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Tomato U-Pick Orchards in Brant, Hamilton and Haldimand Area of Ontario in 2024, by county

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

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Brant (Brant, Brantford, Bruce, Burtch, Cathcart, Hatchley, Paris)

Brantwood Farm - apples, strawberries, raspberries, rhubarb, peas, beans, raspberries, tomatoes, pumpkins
RR#6, Brantford, ON N3T 5L8. Phone: 519-759-4383. Email: brantwoodfarm@brant.net. Open: 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Sat; Sunday - 11 am to 5 pm. Click here for a map and directions. . Fax: 519-749-0679. . Take 403 to Brantford, exit north on the Wayne Gretzky Pkwy to Powerline Rd. Turn right to the 2nd farm on left. Also prepicked apples. Typical Upick dates: Rhubarb in May-June; Strawberries in June-July; Peas in June-July; Beans in July-September; Raspberries in July; Tomatoes (Field) in August; Apples in September-October. (UPDATED: May 21, 2024 JBS)

Hamilton (Alberton, Glanbrook, Hamilton, Hayesland, Kirkwall, Lynden,Sheffield, Renforth, Rockton)

G and C Produce - strawberries, tomatoes, other vegetables,
451 Book Road East, Ancaster, ON L9G3L1. Phone: . Email: mariaoliviat@yahoo.com. Open: Strawberries - Monday to Sunday - 830 am to 7 pm. Directions: Located between Highway 6 and Southcote Road. On the east side of Book Road. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only.
Josling Farms - beans, peppers, tomatoes, other vegetables,
512 Concession Rd 8 E, Carlisle, ON L0R 1H0. Phone: (905) 689-5523. Email: josling1@bell.net. Open: Monday to Saturday 8 am to 6 pm, Sundays 8 am to 3 pm September 1 to October 31 inclusive of holidays; Weather permitting the season might extend. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. . Monday to Saturday 8 am to 6 pm, Sundays 8 am to 3 pm September 1 to October 31 (inclusive of holidays); Weather permitting the season might extend. Products available: Cabbage, Cauliflower, eggplants, Peppers (many varieties), Onions, Potatoes, Roma Beans and Tomatoes. (ADDED: September 01, 2017)
Murphy's Country Produce Ltd. - strawberries, peas, raspberries, tomatoes, peppers, fava beans, romano beans, sweet corn, squash, and pumpkins.
2040 Guyatt Road, Binbrook, ON L0R 1C0. Phone: 905-692-5733. Email: murphys@mountaincable.net. Open: during STRAWBERRY AND RASPBERRY SEASON: Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm, Saturday and Sunday 8 am to 5 pm. Directions: R.R. # 1,, Binbrook area - Take hwy #56 to Guyatt Road Turn east, continue for about 2km on the north west corner. Near Hamilton. . Click here for a map and directions. . But before you grab your hat and sunscreen we always recommend you call us to get up to date crop reports at. Click here for a map.
Comments from a visitor on July 02, 2011: "Took the whole family (three kids 6 and younger) out for PYO strawberries, it was a good experience. Found the rows to be a little tight together but the staff were great, never made a deal about the kids. We've been to other PYO strawberry farms and they have always spoken sternly about the kids. We know how to keep out kids in line, thank you. Anyway, the strawberry crop was quite nice. We also picked some sugar snap peas, great price on both. Will be back there each year for more."
Comments from a visitor on July 21, 2009: "We picked raspberries at Murphy's today and it was an altogether nice experience. The young woman in the field was friendly and helpful; the berries were great; we were charged a competitive price; their pride in their farm is evident as everything is beautifully kept. We will definitely be back for more berries (and corn!) after we have eaten our way through today's yummy harvest. My husband & I are always impressed with how these hard-working farmers accept the losses they experience with people who come in their fields and pick only the very best & easiest to reach fruit, leaving many to rot on the plants. Customers should try to stand in the farmer's shoes for just a moment. Shame on those who are so wasteful.
Comments from a visitor on July 05, 2009: "Today we were at one of the many farms we visit every year. We were there to pick strawberries. Since it was near the end of season the girl in the field told us to go where ever we could fine ripe nice berries. She then came over 15 minutes before the field closed to tell us that if our baskets were not full, we would not be charged full price. We realized it would take us longer to fill our basket (wanting to let the workers go home on time after a long hot day) and we had 3/4 of a basket so we decided to go. Once we left the field to pay for our basket the girl at the gate told us we would have to pay full price. When I challenged this she said it was "pretty full" so we would have to pay the full amount. "Pretty full" and full are two different things.. She continued to be rude and we will never return to this farm again. We all work hard for our money and I love to support our local farms, but this farm cannot encourage me to leave with a 3/4 full basket and then ask me to pay in full. I will support someone else for my strawberries next year, and look to pick raspberries elsewhere this season."
Our Father's Farm - Uses natural growing practices, corn (sweet), onions, tomatoes, Fresh eggs, U-pick and already picked, events at your location (call for info)
1050 Highway 5 West, Dundas, ON L9H 5E2. Phone: 905-628-8195. Email: info@ourfathersfarm.com. Open: Monday to Thursday 9 am to 5 pm Saturday 9 am to 3 pm. Directions: From Toronto - take highway 403 West to Exit highway 6 North, drive up to the top of the Hill \(Clappison\'s Corners\) Turn left at lights. Drive 10 km, Farm is on the left hand side \(12 km past Christie Conservation\) From London, Brantford- take highway 403 East to Copetown Exit, at stop sign turn left unto highway 52. Drive 7 km to highway 5, at stop sign turn right, drive 4 km Farm is on the right hand side. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Visa, MasterCard, AmEx. . Fax: 905-628-7812. . Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. From Toronto - take highway 403 West to Exit highway 6 North, drive up to the top of the Hill (Clappison's Corners) Turn left at lights. Drive 10 km, Farm is on the left hand side (1/2 km past Christie Conservation) From London, Brantford- take highway 403 East to Copetown Exit, at stop sign turn left unto highway 52. Drive 7 km to highway 5, at stop sign turn right, drive 4 km Farm is on the right hand side. For 2009 we have vegetables and eggs only; For 2010 we will have strawberries, blueberries and raspberries available. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organic. Horseback riding lessons: Learn to ride - Beginners Welcome - All ages. Lessons offered every Saturday - call to schedule a time.
Struyk Farm - beans, tomatoes, vegetables
1960 4th Concession, Troy, ON L0R 2B0. Phone: :519-647-3111. Email: cstruyk@rogers.com. Open: Monday to Friday from 8 am to 7 pm; Saturday 8 am to 5 pm. Click here for a map and directions. . Closed Sunday. From Cambridge, take Hwy. 8 southeast. Past Sheffield, turn right on Lynden Rd. At stop sign, turn left onto Conc. 4. Go to second farm on right.

Tomatoes

Tomato Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

Pick tomatoes that are firm and free of blemishes. Cracking is common in very hot weather, especially after a rain, and if you intend to use the tomatoes within 1 day, that will be ok. Varieties of tomatoes

During hot summer weather, pick the tomatoes when they have a healthy pink/red (or yellow or orange depending on the variety) color and let them finish the last day or two of ripening indoors. Tomatoes do not need to be in the sunlight in order to ripen. If you have green fruit on the plants in the fall when frost is approaching, pick the tomatoes and store them in a cool, dark place to ripen.

Tomato Varieties

In general paste or Roma-type tomatoes are the best to using for canning, as they have thicker, meatier walls and far less water. And cherry tomatoes are the worst to use, as they are mostly water. But you can use any type you can get hold of. You may just have to cook them down longer to boil off excess water. See our Master list of tomato varieties

Growing tomatoes

Canning, Freezing, Drying, Preserving Tomatoes and more!

Below are links to pages with easy and reliable directions about how to can, preserve, freeze and make other goodies from tomatoes. Some of these require a Pressure Canner to prevent potential spoilage and food poisoning, due to the low acid content of the food. For others, you can use a water bath canner OR a Pressure Canner. I've noted what's required for each, below, following each entry, with
W for water bath,
P for Pressure canner, and
W, P for either may be used!

And don't miss: Answers to common tomato canning problems and see this page about what to do with your unripe green tomatoes!

Prepping tomatoes

How to quickly and easily remove tomato skins

Canning tomatoes (in water bath canners )

How to can tomatoes using a water bath canner - W
Diced, chopped or crushed tomatoes - W
Bruschetta - W
Tomato sauce - W
Tomato paste - W
Barbecue sauce (BBQ sauce) - W
Chili sauce from your own tomatoes and peppers - W
Diced, chopped or crushed tomatoes - W
Tomato Preserves- W
Tomato salsa - W
Spaghetti sauce - without meat - W, P
Spiced Green tomatoes- W
Pickled Green Tomatoes - W - another pickled green tomato recipe, this one sweet
Ketchup.. or if you prefer... How to make catsup - W, P
NEW! SUPER-EASY homemade ketchup recipe - W
Salsa from your unripe, GREEN tomatoes! - W
Tomatillo salsa - W
How to make roasted tomatoes, boiling water bath canner version - W

Canning Tomatoes in Pressure canners

Canned tomatoes using a Pressure Canner - P
Baked Beans With Tomato or Molasses Sauce - P
Canning your own chili con carne (with meat) - P
How to make roasted tomatoes, pressure canner version - P
Spaghetti sauce - with meat - P
Stewed tomatoes - P
Tomato soup or tomato-basil soup - P
Tomato sauce - P
Tomato juice - P
Tomato juice, like V8 - P

Freezing Tomatoes

Drying tomatoes

Ripening green tomatoes in your garage or basement

If you want to bring your green tomatoes indoors before a freeze in the Fall, and ripen them, see:

How to ripen your green garden tomatoes indoors in the Fall and Winter.

And if you'd like to start you own tomatoes from seed (you can save a small fortune and grow the heirloom varieties you like) see this page for easy directions for growing your own tomato plants from seed.

Frequently Asked Questions About Canning, Freezing and Preserving Tomatoes

See this page for answers to many common questions about tomatoes.

2024 Brant, Hamilton and Haldimand Area of Ontario Tomato U-Pick Farms and Orchards - PickYourOwn.org

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Tomato U-Pick Orchards in Brant, Hamilton and Haldimand Area of Ontario in 2024, by county

Brant (Brant, Brantford, Bruce, Burtch, Cathcart, Hatchley, Paris)

Hamilton (Alberton, Glanbrook, Hamilton, Hayesland, Kirkwall, Lynden,Sheffield, Renforth, Rockton)

Tomatoes

Tomato Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

Tomato Varieties

Growing tomatoes

Canning, Freezing, Drying, Preserving Tomatoes and more!

Prepping tomatoes

Canning tomatoes (in water bath canners )

Canning Tomatoes in Pressure canners

Freezing Tomatoes

Drying tomatoes

Ripening green tomatoes in your garage or basement

Frequently Asked Questions About Canning, Freezing and Preserving Tomatoes

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2024 Brant, Hamilton and Haldimand Area of Ontario Tomato U-Pick Farms and Orchards - PickYourOwn.org

Find a pick-your-own farm near you! Then learn to can and freeze! Since 2002! We update continuously; Beware the copycat websites!

Tomato U-Pick Orchards in Brant, Hamilton and Haldimand Area of Ontario in 2024, by county

Brant (Brant, Brantford, Bruce, Burtch, Cathcart, Hatchley, Paris)

Hamilton (Alberton, Glanbrook, Hamilton, Hayesland, Kirkwall, Lynden,Sheffield, Renforth, Rockton)

Tomatoes

Tomato Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

Tomato Varieties

Growing tomatoes

Canning, Freezing, Drying, Preserving Tomatoes and more!

Prepping tomatoes

Canning tomatoes (in water bath canners )

Canning Tomatoes in Pressure canners

Freezing Tomatoes

Drying tomatoes

Ripening green tomatoes in your garage or basement

Frequently Asked Questions About Canning, Freezing and Preserving Tomatoes

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