Tailor your recommendations to the organization or institution that owns the site. What is practical and reasonable for them to do to improve their site?
• Be specific. Don’t just say they need to improve infrastructure. State what type of equipment they need or give advice on how to improve employee morale.

Formatting Your Report

• If you are following a certain style guideline, like APA or Chicago style, make sure to format the title page according to the rules of the handbook.

• Don’t just say “the visit was interesting” or “I was bored.” Be specific when describing what you learned or saw.

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To write a visit report, start by including a general introduction that tells your audience where and when you visited, who your contact was, and how you got there. Once you have the introduction written out, take 1 to 2 paragraphs to describe the purpose of the site you visited, including details like the size and layout. If you visited a business, talk about what the business does and describe any specific departments you went to. Then, summarize what happened during your visit in chronological order. Make sure to include people you met and what they told you. Toward the end of your report, reflect on your visit by identifying any strengths and weaknesses in how the site operates and provide any recommendations for improvement. For more help, including how to format your report, read on! Did this summary help you? Yes No

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Who does not like field trips? When you were a kid or when you were still attending school, you would have gone through field trips and often than not asked to write a report about it. You get to visit different places and learn from it. A lot of people who have gone through field trips often expect to have a written report about it, but it is of course different from when you were a kid or a student. There are some who do go on field trips who are tasked to make reports like those in agricultural businesses or have graduated within the field of agriculture. To get to know more about what can be expected in a field trip report, let’s check out the example templates below for more information. Check out  10+ Trip Report Examples & Templates .

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What is a field trip report? A field trip report is a document that describes , summarizes and explains the things that have been done during the field trip. Whether or not the field trip may have been done as work related, school related, or even personal or family related. There is no denying, field trips can be fun and informative. A field trip report consists of an introduction, a body and a conclusion. Basically like writing a report. In addition, the field trip report contains information and the reason for the said field trip. Working in agriculture, a field trip report is a required paperwork to explain the process of the agricultural work and any issues that may slow down the agricultural business. Lastly, when you think of field trip reports, you think of information necessary to record and explain. The document is also used as a means of record to be sure that everything is going as it should. See  13 + Business Trip Report Examples . 

How to Write a Field Trip Report

How do you write a report for a field trip? For students, they are given a template for them to follow and write down what they see and learn. On a work related or professional level, the person who went on the field trip is required to make a report of what they have observed and what they may take from the learning experience. Regardless of what the field trip may be and for who it is for, writing the report is needed. With that being said, a list of steps to take to make a field trip report. For students on a field trip see  12+ Permission Slip Templates . 

1. Make an Interesting Title and Introduction

To start making a field trip report, you must also make an interesting title and an interesting introduction. What this simply means is that, to get your audiences’ attention, you must grab it with an interesting title. The title must be about the field trip you went on. The same goes for an introduction. Avoid adding too much detail in the introduction.

2.  Tell It in Story Format

Telling your report in story format is fine, but do avoid making it sound fiction when it is supposed to be non-fiction. Writing the report can also be written in an essay format. Again as long as you avoid adding too many flimsy words that may make your report sound more fiction than non-fiction. Another way to make it is to outline your report to make it easier. Outlining helps a lot.

3. Jargon Must Be Clear and Concise

Jargon . There may be times that we are tempted to use different jargon to express what we feel and see in the field trip report. But make sure that the jargon you are using is easy enough for the audience to understand. The use of jargon must be clear and concise throughout your report. See  6+ Jargon Examples in Literature – PDF .

4. Review Your Trip Report

The last thing to do is to review the trip report. Just to be sure that you have added an introduction, the body and your conclusion. The jargon should be understandable, the details complete and of course check on your grammar and spelling throughout the report.

What is a field trip report?

When you hear the words field trip, the first thing that may come to mind is your childhood memories filled with those trips either made with family, friends or school. With school, you are asked to make a report or an essay about what you did on the field trip. A field trip  report is a document that describes , summarizes and explains the things that have been done during the field trip. Whether or not the field trip may have been done as work related, school related, or even personal or family related.

How do you make a field trip report?

To make a field trip report, you must remember to make it interesting. Capture the attention of the audience. Add in some photos if you have any, but remember the main focus is in your words or how you express it in a story.

Why do you need a field trip report?

The need for making the report may vary. For students, it is a way for them to express what they felt during the field trip. For business purposes, it is to explain the ongoing projects or the ongoing business that they have.

Who does not like field trips? A lot of people may find it useless as they may not have had the best field trips growing up, but it’s not too late for that. Field trip reports are made for varying reasons, one reason would be to describe and talk about the things they see. For a business point of view, it would be for the prospect of expanding to other places.

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5 U.S. Farm Tours You Should Book Today

In search of a new family-friendly activity to try? Consider taking a farm tour. Not only will you probably learn something new about where your food comes from – you’re also guaranteed to have fun. After all, who can resist smiling while feeding a baby calf or taking a bite out of a fresh-picked apple ?

See more:  5 Incredible Farm Stay Destinations Around the U.S.

After scouring the U.S. farm tour scene for the most interesting spots across the nation, we’ve rounded up a few farm tours we consider must-see destinations. Read on to discover five American ag attractions you’ll want to visit ASAP.

Liberty Hill Farm

Located in Rochester, Vermont, Liberty Hill Farm is a family-owned working dairy farm that welcomes guests from around the world. The farm, recognized as Vermont’s first certified Green Agritourism Enterprise, offers visitors opportunities to milk and feed Robeth Holstein cows, bottle-feed newborn calves, and pick (and eat!) fresh berries and vegetables.

Liberty Hill Farm also has an inn with seven guest rooms, which makes it a perfect destination for those looking to enjoy a relaxing vacation along with a farm tour. Stays include both a farm-fresh dinner and a hearty breakfast – so guests can rest assured they won’t go hungry.

Farmlandia Farm Loop

See not one, not two, but 15 farms and agricultural attractions in the southeast Portland and Wilsonville regions of Oregon on the Farmlandia Farm Loop . The self-guided farm tour route includes a mix of family farms and value-added operations like Barn Owl Nursery Herb & Lavender Farm , which lays claim to nearly 100 different lavender and culinary herb plants, and Tollen Farm , which is home to Mediterranean miniature donkeys.

The Farmlandia Farm Loop also includes stops at the year-round Oregon City Farmers Market and the Milwaukie Farmers Market , which opens on Sundays from May through October. Both offer ample opportunity for visitors to pick up seasonal Oregon-grown fruits and vegetables.

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Walker Honey Farm

Curious about how honey goes from beehive to bottle? Visit the family-owned Walker Honey Farm in Rogers, Texas, where you can take a guided walking tour of the farm’s facilities and hear firsthand from beekeepers and honey handlers. The 45-minute tour also includes a stop at Dancing Bee Winery on the farm’s property. At the winery, guests can try mead (also known as “honey wine”), one of the oldest alcoholic drinks still consumed today.

Walker Honey Farm tours take place on the first Saturday of each month, beginning at Walker Honey Farm Store. To make a reservation (recommended, but not required) call (254) 983-2899.

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Charleston Tea Plantation

If you’re in South Carolina’s Lowcountry region, you’ll want to take the time to explore North America’s only tea plantation: the Charleston Tea Plantation located on Wadmalaw Island. Guests can see the acres of tea plants on a trolley tour and visit the only tea factory in America. There’s also an option to take an exclusive, comprehensive tour with Bill Hall, a third-generation tea taster who oversees the daily operations at the Charleston Tea Plantation. Want to take some tea to go? Visit the on-site gift shop to purchase specialty teas and related items like tea infusers and mugs.

For more information or to book a tour, call 1-843-559-0383, ext. 4207, or email jknight@rcbigelow.com .

Thoroughbred Heritage Horse Farm Tours

Known as the Horse Capital of the World, it makes sense that Kentucky would offer horse farm tours – and thanks to Thoroughbred Heritage Horse Farm Tours , you can get an up-close-and-personal look at the state’s famous horse industry. On the three-hour, narrated tours, guests can see and learn more about Lexington’s Calumet Farm, an iconic Thoroughbred breeding and racing operation spanning nearly 800 acres. Guests will also get the chance to visit Keeneland, a famous racecourse and the Thoroughbred industry’s top auction house. Tours also include glimpses of movie filming locations for films like Secretariat , Seabiscuit and Dreamer .

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To purchase tickets in advance (required because tours fill up, call (859) 260-8687 or visit www.seethechampions.com .

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Registration Opens For Fox Valley Tech Farm Tours

November 10, 2023

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Fox Valley Technical College will host its 72 nd  annual Farm Tour on Wednesday, November 29. The event will be hosted at the Appleton Main Campus and include virtual tours of two local farms.

The event is open to anyone interested in effective agriculture production practices, new dairy calf housing and milking facilities, and technologies such as on-farm digesters. Each dairy will share a visual presentation with time for questions and open discussion.

Host farms are Strassburg Creek Dairy in Wittenberg and Wayside Dairy in Greenleaf. Strassburg Creek Dairy includes 1,000 cows plus a conventional milking parlor and 12 Lely automated milking robots. Wayside Dairy includes 2,000 cows and is currently building and implementing an on-farm digester.

“The Fox Valley Technical College Farm Tour is a long-standing opportunity provided to the community,” explains Sarah Mills-Lloyd, department chair for Horticulture, Farm Operations, Farm Business Production Management and Agriculture Automation. “It will provide an opportunity to connect with the farmers and learn about their farming practices. The goal of the event is to provide the community with an opportunity to experience and learn the current trends in the agriculture industry.”

The event runs from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. It is free to attend but  registration  is requested.

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August 21-24, 2023

The Pro Farmer Crop Tour provides insights into potential corn and soybean production and gathers scout reporting from 2,000+ fields across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, Ohio and South Dakota. 

In addition to coverage of the Tour on AgWeb, AgDay and social media, you have the opportunity to attend nightly meetings in person or watch the nightly broadcast online where you’ll receive daily results, scouting observations and historical comparison data from our Tour leaders. 

Join Pro Farmer Crop Tour!

Register and attend nightly meetings in person or watch results nightly broadcast live at 8pm. 

Online Broadcast (15 min nightly update) – Free

In-Person Tour nightly meeting - $50 per person  (includes 2 drink tickets and dinner with full program)

Interested in becoming a Crop Tour scout? Send us an email request, and we'll provide complete scouting information. Scout applications begin each year June 1st.   Contact us for more details!

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August 21 – Noblesville, IN Embassy Suites Noblesville Indianapolis Conference Center 13700 Conference Center Drive South Noblesville, IN 46060 *note all times above are CST. This location takes place 1 hour later.

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August 23 – Iowa City, IA Hyatt Regency Coralville 300 East 9th Street Coralville, IA 52241

August 24 – Rochester, MN Mayo Civic Center 30 Civic Center Drive SE Rochester, MN 55902 

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August 21 – Grand Island, NE Riverside Golf Club 2820 Riverside Drive Grand Island, NE 68801

August 22 – Nebraska City, NE Lied Lodge and Conference Center 2700 Sylvan Road Nebraska City, NE 68410

August 23– Spencer, IA Clay County Fair and Events Center 800 West 18th Street Spencer, IA 51301  

August 24 – Rochester, MN Mayo Civic Center 30 Civic Center Drive SE Rochester, MN 55902

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Local Farm Tours

Several area date growers offer tours to the public. Not many people know how to grow a date or even its history in the U.S. Did you know that the Yuma and Bard area helped save the Middle East’s Medjool date palms? When disease broke out in Morocco in 1927, palm shoots were brought to the Southwest and cultivated. Some years later, new trees grown here were repatriated to Morocco to help them replenish their date groves. Now local date growers are among the top producers worldwide, even exporting our dates to the Middle East. Each year, up to 15 million pounds of premium Yuma dates are grown, harvested, and then shipped around the world. More date info and recipes can be found at NaturalDelights.com. Dates and date products may be purchased at these local establishments:

-- Martha’s Gardens Date Farm Dates, local honey, sandwiches, soup, date shakes and ice cream, pleasant landscaped patio for a bite, call about farm tours aboard a tram, $10 per person, call for reservations. 9747 Avenue 9 ¾ E, MarthasGardens.com, 928.726.8831 -- Naked Dates Organic Medjools, date shakes, handmade soaps, date beer, and fresh eggs, call about walking tours. $10 per person, call in advance. 13589 S. Avenue 25E, Wellton, HealthyNakedDates.com, 888.374.2037 -- Peanut Patch Date shakes homemade fudge, nuts, dried fruits, candy, and gifts, plus free kitchen tours November through March on selected days, call for info. 4322 E County 13 St., ThePeanutPatch.com, 928.726.6292  

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Southern California boasts a beautiful climate, perfect for growing various fruits and vegetables year-round. U-Pick farms and orchards allow visitors to pick their produce straight from the vine. You can gather apples, cherries, citrus fruits, strawberries, pumpkins, and various vegetables. Our list includes U-Pick destinations from Santa Barbara to San Diego, making finding one near your home easy. Northern California U-Pick .

Underwood Family Farms: U-Pick Family Attraction

Underwood Family Farms is a 40-acre farm located in Moorpark, California. They grow fresh fruits and vegetables which they sell at their farm stores and certified farmers’ markets throughout Southern California. You can pick strawberries, lettuce, carrots, sweet peas, cucumbers, citrus, and any other produce that grows there (depending on the season). The farm also offers horse-pulled hayrides, a petting zoo, farm tours, and seasonal festivals. 3370 Sunset Valley Rd, Moorpark, California. Website .

Tanaka Farms Irvine: Strawberries, Watermelon, and pumpkins

Tanaka Farms is one of the few remaining farms in Orange County. Strawberries are one of the most popular U-Pick activities here. Depending on the season, tomatoes, watermelon, and pumpkins are also on the U-Pick menu. Tractor-pulled farm tours take visitors through the farm fields, where they learn how food is grown. If you still have some energy after visiting the farm, there are plenty of nearby trails in the surrounding hills of Irvine, California. 5380 3/4 University Dr, Irvine, California. Website .

Julian U-Pick Apples San Diego County

Julian is a town in northern San Diego County that was once a gold mine. Once a year, local apple growers open their orchards for U-Pick. Julian apple picking has grown popular, and some farms require a reservation. It is a fun destination from late August through October. Although the apples are the biggest draw to Julian regarding other fun, there is plenty to do. Julian is 60 miles east of downtown San Diego.

Oak Glen U-Pick Apple Orchards

Oak Glen apple orchards produce unique varieties, such as the Vasquez and King David, and “antique varieties” are no longer commercially available. Seasonal U-Pick apples, berries, and pumpkins. Apple picking season starts Labor Day weekend and runs through the end of November. Oak Glen is located in the mountains above the San Bernardino Valley.

Leona Valley Cherry Picking

Leona Valley is Southern California’s cherry-picking capital. The prime season is May through mid-July. Several family-run farms offer cherry-picking. U-pick pricing is by the bucket, or you can purchase pre-picked boxes of cherries. Leona Valley is about a one-hour drive north of Los Angeles.

Heritage Park U-Pick Oranges

Heritage Park is a small community park in La Verne. The La Verne Heritage Society offers U-Pick oranges on Saturdays from January through mid-March. For $6.00, visitors get a bag that they can fill with oranges or grapefruits. U-Pick is available until the trees are picked clean. 5001 Vía De Mansion, La Verne, California.

Ambers Cherry Farm Leona Valley, CA

Ambers is one of the most popular cherry farms in the Leona Valley. If you are looking for a fresh tree, juicy sweet cherries, Ambers is the place. Ambers offers 11 varieties of cherries. You can taste it before you pick. Grab a pail and start picking. 9300 Leona Ave, Leona Valley, California.

Riley’s Farm Apple Picking Apples. Raspberries and Peaches

Rely’s Farm is a working apple orchard and living history farm. The main U-Pick crop is apples. Other crops include raspberries and peaches: gift shop, bakery, and seasonal events. 12261 Oak Glen Rd, Yucaipa, California.

Carlsbad Strawberry Company

Southern California U-Pick strawberries at their best. The fields here overlook Carlsbad Lagoon and are on some costly land. So far, no developer has managed to purchase this land. A small bucket costs 10 dollars a person. A large bucket is 20 dollars and has a two-person entrance. Kids under five are free. Boxed strawberries are for sale at the produce stand if you don’t want to pick them. 1050 Cannon Rd, Carlsbad, California.

South Coast Farms Seasonal U-Pick Strawberries

Fresh produce is sold at the Farm Stand in Dana Point. ” From your farm to your table with love, daily!” Seasonal U-pick strawberries are available at Tree of Life Nursery along Ortega Highway in San Juan Capistrano. Visit their website for more information and to see when your pick is available.

Kenny’s Strawberry Farm Fallbrook

Kenny’s is a great place to visit with your kids. The strawberries are always plump and juicy, and the prices are reasonable compared to other U-Pick strawberry farms. Strawberries are usually available from February to July or until the fields are entirely harvested. During July, watermelons are available for picking, and in October, pumpkins can be picked. Kenny’s is at 953 Rainbow Valley Blvd, Fallbrook, California.

Avila Apple Trail San Luis Obispo CA

Apple season runs between September and December when the fruit is sweet, crisp, and perfect. Delicious and nutritious, apples are made into cider, pies, and preserves. The size of the harvest determines when apples can be picked. Avila Beach is located along California’s Central Coast.

Southern California Farm Tours

Carlsbad Aquafarm Tours: Shuck Your Own Oysters

The Carlsbad Aquafarm Tour lasts an hour, including a 30-minute walking tour and a brief class on shuck oysters. At the end of the tour, visitors get to shuck six oysters themselves and taste them. The tour package includes lemons, hot sauce, and shucking tools.

Bennetts Honey Farm Fillmore, California

Bennetts Honey Farm is located north of Los Angeles in the Heritage Valley. Once a year, during the annual Heritage Valley Honey Festival, Bennets offers farm tours. These tours are unique in that visitors ride a train to the honey farm. Bennetts Honey Farm is open year-round and has a small store where you can taste and purchase honey and honey-made products. 3176 Honey Ln, Fillmore, California.

Fairview Gardens Farm Tour Goleta, CA

Fairview Gardens Organic Farm in Goleta, California, offers self-guided and guided tours of the 12-acre farm. The produce is grown organically and available for sale at the farm’s popular produce stand and local farmers’ markets. 598 N Fairview Ave, Goleta, California.

Centennial Farm Tour Costa Mesa, California

Centennial Farm is located on the OC Fair & Event Center grounds. The three-acre farm is home to numerous farm animals and vegetable gardens. Crops are grown for educational purposes only and donated to Second Harvest Food Bank: free admission and parking. Guided tours for schools are available. 598 N Fairview Ave, Goleta, CA 93117

Highland Springs Lavender Fields

Highland Springs Resort is home to a very popular Lavender Festival in June. Stroll through the organic lavender fields. Take a guided tour in a horse-drawn hay wagon. Learn how lavender is processed and discover lavender-infused products, food, and drinks. 10600 Highland Springs Ave, Cherry Valley, CA 92223

Oasis Camel Dairy Farm San Diego County

Oasis Camel Dairy offers public tours once a month on weekends. Guests usually arrive around 1:00, and then a camel show begins at 1:30. Following the presentation, visitors stroll down to the pastures to get close to the camels and snap some souvenir photographs.

Bates Nut Farm Tour: Nuts, Dried Fruits, Candy, and Jams

Bates Nut Farm offers educational tours for schools and groups. For 15 or more groups, Seasonal Farm Life, Nuts For You, Harvest, and Pumpkin Patch tours are provided. The store is open year-round and sells nuts, dried fruits, candy, jams, and assorted gifts and food items. It is located at 15954 Woods Valley Rd, Valley Center, California.

Whalley’s Orchard U-Pick

There is no U-pick here, but there are freshly harvested Peaches, Apples, Plums, Pluots, Cherries, and Asian pearls. Whalley does the picking; you do the eating. The farmstand is located on 87th Street East in Littlerock, CA, north of Pearblossom Hwy (CA Hwy 138) and south of Avenue T.

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