Sholan Farms

08/30/2026

The harvest season has opened. We are now open 7 days - 10am-5pm from August 29 through Oct 31. U-Pick apples, peaches and raspberries. Farmstand stocked with honey, cider, crisp mix, jelly, and more. Cider Donuts on weekends. 44 apple varieties. Hiking trails, great tour groups, free wagon rides on weekends. picnicking and so much more. Plan your own adventure. Welcome to the peoples farm - owned by the people - operated by the friends of Sholan Farms - Now in our 25th season.

08/17/2026

Apples for Sale - Almata Crabapples - Sholan Farms - These unique heirloom apples are known for their unique flavor, crisp texture, and distinct color, with a slight tartness balanced by sweetness. Red leaves and bright pink spring blossoms make it a great edible ornamental. It makes a stunning pinkish-red applesauce and jelly, For more information contact the farm at 978-840-3276.

08/10/2026

U-Pick Peaches at Sholan Farms begins August 11 at 8am. Open three days a week. Tuesday Thursday and Saturday 8am-11am.

08/07/2026

Sholan Farms - Blueberry & Blackberry Picking Saturday August 8 - 8am-11am. Peaches also available in farmstand

08/04/2026

Orchard Closed Wednesday August 5 6am - Thursday August 6 8am

Sholan Farms will be closed for all activities including walking, hiking, and biking etc.

We are applying fungicides for scab, insecticide for apple maggot and nutrients. This is part of our Integrated Pest Management program. This application will protect the fruit from harmful pathogens and insect pests.

We ask that you stay out of the orchard for safety reasons.

These sprays are needed to keep the orchard in tip-top shape and to protect the fruit trees. We use best management practices and work closely with the UMASS Fruit Team.
Sorry for the inconvenience. Please keep in mind this is a working orchard and we must work with Mother Nature.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Spray Applicators
John Brannin - Orchard Manager - Tel 925-332-9864
Joanne DiNardo - 978-870-5555
Steve Smith - 978-870-2797

07/30/2026

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Email from Friends of Sholan Farms Join Our Team! Open U-Pick Blueberries & Raspberries Tuesday - Thursday & Saturday 8am-11am Beginning July 21 (Weather Permitting) We need help with staffing and pi

07/30/2026

Sholan Farms farmstand and berry picking will be closed today July 30 due to the rain.

07/23/2026

Sholan Farms open for Berry Picking
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
8am-11am Weather Permitting.

07/23/2026

Sholan Farms Orchard Closed Friday July 24 6am - Saturday July 25 8am.
Sholan Farms will be closed for all activities including walking, hiking, and biking etc.
We are applying fungicides for scab, insecticide for apple maggot and nutrients. This is part of our Integrated Pest Management program. This application will protect the fruit from harmful pathogens and insect pests.

We ask that you stay out of the orchard for safety reasons.

These sprays are needed to keep the orchard in tip-top shape and to protect the fruit trees. We use best management practices and work closely with the UMASS Fruit Team.

Sorry for the inconvenience. Please keep in mind this is a working orchard and we must work with Mother Nature.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Spray Applicators
John Brannin - Orchard Manager - Tel 925-332-9864
Joanne DiNardo - 978-870-5555
Steve Smith - 978-870-2797