How do I pay at the farmstand

We accept cash or card only. No checks and No Venmo. Our cash box is mounted to the wall inside the farmstand along with a sign next to it on how to pay with Apple Pay, Google Pay or Credit Card. Most days we will have someone close by to help check you out on our Square app if you need assistance.

Do you take back Egg Cartons?

The short answer is No. We are Shell Egg Food Safety (SEFS) compliant and with a permit by California Department of Food And Agriculture. Under USDA food safety guidelines egg cartons are porous, as are eggs. If an egg should crack and leak it will contaminate the cartons it is in. For your health and safety we only use new cartons.

Do you know about other Farms or Farmstands we can visit?

YES! We love supporting about our fellow farmers and ranchers. Here are a few we think you may enjoy visiting:

• Suncoast Organic Farm Bakery & Nuthouse Brewery is right down the road, about 1/2 mile from us here on Southside Rd.

• Paicines Ranch also not too far down Hwy 25 from us. Right off of Cienega Rd. They have an amazing regenerative ranch with cattle, sheep and vineyards. On Thursday’s they have lunches at their Overlook restaurant featuring their ranch raised beef, lamb, turkey and pork. You can also purchase and pick up cuts of meat from their ranch too!

• Phil Foster’s Pinnacles Ranch is a short drive for the absolute best organic produce on Saturday mornings in San Juan Bautista.

• Fairhaven Orchards is on the other side of Hollister off Hwy 25 near Hwy 156. Fairhaven is known for their cherry 🍒 u-pick season and their apricot orchards too. They have an amazing seasonal farm store with pies, cookies, fresh chicken eggs and lots of farm fresh goodies.

• B&R Farms on Fairview Rd has a wonderful farm store open year around and u-pick apricots in the summertime.

• Bertuccio’s Market located on Hwy25 near Union Rd is probably one of the biggest supporters of all our local farms and ranches as well as serving their own amazing produce in their market.

• Swank Farms known for their amazing pumpkin patch and giant corn maze, they also have summertime farm experience camps for kids.

What should I know when Visiting The farm during u-pick events?

1. No dogs allowed.

2. Wear closed toe shoes; no sandals, flipflops, or slippers/clogs and such will be allowed on the farm - this is for your safety.

3. During hot months bring a hat and a sunscreen.

4. This is a working farm, please, be respectful and follow the safety guidelines that will be discussed at the beginning of the u-pick tour or class events.

5. We have bees. They are very friendly if you don't approach the hives or show any aggression towards them. If you are allergic to bee sting the farm cannot be responsible for any allergic reaction that you may experience on the farm. 

6. Visiting a working farm has some inherent risks: we have working farm equipment, bees and the farm is also a wildlife habitat. By purchasing a u-pick or class event ticket you confirm that you understand and accept the risks associated with your visit, you will inform the farm if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies and you will  not hold the farm liable for any damage including but not limited to bodily injury or personal property damage that may happen to you on the farm. Tres Pinos Valley Farm and its owners disclaim any and all liability associated with your visit to the said farm.

Do you Allow Photography at your farm?

We welcome professional photographers and their customers to our beautiful farm for photo shoots. Please visit our photographer page for information and reservation requests.

Property Care Policy:

• Climbing, sitting, standing, or walking on rock walls, fences, structures, trees, or water features is strictly forbidden for safety concerns.

Noise Policy:

• Please be mindful of your guest’s noise level, to not disrupt the peaceful enjoyment of others at the farm.

Other Guidelines:

• Tres Pinos Valley Farm does not assume any responsibility for loss, theft or damage to equipment or personal items belonging to you or your clients

• Tres Pinos Valley Farm maintains the right to adjust these policies, in specific instances, for the best interests of the flowers, farm and the general public.

We would love to see your work!

• If you post pictures on social media, please remember to tag @TresPinosValleyFarm or post our location in your social media posts!

Do you do farm Tours for Schools or Groups?

We are a working farm and with that comes some inherent risks with farm tours for younger ages. At this time we are only offering farm tours to middle schools, high schools and college students. We will also do farm tours for senior groups as well. Tours are limited to our flowering season and only in the flower farm area. For biosecurity and health of our animals we do not offer farm animal tours. If your group would like to pick flowers during their educational tour, please let us know and we can give you an estimated cost based on availability.

My Family would like to see your animals, can we tour your farm?

At this time we are not offering farm tours with our farm animals. However, we do post as many videos and photos as we can on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.