As crazy as it may sound, I took my family on a day trip from Los Angeles to get some farm-fresh…read morepeaches choosing not to visit any of the Southern California farms because I wanted to get to the REAL source of the MOST delicious fruit - FRESNO! I selected Friesen Farm because of their informative website and helpfulness over the phone. Coming from a long ways, I was unsure if they would have any peaches left so I was very glad to reserve an order by phone. When I arrived 4 hours later (cell signal was solid the entire way so you can't get lost), a modest crowd was there and the Friesen team was hard at work fulfilling their orders. I saw them pack boxes of nectarines, peaches, and plums by hand (COVID precautions prevented us customers from selecting our own). While waiting, I saw my order (3 bags) were ready for pick up, but the irresistible smell of their fruit compelled me to purchase more (I had to make the 250 mile drive worthwhile, right?). The associate (owner?) who was helping me assured me that it was no trouble to return all the fruit from my previous order and pack the boxes I wanted to take home. While packing my boxes, we engaged in some small talk and she convinced me that I must return late February to see the blossoms. By the look in her eye, and the excitement in her voice I could tell that it was a must-see spectacle so I hope she remembers me when I come back in 2021! But something makes me think I will be back before then to get more fruit here. Now the fruit is indescribably delicious! I could use all the superlatives to describe how tasty they are, but it's exactly like when you say, "The pictures don't do it justice; you just have to be there to believe it." when sharing your vacation photos. They are juicy, fragrant, and sweet as candy. As she packed my boxes, she made sure there was a fair mixture of ready-to-eat fruit and some that would ripen in 2-4 days. That was such a thoughtful gesture that made me feel respected. It should be noted that none of the fruit I purchased were organic. Not sure if they offer any, but that might be something that matters to you. Also, I did not see any restrooms but they could be available. The parking lot was small (maybe 4-6 cars), and there's no gift shop or attractions here: You're here for the fruit. Lastly, I must say that their prices are VERY fair. If I was a Fresno or Tulare County resident, I would be a regular customer because I couldn't imagine paying more for less quality fruit from the supermarkets. I'm not comfortable sharing their prices here in this review because it may be market-dependent (and they don't list them on their website), so contact them and don't be surprised if you buy more than what you planning to. We all gotta support our local farmers!

Drove from Fresno, a young girl named Regan helped me, she was short and not very happy for sure…read more Now on to the product, or the lack of it, everything was gone, and the boxes I did get were light, and when I mentioned it Regan just said the lid has to close down for it to be a full box. This is a good example of what happens when you try to be big instead of neighborly. I will not come back here. The product and the customer service is not what it used to be. Sad

Balakian Farms of Reedley, brought Peaches to the Fort Mason Center Farmers Market. They looked…read morewonderfully yummy.

Just like we are touting new businesses that open during this challenging time, Balakian Farms…read morestarted participating at the Ferry Farmers Market this spring under less than optimal conditions. Their stand is set up on south driveway across from that famous porchetta sandwich stand. They joined this market in April or May, sharing their bounty of tomatoes, stone fruits, and figs. Early on, I was buying their white peaches, white nectarines, yellow nectarines, and varieties of pluots (cross between plum and apricot) and plums. I also bought figs, green and purple, as well as heirloom tomatoes for a hearty soup recipe. Sorry for the lack of photos as I forgot to take them before devouring those delicious peaches and nectarines. As summer winds down, I am down to yellow nectarines and pluots mainly now. Stop by before they are gone.

I'd be very careful purchasing fruit from Ken's Top Notch in the Fort Mason farmers market…read more Literally saw one of the employees smoking under the tent and blowing cigarette smoke all over the fruit. Absolutely disgusting. I attached a picture from a distance as I was walking away.

Located in the Torrance farmers market, Ken's has the best green organic pluots. Staff helped me…read morepick ripe and firm pluots that I hold enjoy. Fruit was clean and well organized. There is an option to pay by credit card for a small service fee. Can't wait for the next season.

I love their honey and fruits and veggies. At times I pickup fresh eggs. And great service!read more

After finding out about this farmstand and a little about the history of the owner a few years ago…read moreon social media, I've been wanting to stop by. I finally had a chance this summer on a day off to take the 40 minute drive and check it out. I was not disappointed. This is a small but year-round farm stand right off the side of the road with gravel space for cars to park. It is not greatly protected from the elements--and it was a hot hot day. I'm glad to see they at least had a few fans for the employees. The owner regularly works her stand, and when I was there, she offered to cut some fresh herbs or flowers for me while I perused the wonderful assortment of fruits, veggies and local honey. I ended up with some of the sweetest green grapes I've ever tried, a few different honeys to try (avocado and orange blossom), some freshly roasted peanuts, cucumbers, and an assortment of stone fruit. Everything was delicious, but the grapes were my favorite. Check out Sweet Girl Farms on Social media, or check out their website. They are active in the community, help to support other community growers (they even have eggs and other offerings), and enjoy a worthwhile visit to what should soon obtain the title of local treasure. I may not be able to stop by every week, but I hope to be a several times a year regular. This place is wonderful!

They always get me in & out, & the employees are respectful!! One time they even loaded me up after…read morethey were closed for 20 minutes. Best in the Central Valley

I thought their blueberries were excellent. In each purchase ( 18 ounces in clear plastic…read moreclamshell ), 1 or 2 or maybe 3 mightmight have had a stem attached to a berry itself. Otherwise all blueberries were of good size and consistent yummy good quality.

I purchased the 2lb bag of white peaches at the LaVernia TX H-E-B. They looked fresh and well…read morepreserved. The taste was absolutely ZERO! They had no sweetness or peach flavor. They were ripe because they were soft & were not put into the refrigerator. I know what a white peach should taste like because I grew up eating them from our farm orchard. I also have a young white peach tree in my backyard. These from my yard and farm are sweet and filled with juice. What a disappointment your peaches are. The advertising and slogan on the bag are INCORRECT! They are NOT delicious or the best.

Good paychecks, but really REALLY long hours. I worked at Gerawan Farming in Reedley a few summers…read moreago and it was worth it because I saved up to buy my SLR camera in about two weeks, but the hours were so long that I was just too tired to do anything by the time I came home. So, I pretty much would work and sleep and work and sleep. Employees would usually work six days a week (and sometimes seven) and up to fourteen hours a day. It was insane, but I guess that's what comes with working in a factory. Most of the employee's didn't mind the hours and days, but these were people who had families to feed. The managers were pretty chill and friendly, but there was always drama going on between the female employees (which place doesn't have this!).

The fruit (peaches) are terrible! Ray and Dan, you should not compromise quality for quantity…read more They do not taste like any kind of peach so please do some R & D work to try and grow farm fruit trees with some actual peach flavor in the fruit. I.e., different hybrid. Oh, and in my opinion, as a consumer I feel the fancy boxed peaches displaying an employees picture, name and file number is not appropriate and should be nixed. In fact, the entire Walmart packaging concept is a waste of your money and resources