Category Archives: PYO berries

Blackberry Season at a Close

Posted on August 17, 2014 by beiersdo

The berries are finished for the season.  A big “Thank You” from Quarter Amish to all who made this year a success. Thank you for stopping by and we hope to see you again next season.  We sold many pounds … Continue reading →

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Thornless Blackberry Season Opening

Posted on July 16, 2014 by beiersdo

Blackberry U-Pick Season opens at Quarteramish farm on July 17th.  Hours  7:30-7:00 daily.  Closed July 19th. Pre-picked berries are available with reservation.  Bring your own containers or we will provide picking trays.  Children are welcome to pick with adult supervision. … Continue reading →

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Fantastic Blueberry/Raspberry Jam Made Easy

Posted on July 7, 2014 by beiersdo

Jam is easy to make, and oh so ever rewarding.  Jam has many uses  in the kitchen and brings culinary Shangrilah during winter months when produce is out of season.  I hear frequently from people they are afraid to try, … Continue reading →

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Red Raspberries are the Taste of Summer

Posted on June 24, 2014 by beiersdo

We just finished the rush of our county 4H fair!  I love fair week; and I’m glad it’s over till next year. When we finally got back to tending the farm, we discovered the red raspberries beginning to ripen.  Looks … Continue reading →

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The Joys of Blackberry Jam

Posted on July 23, 2013 by beiersdo

Quarter Amish is in the midst of blackberry season and the plants are being quite generous!  Customers share they enjoy the picking experience, but many don’t know quite what to do with the berries they just picked.  Berries are one … Continue reading →

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Taking Reservations for blackberry picking slots

Posted on July 11, 2013 by beiersdo

The sun has come out and the berries are ripening at a quicker pace.  Quarter Amish is now taking reservations for blackberry picking slots for the week of July 15-20th.  If you are interested in reserving an appointment please contact … Continue reading →

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Pick Your Own Blackberries!

Posted on June 26, 2013 by beiersdo

Last year began an adventure on our farm.  My husband, the horticulturist, built a high-tunnel greenhouse and together we planted two hundred thorn-less blackberry plants along with some red raspberries. We tended and nurtured the plants, and with great anticipation, … Continue reading →

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