06/10/2026
It was a busy weekend around the farm.
First, a pallet of blueberry boxes arrived, so we are officially ready for berry season when the berries decide they are ready for us.
We also welcomed 500 new blueberry bushes. If youâve ever wondered what a 10% blueberry expansion looks like, this is it. These plants will eventually add to both our U-pick and pre-picked production.
The bushes are planted, the irrigation is in, and most of them have had their first drink. Yes, rain was in the forecast, but after being let down by weather forecasts before, we decided not to leave it to chance. The irrigation was only used to test the system and help the plants get settled in. Nothing wasted here.
Then came a nice soaking rain to finish the job.
We even ended up with a few extra plants. They have been potted up, but before anyone asks, theyâre not for sale. Every farm needs a few spare blueberries waiting in the bullpen.
This weekendâs project is getting the mulch down around them. After that, the new area will be roped off for the season while these youngsters get established.
No berries from this crew for a couple of years. Right now theyâre all roots, leaves, and expensive optimism, but one day theyâll be helping fill your buckets and berry boxes.