Freedom Valley Farms
Freedom, NY
At a glance
- Address
- 11897 Route 98 South, Freedom, NY 14065
- Activities
- 🎃 Pumpkins🌻 Flowers🍅 Vegetables
- Typical season
- Sep to Oct (pumpkins, varies by farm)
- Listing updated
- No date on the listing
- Payment
- Cash, CashApp
- County
- Cattaraugus County, NY
- Hardiness zone
- USDA zone 5b
- Source
- USDA Local Food Directories
Picking weather
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Weather only. It does not tell you whether the farm is open, so check hours with the farm.
Make a day of it
- Playground Arcade Elementary Playground 2 mi
- Gas station 2.1 mi
- 9 places to eat within 5 mi Main Street Grill, Food King, Marco's Pizza and Subs
Farmers markets nearby
- Siler's Farm Market Java Center · 9.6 mi
- Holland Farmers Market Holland · 11.4 mi
- Springville Farmers' Market Springville · 14.3 mi
CSA farm shares nearby
- Perfectly Blended Farm 8.3 mi
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Nearby places from OpenStreetMap (straight-line distance). Markets and CSAs from the USDA Local Food Directories.
Weather here in a typical year
Nov here: highs around 46°F, lows around 29°F, about 3.7 in of rain, 9.7 hours of daylight.
- 🌱 Last spring frostMay 14
- 🍂 First fall frostOct 6
- ☀️ Frost-free season144 days
- 🧭 Hardiness zone5b
NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals, Franklinville, NY station (13.2 mi); USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map 2023 (USDA-ARS, Oregon State University PRISM). Averages, not a forecast. Crops ripen earlier after warm springs.
What you can pick here
- PumpkinsSep to Oct
- FlowersApr to Sep
- VegetablesJun to Oct
Typical US ranges from extension service crop calendars, not this farm's own dates. Seasons shift by region and weather, so check with the farm.
Before you go
- Check that it is open. Search for the farm's current hours: hours and crops change with the weather.
- Bring cash and a card. Some farms take only one.
- Water, sun protection and closed-toe shoes.
- Boots that can get muddy
- A wagon or sturdy bag for heavy pumpkins, if allowed
- Hand wipes
- Clippers only if the farm allows them
- A bucket with a little water for the ride home
- A sturdy basket or box, if the farm allows your own
- Ask about pets before you bring a dog.
More tips: your first u-pick visit.
How to pick like a pro
- Is it ripe?
Look for an even, deep color, a hard rind your fingernail cannot dent, and a dry, firm stem.
- How to pick
Cut the vine with pruners and leave 3 to 4 inches of stem. Carry pumpkins from underneath, never by the stem.
- Best time to go
Late September to mid October for the best selection. Go after a few dry days; patches get muddy after rain.
- Keep it fresh
Uncarved pumpkins last 2 to 3 months in a cool, dry spot. Carved ones last about a week.
Farm country: Cattaraugus County
Cattaraugus County had 833 farms in the latest USDA Census of Agriculture (2022). Of those, 115 sold food straight to the public and 8 earned money from agritourism like u-pick and tours.
- 48 acres of pumpkins
- 3 farms selling cut flowers
USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service, 2022 Census of Agriculture. Some county numbers are withheld to protect individual farms.
Check hours before you go. Listings come from public directories and many were last updated in 2024.
From the listing
Roadside stand; Growing seasonal fruits and vegetables; Selling beans, cucumbers, flowers, peppers, pumpkins, tomatoes; Self-serve; Hydroponic vegetable growing in greenhouse; Field pumpkin growing; Giant pumpkin display;
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Questions about Freedom Valley Farms
Is Freedom Valley Farms open today?
We do not track live hours. Check with the farm before you go. Our listing comes from public directories and was last updated in a past season.
When is the season at Freedom Valley Farms?
Pumpkins typically run Sep to Oct in much of the US. Exact dates depend on the farm, the region and the weather, so confirm with the farm.
Where is Freedom Valley Farms?
The listing gives the address as 11897 Route 98 South, Freedom, NY 14065. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn directions.
Can I bring my dog to Freedom Valley Farms?
Pet rules vary by farm and by field. Many u-pick farms do not allow dogs in picking areas for food safety. Ask the farm before you go.
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