Welcome to Holly Fork Farm-4901 Holly Fork Rd- Barhamsville Va
804 366-6349 CALL or TEXT hollyforkfarm@gmail.com
you can ALSO obtain FARM updates by liking us on facebooK
We specialize in planting traditions and harvesting fantastic memories!!
WE ARE OPEN FOR THE FALL SEASON !!!
FALL SEASON INFO...We open on the third Saturday in September
Hours are as follows:
Mon, Tues, Wed, Thur, Sun. 10 am to 6 30 pm
Fri. and Sat. 10 to 7:30 pm
our last day of the fall season is Oct. 31st.. that day we close at 2 pm
We plan to have our face painter at the farm every October fall weekend
We also have a good selection of vendors here on Saturdays and some Sundays too!
CHECK OUT ALL OF OUR FANTASTIC EVENTS ON FACEBOOK TOO!
JUST TO NAME A FEW....
LASER TAG, PAINT DAY FOR THE LITTLE ONES AND ANOTHER PAINT DAY FOR THE ADULTS, HARVEST HOEDOWN WEEKEND, EAR-PLEASING ENTERTAINMENT MOST EVERY WEEKEND TOO !
SO MUCH TO OFFER AT HOLLY FORK FARM - COME OUT TO THE FARM THAT TREATS YOU LIKE FAMILY!
BOOKING FALL FIELD TRIPS/STUDIES TOO !!
BRING YOUR CHURCH GROUP OUT TO THE FARM-HAVE A PICNIC, ENJOY SOME ICE CREAM AND ACTIVITIES- PERHAPS A YOUTH GROUP OUTING, A SENIOR OUTING* EMAIL US ABOUT DISCOUNTED INFORMATION FOR YOUR GROUP ** THIS APPLIES TO GROUPS OF 20 OR MORE!
EMAIL TODAY FOR MORE DETAILS
DON'T EVER HESITATE TO CALL OR TEXT WITH QUESTIONS
804 366 6349
we are a family farm located in the eastern end of New Kent County. We are about 40 minutes from Richmond, 20 minutes from Williamsburg, 50 minutes from the Northern Neck, 40-45 minutes from Hampton Roads and 10 minutes from West Point.
Worth the ride out the country!
We specialize in planting traditions and harvesting fantastic memories!!
We were the first Agritourism operation in our county starting in 2010.
Farming is a family affair at Holly Fork Farm. Owners Stephanie and Michael Ripchick along with their daughters Sophie and Hannah will make sure you have an excellent time while visiting us. The land that the farm is operating on has been farmed since 1920... Richard P. Dean, Jr., Stephanie's father is also a big part of our operation... he is no stranger to farming.. he has been grain farming for over 50 years .. and still actively farms! He has also always raised some produce too. Many other helpers at our farm are family members and LOCAL helpers from our community!
We grow strawberries for picking.. have farm animals you can visit..offer many classes and educational field studies/tours at the farm..We typically see many fantastic field trip goers in spring, summer, and fall. We encourage booking a trip early so that you can get scheduled and not miss out on a trip to our family-friendly farm. Our motto is NOT ALL CLASSROOMS HAVE FOUR WALLS. Additionally, we have many wonderful visits from patrons during our spring and fall seasons! We enjoy sharing what we do with others.
We, additionally, grow some veggies for sale in the summer months-including our famous sweet corn, blackberries, pumpkins, gourds, bale straw, offer corn stalks, mums, yams, and so much more in the fall..
We also offer a HUGE variety of jams, conserves, salsas, our famous
BBQ sauces, relishes, pickles, and salad dressings!!
Our farm APPRECIATES your business and we strive for
excellent customer service at all times!!!!
~WE ARE A SEASONAL FARM- NOT OPEN YEAR ROUND~
Feedback
We ask that if you are not happy about something at the farm or have a complaint please come locate an owner or manager-- We will do our best to make it right If you have a COMPLIMENT please let us know too! ** REMEMBER SOCIAL MEDIA CAN'T HELP YOU BUT WE WOULD LOVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO TRY~YOUR FARMERS AT HOLLY FORK FARM
Your support means SO MUCH and is really, really appreciated!
Check our FACEBOOK PAGE FOR EVENTS AND MORE INFO!
***BOOK YOUR FIELD TRIP / BIRTHDAY PARTY/ OFFICE PARTY AT THE FARM TODAY... CALL OR EMAIL US AND WE CAN HELP!!!!
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE INFORMATIONAL FIRST PAGE OF OUR WEBSITE MANY QUESTIONS CAN BE ANSWERED HERE
FROM FARMER STEPHANIE /Holly Fork Farm
4901 Holly Fork Rd Barhamsville VA
804 366 6349 call or text
*********FUN FALL Activity Info *********
THE NEED TO KNOW FALL WEEKEND INFO: ( WEEKDAY INFO. SCROLL DOWN)
ADMISSION IS $5.00 PER PERSON
** 2 and under and 60 & older are F R E E standard admission**
Includes: Entry to the farm, Play/game/corn box fun area, tire fun zone, hayride, and/or trolley ride (unlimited during your visit)
** WE DO OFFER A SHOPPERS ONLY WRIST BAND - AGAIN SHOPPERS ONLY**
GRAB ONE IN THE BIG RED BARN OR TICKET BOOTH!!**
SATURDAY OR SUNDAY MEGA BAND SPECIAL $20.00
INCLUDES UNLIMITED JUMP PAD, JUMP CASTLES, SCARECROW SLIDE, BARREL CAR RIDES ON THE HOLLY FORK FARM EXPRESS, AND ALL THE ACTIVITIES MENTIONED ABOVE !!!!
Standard admission is included with a Mega Band purchase
ONLY WANT TO DO A FEW ACTIVITIES? We can help!
Jump Pad – (Unlimited during your visit; no age or weight limitations) $5.00 per jumper
Two Jump Castles–(Unlimited during your visit; 10 and under please) $3.50 per jumper
Barrel Car Rides – (NOT unlimited; 10 and under please) $4.50 per ride
Scarecrow Jumbo Slide– (Unlimited during your visit)$5.00 per slider
Pumpkin Launcher – (NOT unlimited) $3.00 each or 3 for $7.00
**** We also offer a FALL SEASONS PASS FOR 30.00***
We do offer 2 standard admissions ( so mom and dad or grandpa and grandma, etc ....can come with the seasons pass holder when they visit)
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THE NEED TO KNOW – FALL WEEKDAY FARM INFO!
(Again this is WEEKDAY info)
ADMISSION IS $5.00 PER PERSON
** 2 and under and 60 & older are F R E E
Includes: Entry to the farm, Play/game/corn box fun area, tire fun area, hayride, and/or trolley ride (unlimited during your visit)
** WE DO OFFER A SHOPPERS ONLY WRIST BAND - AGAIN SHOPPERS ONLY**
GRAB ONE IN THE BIG RED BARN OR TICKET BOOTH!!**
ONLY WANT TO DO A FEW ACTIVITIES? We can help!
Jump Pad – (Unlimited during your visit; no age or weight limitations) $5.00 per jumper
Two Jump Castles–(Unlimited during your visit; 10 and under please) $3.50 per jumper
Barrel Car Rides – (NOT unlimited; 10 and under please) $4.50 per ride
not always available during the week)
Scarecrow Jumbo Slide– (Unlimited during your visit)$5.00 per slider
( not always available during the week)
Pumpkin Launcher – (NOT unlimited) $3.00 each or 3 for $7.00
WEEKDAY FUN PASS – Includes jump pad, jump castles, tires, corn box fun area $12.00 for ALL (Admission included with weekday fun pass purchase)
LAUNCH AT YOUR OWN RISK!! MAKE GOOD DECISIONS-WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THOSE THAT DO NOT!
**** We also offer a FALL SEASONS PASS FOR 30.00***
We do offer 2 standard admissions ( so mom and dad or grandpa and grandma, etc ....can come with the seasons pass holder when they visit)
** PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU HOLD A SEASON PASS TO THE FARM THIS DOES NOT COVER ANY FIELD TRIP FEES FOR ADULTS OR CHILDREN **
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HOLLY FORK FARM 2023 SEASON PASS BARGAIN DEAL ALERTS WILL BE OFFERED PERIODICALLY- be on the LOOKOUT!!!!
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Farm News
Take a TROLLEY RIDE around the farm -this is new to us .. we are planning to gussy her up a little before fall of 2022- stay tuned!
( weekends only for the trolley)
COMING LATE FALL OF 2022 OR EARLY 2023
WE ARE PUTTING A BUILDING OVER THE JUMP PAD- YOU CAN NOT IMAGINE HOW HAPPY WE ARE TO FINALLY HAVE THIS HAPPENING!!!
* PLEASE NOTE ACTIVITIES MAY BE LIMITED IF THE FORECAST LOOKS BAD OR IF ITS RAINING**SORRY Y'ALL BUT THE WEATHER IS BEYOND OUR CONTROL :( YOUR SAFETY IS OUR MAIN CONCERN!
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Payments we accept
We accept cash debit and credit
Keep in mind we are a small business and cash is ALWAYS appreciated then we don't pay all those expensive credit card fees :)
THERE IS A 5.00 MIN. TO USE A CARD!
SUPERVISE YOUR CHILDREN-NO EXCEPTIONS
We do ask that parents supervise children at all times at the farm!!!!
We want everyone to have a safe and fantastic time..so we ask that you take this seriously and keep an eye our little friends... we don't want anyone hurt or any unnecessary injury - ADDITIONALLY, ROUGH HOUSING OR ROUGH PLAY IS NOT TOLERATED AND THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS GIVEN.
We strive to answer everyone's voicemails, text messages, and Facebook messages... please bear with us if we take just a little longer to do so. Our farm is made up of mostly family employees ( we don't have a large staff) and we wear many hats at the farm we are very very busy which we are certainly thankful for. Your patience is appreciated !!
WE STRIVE TO MAKE EVERYONE'S FARM EXPERIENCE A GREAT ONE.... PLEASE REMEMBER THAT IF YOU HAVE A QUESTION, A COMPLAINT, OR IF SOMETHING JUST WASN'T THE WAY YOU ANTICIPATED IT TO BE..... OUR STAFF CAN HELP YOU ..BUT GOOGLE ... FACEBOOK AND SOCIAL MEDIA CAN'T.. LET US TRY TO RESOLVE YOUR ISSUE AND HELP YOU IN ANY WAY WE CAN THAT'S THE WAY WE ROLL AT HOLLY FORK FARM-CUSTOMER SERVICE NEVER GOES OUT OF STYLE!!!!
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FARM
INCLEMENT WEATHER INFO.
** We are only closed if we have really, really bad rain.. call first or text is the weather forecast calls for rain and we can clarify **you can also check our Facebook page for updates too.
** NOTE WE DO NOT OFFER REFUNDS FOR ACTIVITIES DUE TO RAIN, WIND, ETC..
STRAWBERRY SEASON-A SWEET TIME OF YEAR ( usually end of April to late May)
Good news, all of our berries are spray and chemical free
We have picking containers available in the barn... check in with us before going to the patch and we can give you all the information you need-- there are activities at the farm during our strawberry season too! Hershey's scoop-able ice cream, milkshakes and floats :)
You can book a spring birthday party this time of year at the farm too- always a fun time..
FARM FRESH EGGS- We have many regulars that get eggs from us weekly but usually have a few dozen extra .. if you would like some please just call or text and we can let you know if there are any available...you can easily pick up from the front porch-we do all we can to make it convenient for you!
BLACKBERRY SEASON- Y U M M Y!
These are spray and chemical-free just like our strawberries are ..
You may order pre-picked berry 2 qt. or 4 qt-1 gallon containers from us in later June to mid-July.. call or text to do so! ** give us a few days notice for your order if possible.
DON'T FORGET CAMP HOLLY FORK FARM. I'ts a FARM-TASTIC TIME!
CAMP DOES FILL UP - GET SIGNED UP EARLY!!!
IF YOU PAY BY CREDIT OR DEBIT CARD THERE IS A 4% FEE - AS WE TRY TO KEEP THE COST OF CAMP AT A FAIR PRICE.. WE PREFER NOT TO TAKE CARDS
4 fun filled days of farm education..
crafts of all types... tye dye fun...interaction with farm animals.... including animal care....water fun..egg collection... bad! ...planting seeds..nature walk with tree...BASIC sewing... education...baking...journaling...
sensory activities. SCAVENGER HUNTS... PICKING VEGGIES.. - YOU WILL GET LOTS OF TAKE HOME GOODIES FROM CAMP HOLLY FORK FARM ....
......even some cooking....canning jam and so so so much more ..
Farm fun for all...We have lots of camp helpers to make it a success for all campers!!!
won't you join us? registration is OPEN now... simply email farmer Stephanie and you will be added to our list
hollyforkfarm@gmail.com include your child's name age and week of interest!!!
prepayment is required unless you have made prior arrangements..
WE ARE EXCITED!!!!! It will be farmtastic
let me email you a camp application TODAY..so the fun can begin for your kiddos!!
email ..call..or text...
questions are welcome!!
**Please do not send messages through Facebook I often don't see those right away and I want to be sure that I answer your questions in a timely manner....
farmer Stephanie s info..
804 366 6349
hollyforkfarm@gmail.com
**please plan to drop off and pick up on time****
**we need 15 campers in order to fill the camp
CAMP REFUND INFO. You must email us 5 days before camp is due to begin to request a refund-your refund will take up to 5 days to process.
No exceptions-thank you
LOOKING AHEAD...
2023 CAMP HOLLY FORK FARM DATES- MARK YOUR CALENDARS
FARM CAMP WEEK 1 - JULY 17, 18, 19, 20
FARM CAMP WEEK 2 - JULY 31, AUG 1, 2, 3
MOMMY AND ME DAY CAMP
THE DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED - WILL BE IN MAY 2023-IT'S A ONE-DAY CAMP
(THIS DOES NOT HAVE TO BE MOMMY- IT CAN BE A SPECIAL AUNT, GRANDPARENT, DAD, ETC)
IN THE FALL-
FALL SEASON INFO...We open the third Saturday in September
OPEN
Mon, Tues, Wed, Thur, Sun. 10 am to 6 30 pm
Fri. and Sat. 10 to 7:30 pm
our last day of the fall season is Oct. 31st.. that day we close at 2 pm
VENDOR INFO!
FALL VENDOR INFO. WE HAVE SPACES FOR VENDORS\CRAFTERS EVERY SATURDAY DURING OUR FALL SEASON-ONLY $15.00 (THIS IS THE PRICE FOR NON-EVENT WEEKENDS) PER EACH VENDOR SPACE-
SPACE IS LIMITED YOU MUST EMAIL ME IF YOU ARE INTERESTED (please include info. on what you vend- your contact phone number etc. !)
YOU MUST SIGN UP BEFOREHAND!
VENDOR PRICING AND 2022 DATES
HARVEST HOEDOWN EVENT/FESTIVAL VENDOR PRICING
** ALWAYS THE 3RD SAT. AND SUNDAY IN OCTOBER
2022 DATES - OCT 15 & 16
(35$ PER DAY - OR COME BOTH DAYS FOR 50$)
vendors are not organized via Facebook messenger - please - please email us!
** FYI vendor space is Apx. 12 x 12 size
* HOLLY FORK FARM DOES NOT PROVIDE TABLES, CHAIRS, TENTS, PETTY CASH, OR INTERNET TO VENDORS - EVEN IF IT IS NOT CALLING FOR HIGH WINDS IT IS HIGHLY, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU BRING WEIGHTS FOR YOUR TENT!
THE ARRIVAL TIME IS 8:30 AM NO LATER THAN 8:40 AM
** YOU WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO OFFLOAD YOUR VEHICLE AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE, PARK WHERE DIRECTED AND THEN YOU MAY COME BACK IN AND FINISH YOUR SET UP-
**Most of our vendor events are from 10 am to 330-4 pm- should you need to leave early - you likely will not be able to bring your vehicle back in .. we typically have many folks that are at the farm and it will not be safe for you to bring your vehicle in around all the patrons.. you will be responsible to transport your items back to your vehicle-this is for your safety and our patron's safety - we hope you understand - HFF Staff
* VENDOR FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE *
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** WE ARE SORRY BUT OUR FARM NO LONGER OFFERS PONY RIDES DURING ANY OF OUR SEASONS!
More fall information
A HUGE VARIETY of Pumpkins, chrysanthemums, fall squashes, gourds, sweet potatoes, corn stalks, straw bales, BBQ sauces, salsa, jams, jellies, relishes, farm cookbooks, fall décor and so ... so much more.. You must check out our barn/sales store too... We have food... ice cream.. and sometimes baked goods too!
Visit the animals.. purchase a bag of corn for them... play in the play area .. straw toss.. corn sensory boxes..take a hayride.. pick a pumpkin from the patch
( wagons provided) ...
launch a pumpkin at the launcher, and jump on the jump pad (the jump pad is for all weights and there is no age limit) ...
we also have barrel train cars on the weekends.. two other inflatables.. a fun giant tire maze area too
FYI You can book your fall field trip at any time!!
HARVEST HOEDOWN Is always the third Saturday & Sunday in October..
10 am to 4 pm.. the farm will remain open till 730 pm
This is a fun well-loved event we have been having since 2010... lots of food.. vendors.. face painting.. live music, fun for all ages... you don't want to miss this!!!
** See vendor info about this event above!!
YES, WE OFFER SPRING, SUMMER, AND FALL FIELD TRIPS... CHECK THOSE OUT ON THE FIELD TRIP PAGES :) Come learn with us at the farm!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS....GOOD INFO. YOU MAY WANT TO CHECK OUT!
DO YOU TAKE DEBIT/CREDIT??
WE SURE DO!! There is a $5.00 minimum to use your card-We accept debit credit and cash.. we don't accept checks unless it is for a field trip or unless it has been pre-approved by the manager/owner!!
keep in mind....
We sure do appreciate cash - as we are a small business then we don't have to pay all of those expensive fees!
DOG FRIENDLY??? Yes, we are..Please keep your dog on a leash at all times during your visit... you are also responsible for removing doggies' waste too...
One other thing to remember-our chickens are often out free ranging so please make sure that you keep your dog in control.. in case your dog might like fresh chicken
NO SMOKING, VAPING, OR TOBACCO USE- No exceptions
We would appreciate it if you could please do any of these things in your vehicle as we don't allow any kind of smoking or tobacco products, etc. If you are doing these things you will be asked to go back to your vehicle/put them out and then you may come join us!
WHY MAKE THE DRIVE OUT TO HOLLY FORK FARM ...
Come to a REAL WORKING FARM where we grow what we we sell.. we have farm animals on site.. we want to talk with you about what we do.. Come out for a ride.. you won't be sorry.. Follow the banners and you'll have no issue getting here or use your GPS! YOU are treated like a friend not like a number!!
COUNTRY ROADS TAKE YOU TO THE BEST PLACES
PHOTOGRAPHERS AND PHOTOGRAPHY SESSIONS AT THE FARM-
We are excited you would like to have a photo shoot/photography session at our farm! FYI for photographers first... Please make sure that the date you would like to come is okay with us... Please give us a few days notice so that we may let you know if that is a convenient date/time. All photographers ( armature and professional)
MUST complete a Holly Fork Farm Photography Form BEFORE your session begins
this can be discussed when you call to talk about the date you will come to the farm for your photos... HOLLY FORK FARM DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR WHAT MAY OCCUR/HAPPEN DURING YOUR PHOTO SHOOT..
IF YOU DECIDE TO USE ANY OF OUR DECOR/ PRODUCE FOR PROPS ETC... FIRST OF ALL YOU MUST ASK PERMISSION AND SECONDLY, IT MUST BE PUT BACK EXACTLY AS FOUND... IF YOU BREAK OR DAMAGE ANYTHING YOU WILL BE EXPECTED TO PAY IN FULL FOR THE DAMAGED ITEMS THE DAY OF THE PHOTO SESSION
Holly Fork Farm has RIGHTS to ALL photos taken at our farm.. and they can and may be used for any promotion/advertising etc. This includes photos that are placed on all social media/emails etc...
**THERE ARE A B S O L U T E L Y NO DRONES PERMITTED ANYWHERE AT OUR FARM/ON OUR PROPERTY-PERIOD!!!
CAN WE PACK A PICNIC? Absolutely-we have a large picnic area and a pavilion you are more than welcome to pack a picnic.. keep in mind we also have
a small food menu, such ask, BBQ, hot dogs, soft pretzels, snacks, beverages, and candy... the fall we have caramel apples.. yum yum-
while they last AND THEY USUALLY SELL OUT DAILY.....
WAGONS DURING PUMPKIN PATCH
**Can you and your family take a wagon to the patch and pick that perfect pumpkin?? YOU SURE CAN.. we also have pre-picked pumpkins too!
We have several wagons you can use to haul smaller kids in or the pumpkins :)
please do not mistreat our wagons -- horseplay with them will not be tolerated
PHOTOS AND SOCIAL MEDIA
Holly Fork Farm has RIGHTS to ALL photos taken at our farm.. and they can and may be used for any promotion/advertising etc etc. This includes photos that are placed on all social media/emails etc...
NOTE
THE WEBSITE INFORMATION IS ALWAYS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE .. WE DO OUR VERY BEST TO KEEP IT ALL UP TO DATE!
Your Farmers at HOLLY FORK FARM
Pumpkin Patch Info...
Spray & Chemical Free STRAWBERRIES AT OUR FARM!!!
Spray & Chemical Free STRAWBERRIES AT OUR FARM!!!
Our Pumpkin Patch opens the last Saturday in September every fall! Plan to come out and visit us. We are family friendly (no scary stuff here) . We offer hay rides, games, a small corn maze, pumpkin launching, a jump pad, a large picnic area, game area, and FUN! We welcome all types of school groups, day cares, home school groups, c
Our Pumpkin Patch opens the last Saturday in September every fall! Plan to come out and visit us. We are family friendly (no scary stuff here) . We offer hay rides, games, a small corn maze, pumpkin launching, a jump pad, a large picnic area, game area, and FUN! We welcome all types of school groups, day cares, home school groups, church groups, etc. We can offer you an (SOL based) educational lesson that is tailored to your groups age. The lesson will consist of information about pumpkins , plant growth & more. You will also learn how pot bellied pigs/ chickens/rabbits live too! We have them on site. We grow a large variety of fall squashes, pumpkins, gourds, mums, corn stalks, and so, so MORE!
Come learn, play and grow with us!! We also offer birthday parties and we offer craft parties. Call/email us for more information.
Its never too early to book your fall, spring or summer trip.. Don't delay.. call TODAY!!
Spray & Chemical Free STRAWBERRIES AT OUR FARM!!!
Spray & Chemical Free STRAWBERRIES AT OUR FARM!!!
Spray & Chemical Free STRAWBERRIES AT OUR FARM!!!
YES, we offer spray and chemical free strawberries to pick here at the farm. They are well loved by our customers!!! The picking usually begins at the very end of April and ends around the end of May ( this all depends on the weather). We also offer some plants and of course activities... as well the barn and sales store is open for
YES, we offer spray and chemical free strawberries to pick here at the farm. They are well loved by our customers!!! The picking usually begins at the very end of April and ends around the end of May ( this all depends on the weather). We also offer some plants and of course activities... as well the barn and sales store is open for all kinds of goodies and don't forget the Hershey's scoop-able ICE CREAM TOO!
Visit the animals.. purchase a bag of corn to feed them.. they'll love it!
If you want us to pick for you PLEASE give a day or two of notice so that we may have our pickers pick them for you. They'll be picked the day you want to pick them up that way they are very, very fresh!!!
Please call or text the # on our website if you have an order you need pre-picked ! We generally don't have berries pre-picked unless they have been ordered in advance!
We have picking containers so you don't need to bring your own!
The berries are sold per gallon and per quart-prices vary .. and will be posted on this website and Face Book or feel free to cal l or text us for that info!
Spray & Chemical Free STRAWBERRIES AT OUR FARM!!!
Virginia Farm Facts
- Virginia has 43,225 farms.
- The typical Virginia farmer is 58.5 years old.
- The average farm size is 181 acres.
- Farms cover 7.8 million acres.
- Approximately 36 percent of Virginia's primary farm operators are female.
- Less than 15 cents of every consumer dollar spent on food actually goes to the farmer.