2024 Southeastern Virginia, Virginia Beach Egg U-Pick Farms and Orchards - PickYourOwn.org

Egg U-Pick Orchards in Southeastern Virginia, Virginia Beach in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for eggs that we know of in this area. Not all areas of any state, nor even every state, have eggs 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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Chesapeake City

• Greenbrier Farms - Uses natural growing practices, apples, asparagus, blackberries, blueberries, broccoli, carrots, corn (sweet), cucumbers, eggplant, flowers, nectarines, peaches, peppers, pumpkins, summer squash, winter squash, strawberries, tomatoes, other vegetables, Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs, concessions or refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, inflatables or bounce houses, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, group reservations
  225 Sign Pine Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322. Phone: (757) 421-2141. Email: torib@greenbrierfarms.info. Open: Times change seasonally Call for Details. Directions: Take exit 8A from VA-168 South. Take Hillcrest Parkway to Edinburg Parkway. Turn left on Street Brides Road, then turn left on Sign Pine Road. Greenbrier Farms is at the end of Sign Pine Road. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx.
  Greenbrier Farms Facebook page. . Alternate Phone: (757) 421-4550. . We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. is a working farm with more than 300 acres of plants, trees, fruits and vegetables. Our popuar pick-your-own strawberry field is a favorite for families throughout the Hampton Roads and Northeast North Carolina area. We have great fields, with plenty of berries to pick from! While you're here, the kids can play on the playground, visit our animal petting area, see ducks, chickens and Millie the pig, see antique tractors and generally enjoy running around the farm. (UPDATED: March 25, 2019)
• Hickory Ridge Farm - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, pumpkins, strawberries, Fresh eggs, porta-potties, picnic area you may bring your own food, face painting, inflatables or bounce houses, pony rides, farm animals, birthday parties, group reservations
  2928 S. Battlefield Blvd., Chesapeake, VA 23322. Phone: (757) 560-6763. Email: jrpx2@msn.com. Open: Check Facebook for times Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Take the second Hillcrest Parkway Exit \(the last exit before the toll\) off of the 168 bypass. At the intersection of Hillcrest and Battlefield, take a right. We are 2.5 miles heading south on Battlefield. Once you see the ruritan club, we are another mile, also on the right had side. Strawberries will be ready mid-April and generally end early June; Children\'s corn maze is in October; Hayrides, barrel train, pony rides and food vendors availability varies depending upon events at the farm; Check Facebook or call 757 to 568 to 6763 for info;. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. . Take the second Hillcrest Parkway Exit (the last exit before the toll) off of the 168 bypass. At the intersection of Hillcrest and Battlefield, take a right. We are 2.5 miles heading south on Battlefield. Once you see the ruritan club, we are another mile, also on the right had side. Strawberries will be ready mid-April and generally end early June; Children's corn maze is in October; Hayrides, barrel train, pony rides and food vendors availability varies depending upon events at the farm; Check Facebook or call 757 to 568 to 6763 for info;. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. is family owned and operated. When you visit the farm, you will most likely meet farmer John and most likely other family members. We are open from May through October. (UPDATED: March 21, 2018)
• Mount Pleasant Farms - beans, blackberries, cucumbers, eggplant, peaches, peppers, pumpkins, summer squash, strawberries, tomatoes, other vegetables, Fresh eggs, gift shop, porta-potties, restrooms, picnic area, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
  2201 Mount Pleasant Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322. Phone: (757) 482-0739. Email: info@mountpleasantfarms.com. Open: U - pick Season: Monday through Saturday 8 am to 6 pm, Sundays 8 am to 5 pm; Fall: Monday through Saturday 10 am to 6 pm, Sundays 12 pm to 5 pm; Off Season: Wednesdays 3 pm to 6 pm, Fridays 10 am to 6 pm, Saturdays 10 am to 5 pm. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx.
  Mount Pleasant Farms Facebook page. . We use integrated pest management practices (IPM). (UPDATED: May 17, 2018) A visitor writes on May 24, 2013: "You can feed the chickens. there is talk of having soap making classes. The people are friendly and their apples are great. PEACH season is almost here! "

Southampton County

• PandA Homestead - No pesticides are used, blueberries, Turkeys (organic, not-hormone-fed), Fresh eggs, restrooms, picnic area you may bring your own food
  23332 Felton Dr, Capron, VA 23829. Phone: (434) 658-0516. Email: pandahomestead@gmail.com. Open: Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 6pm; July 1st to July 30. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx.
  PandA Homestead Facebook page. . . We do not use pesticides on the crops. Our blueberry patch is located in the middle of the property with easy access from the driveway, and beautiful views of our livestock and the entire farm. The bushes have been planted at least 30 years ago by The Feltons, the family who farmed this land before us. They are 100% NON-GMO, and we don't use any chemicals on them. No pesticides, no insecticides, no fertilizers. They give us a great fruit, packed with oxidants and flavor. They are great for jellies and jams, but they keep fantastic in the freezer for smoothies or muffins and they are such a wonderful twist to your morning oatmeal.(ADDED: February 15, 2019)

Surry County

• Old McConnell's Farm - beans, beets, broccoli, carrots, corn (sweet), cucumbers, eggplant, flowers, herbs or spices, onions, peppers, summer squash, winter squash, tomatoes, other vegetables, watermelons, Turkeys (organic, not-hormone-fed), Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs
  822 Golden Hill Rd, Elberon, VA 23846. Phone: (757) 814-4186. Email: oldmcconnellsfarm.com@gmail.com. Open: UPDATE for 2021, Their website and Facebook page are gone, so I assume they have closed permanently. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover.
  Old McConnell's Farm Facebook page. . . If you know anything for sure, please write me.

Virginia Beach City

• Skipper Farms - Uses natural growing practices, pumpkins, strawberries, Turkeys (organic, not-hormone-fed), Fresh eggs, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, farm animals, school tours
  3640 Dam Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23453. Phone: 757-368-0355. Email: skip1418@aol.com. Open: Monday to Saturday, from 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm, also Christmas trees from Thanksgiving until Christmas eve. Directions: see web site. . Click here for a map and directions. . We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx, SFMNP Vouchers A visitor writes on July 25, 2014: "I love visiting this market all year round! You can always find the freshest stuff around and it is truly "fresh from the farm" and not a warehouse. Nothing compares to the prices or quality, especially in the summer time! One visit and you will be hooked on it. The kids enjoy going all the time. :-) "
• Vaughan Farm's Produce - Uses natural growing practices, strawberries, Other fruit or veg, Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs, U-pick and already picked, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, birthday parties, school tours
  1258 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23457. Phone: 757-615-4888. Email: vaughanfarmsproduce@yahoo.com. Open: Everyday 8 am to around 6pm, call 6154888 to verify if open on rainy days. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. . Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. Strawberries: end of April to early June, Sweet Corn: June to August, Other crops: see website, Feel free to call 6154888 to verify availability. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Check out our website or call for specials and questions. Thank you!
  Comments from a visitor on June 26, 2011: "This place is wonderful! Kale, Swiss chard, dill, lots of different things to pick and the people are outstanding. You get personal attention from them."

 

Eggs

Eggs: Tips, Recipes and Information

Many PYO farms keep chickens and have farm-fresh eggs to sell. Certainly, these eggs are fresher and better in every way than those from a grocery store. Many of these farms sell the eggs year round, often via an honor box

• Types of eggs
• Egg buying guide: grades, sizes and more
• How long do eggs and egg products stay safe and fresh in the fridge
• Selling eggs from your backyard chickens
• Facts about eggs and chickens
• Glossary of meat, milk and eggs terms

Before you leave to go to the farm:

1. Always call or check their website or facebook page before you go to the farm - Egg supplies can vary, chickens lay fewer in cold weather.
2. Bring a container for the eggs.  Some farms have them some not, but if you save and reuse egg cartoons, the farmers will appreciate it. It helps cut their costs - and thus yours!
3. Bring cash - many operate honor boxes for eggs
   

When you get home

 To keep eggs safe, take eggs straight home and store them immediately in the refrigerator set at 35 to 40 F. Leave the eggs in their carton and place them in the back of the refrigerator, not in the door (which is the warmest part of the fridge).

Egg Storage Chart
Product	Refrigerator	Freezer
Raw eggs in shell	3 to 5 weeks	Do not freeze.
Raw egg whites	2 to 4 days	12 months
Raw egg yolks	2 to 4 days	Yolks do not freeze well.
Raw egg accidentally frozen in shell	Use immediately after thawing.	Keep frozen; then refrigerate to thaw.
Hard-cooked eggs	1 week	Do not freeze.
Egg substitutes, liquid Unopened	10 days	Do not freeze.
Egg substitutes, liquid Opened	3 days	Do not freeze.
Egg substitutes, frozen Unopened	After thawing, 7 days, or refer to "Use-By" date on carton.	12 months
Egg substitutes, frozen Opened	After thawing, 3 days, or refer to "Use-By" date on carton.	Do not freeze.
Casseroles made with eggs	3 to 4 days	After baking, 2 to 3 months.
Eggnog, commercial	3 to 5 days	6 months
Eggnog, homemade	2 to 4 days	Do not freeze.
Pies, pumpkin or pecan	3 to 4 days	After baking, 1 to 2 months.
Pies, custard and chiffon	3 to 4 days	Do not freeze.
Quiche with any kind of filling	3 to 4 days	After baking, 1 to 2 months.

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
• Local Honey Finder
• Local Meat, Milk and Eggs
• Venues: Farms, Wineries, Orchards for your event, wedding or party
• Easter egg hunts
• Children"s consignment sales
• Fruit and vegetable festivals
• Winery tours and wine tastings
• Horse rides, stables, lessons, trails
• Maple Syrup farms and sugarworks
• Bed & Breakfasts on Farms, Wineries, Ranches and Orchards
• Pumpkin patches
• Corn mazes
• Zombie Paintball venues
• Christmas Tree Farms & lots
• Environmental resources
• Consumer fraud information
• Wholesale food sources
• Resources for Farmers