In 2012, the family opened its Ocoee farm to the public for U-Pick in addition to its normal harvest for commercial customers. Beyond the business benefits, the family says it has been a tremendous opportunity to engage with the community and educate the public about agriculture. Less than a half hour from Orlando, the farm is perfectly placed for U-Pick farm fresh blueberries at Tom West blueberries. The U-Pick and being located literally next door to two schools has provided the family the opportunity to teach urban kids about agriculture. Throughout the season, numerous school tours are hosted on the farm. Kids touring the farm are taught about good bugs, bad bugs, honeybees, and how the blueberries grow from bloom to berry.
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