Connecting Consumers to the Farm: Missouri U-Pick Opportunities
Across Missouri, U-Pick farms invite families and communities to experience agriculture firsthand, offering a direct connection to the farmers who grow our food and the land that sustains us. As the weather turns colder and the leaves begin to change, Missouri’s U-Pick farms open their operation, showcasing the hard work of farm families and the diversity of crops grown across the state.
We’re highlighting a few of Missouri’s agritourism destinations where families can experience firsthand the crops, communities, and economic impact of U-Pick farms.
Uptown Farms – Leclede
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Uptown Farms Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch is a family friendly, agritourism venue located near Laclede, Mo. Visitors enjoy curated fun, games, and food with old-fashioned, agricultural flair. Experience a real Missouri Family Farm! Uptown Farms is the home of Carol, the famous goat.
Additionally, the Lambert family grows crops and raises sheep and cattle.
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Perryville Pumpkin Farm – Perryville
Guests that visit the Perryville Pumpkin Farm experience more than just purchasing pumpkins, they also meet the Koenig family, who live and work on their century farm which began in 1892. Dianna Koenig is the sixth generation of her family to operate the farm, in partnership with her husband Brian, growing wheat, soybeans, and corn. Their three sons, Tyson, Jarod, and Ryan are the first generation to lead the family in building an agritourism destination.
The Koenig family offers a diverse pumpkin patch, soybean and corn field mazes, a straw tunnel and many other activities on 25 action-packed acres.
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Rowe Crop Farm Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch – Caledonia
The Rowe Crop Farm Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch is the only venue of its kind in the local area. Visitors will discover more than fifty varieties of pumpkins, cornstalks, gourds, sunflower bouquets, and more. Pumpkins can be chosen in the barn, or visitors can ride the hayride to the 8-acre pumpkin patch to pick their own. Jesse personally designs the corn maze each year. The Rowe’s have developed a fantastic partnership with the community of Caledonia which hosts a pumpkin festival each second Saturday of October.
Read More HerePeno Creek Pumpkin Patch – Frankford
Peno Creek Pumpkin Patch in Frankford, Missouri, is a charming family-run fall destination nestled on a generational farm passed down through the Delgman and Scherder families. The patch operates seasonally from late September through the end of October. Visitors can enjoy a variety of fun activities, including hayrides, a corn maze, a petting zoo, a corn pit, and more. It’s truly a delightful slice of Missouri agritourism that highlights the beauty of rural traditions and seasonal celebrations.
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Shryocks Callaway Farms – Columbia
Shryocks Callaway Farms in Columbia is a favorite fall destination for families across mid-Missouri. Known for its giant corn maze, pumpkin patch, and farm fun, Shryocks combines entertainment with a strong connection to agriculture. Located in Agri-Ready Designated Callaway County, the farm showcases the importance of agritourism to both the community and local economy. Visitors not only enjoy seasonal activities but also gain a closer look at Missouri agriculture in action.
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