Appleberry Farm LLC

Family-run apple orchard with a farm store offering local products and a focus on pick-your-own experiences.
Appleberry Farm LLC

Contact

  • David Wildes
  • (608) 798-2780

Quick Facts

    Started
    1975

Where to Buy

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8079 Maurer Road, Cross Plains, WI 53528
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Products

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Breeds + Varieties

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About the Farm

Background

Since 1975, this local family farm has been a beloved destination in Wisconsin, known for its caramel apples, fresh cider, and heirloom apple varieties. Over the years, it has become a favorite spot for families and friends to enjoy a day in the orchard or berry patch, offering school tours, hayrides, and a variety of seasonal fruits.

Practices

The farm employs Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to minimize spraying, focusing on maintaining a natural balance where beneficial insects control pests. This approach ensures that the fruit is safe to eat right off the tree or bush, even if it means accepting a few imperfections. The farm emphasizes the importance of understanding how food is grown, offering educational opportunities about their methods, the role of bees, and the unique qualities of their produce due to the Driftless Area terroir.

The Rest

Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities including a pick-your-own pumpkin patch, and picking strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries in the summer. The farm store is stocked with products from local food makers and artisans, and the farm hires local youth and neighbors throughout the season. The farm is a real, working farm with dirt, rocks, bugs, and weeds, offering an authentic experience far removed from amusement parks.