The time is finally here! The Strawberry Festival has announced its 2019 lineup for the Wish Farms Soundstage. Between February 28th- March 10th you can go watch some of your favorite artists tear up the stage and give you the show of a lifetime! Are you a fan of STYX, The Oak Ridge Boys, Alabama, […]
Strawberry Festival Announces this Year’s Theme
Every year, the Plant City Strawberry Festival opens it’s doors to berry lovers all over the world! This festival is chock-full of fair games, rides, exhibits and of course amazing concerts sponsored by Wish Farms. For 11 days, over 50,000 people come to visit the festival to watch the headline entertainment. Performers like Brad […]
Harvest Croo Robotics is Getting National Attention
I’m really excited and proud of the progress our team at Harvest Croo Robotics is making, and it isn’t going unnoticed. We were recently featured on (my favorite morning news program) CBS This Morning. Correspondent, Errol Barnett and I conversed about how critical the autonomous solution is to not only the strawberry industry, but […]
Show Some Love this Valentine’s Day
We’ve got so many new delicious and adorable Valentine’s Day Recipes and we are so excited to share them with you! Best of all…they are fail proof. Some of the easiest recipes but with all the glam and romance you would expect from the perfect Valentine’s Day. Without any further delay..let’s get into our list! […]
Gasparilla Pirate Berry Brunch
Tampa Florida’s favorite holiday is this weekend…Gasparilla! Pirates are invading the bay and with that comes booze, beads and best of all…brunch! Whether you’re celebrating at the parade or not, we here at Wish Farms always think brunch is a good idea as long as it involves some fresh berries! Keel & Curley Winery agrees! […]
Wish Farms Gives Gift of All New Holiday Recipes
Tis’ the Season for giving… Wish Farms has a bunch of new recipes you can try this holiday season that are sure to get your friends talking and your family asking for more! First up…(and our personal favorite)… Strawberry Santa Hats These are the easiest recipe and quite possibly the cutest! The kids will […]
July’s Berrytastic Recipe Favorites
Our good friends over at Produce for Kids compiled their very own list of their favorite 30 Berrytastic Recipes for Summer. Summer is the perfect time to get your fill of fresh Wish Farms berries and we were so excited to explore the list! Below you will see a couple of our favorites from the […]
Wish Farms Celebrates National Strawberry Month
Wish Farms is taking part in the festivities this month by celebrating one of our favorite fruits. Any guesses on what it is? You guessed it! Strawberries! Here are few fun facts about deliciously sweet strawberries: Strawberries are LOADED with Vitamin C! Just eight strawberries will provide 140 percent of the recommended daily intake of Vitamin […]
Syrup and Biscuits has just what Momma ordered! Mother’s Day blueberry brunch ideas
With Mother’s Day well, coming up THIS SUNDAY, you may be wondering, what should I do for the number 1 woman in my life? Well, what says “I love you” more than Breakfast in Bed? Or a sweet brunch surprise? Jackie Garvin from Syrup & Biscuits has got you covered with two ALL-NEW creative and […]
Wish Farms walked for WISHES! Tampa’s Make a Wish Foundation Event
Wish Farms was proud to be a part of Walk for Wishes Tampa Bay! Wish Farms team members gathered with friends and family to take part in the charity event. The event kick off was at Water Works Park, where participants set off to walk along the Riverwalk, passing the Hillsborough River, University of Tampa, […]
Oh Sweet Flavor! ALL-NEW Original Recipes by The Chef Next Door
What better way to celebrate the sweet and bright essence of the Spring season than with all-new fresh and fun blueberry recipes! Last month, Sarah Bates from The Chef Next Door blog surprised us all when she took Wish Farms sweet and delicious blueberries and transformed them into unique and tasty recipes! Both original dishes […]
The Lakeland Sisters
They were known as the Lakeland Sisters. I was first introduced to the trio in the spring of 1974, my first year in the produce business. I was working under one of Wishnatzki & Nathel’s packinghouse foremen, Willard Powell. Willard ran the bell pepper line and he would also handle some of the cash sales. […]
Top 7 Ways to Recycle Strawberry Containers
One of our favorite holidays is just around the corner – Earth Day! But we here at Wish Farms think that everyday should be Earth Day. To celebrate, Wish Farms has the top seven ways to recycle, upcycle and repurpose strawberry containers! Storage Once you are finished with your delicious strawberries, you can save the […]
Florida Blueberry U-Picks
Florida blueberry season is here! Wish Farms has received many calls from folks who are interested in coming out to the farm to pick Florida blueberries. Here are a few of our growers that are offering u-picks this Spring. ** ALL BLUEBERRY U-PICK DATES AND TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE CONTACT THE FARM PRIOR […]
Spring Cleaning! How to Wash and Store Your Fresh Berries
Spring is here! Which means, so is Spring Cleaning! It’s time to put on your cleaning thinking cap and figure out the best way to keep your home organized. One of the most loved places in anyone’s home, and probably at the top of your spring cleaning list, is the kitchen! We happen to love […]
Strawberry U-Picks Underway in Plant City!
If you missed Wish Farms & RCMA’s U-Pick last Saturday, don’t worry! This Saturday from 8:30 am to 4 pm, the Hillsborough 4-H Foundation invites you to join them for their 10th Annual end-of-the-season Strawberry U-pick event at Fancy Farms! On Saturday, March 25th – Carl and Dee Dee Grooms host the strawberry picking event at […]
Pick Your Own Strawberries at Wish Farms Annual Charity U-Pick!
We are in the heart of Florida’s strawberry season! Wish Farms is inviting the public out to the farm for the annual end-of-the-season U-Pick on Saturday, March 18! Everyone is invited to come out for a fun day of strawberry picking! All of the proceeds made during this event will benefit the Redlands Christian Migrants […]
Heart Healthy Takeover with Rebecca Lilly of XXRLILLY
Wish Farms Instagram account was taken over on Friday! Rebecca Lilly, creator and photographer behind XXRLILLY, created a fun day full of heart healthy snacks, her morning exercise routine, and tips on delicious meals to keep your heart healthy! As a passionate foodie, she gave us a behind-the-scenes look on how she preps nutrition-inspired cuisine. Check out […]
Big Berry Donation Sweetens Up Valentine’s Day!
Wish Farms did its best to sweeten up Valentine’s Day by donating more than 4 THOUSAND POUNDS of fresh strawberries to Feeding Tampa Bay. Gary Wishnatzki, Owner and Head Pixie at Wish Farms said, “We are always happy when we can arrange a donation to Feeding Tampa Bay. Everyone deserves access to fresh food, and we […]
Berry Benefits for Your Sweet Heart!
February isn’t only for Berry Sweethearts, it’s for Berry Sweet HEARTS! Wish Farms is celebrating Heart Health Month! Strawberries, Blueberries and Blackberries – each one has benefits that can play an important role in keeping your heart healthy! Just one cup of blackberries has about 7 grams of fiber, which is about 25% of the […]
GaspARGHrilla Brunch Menu
For any Tampanian, Gasparilla is going to be quite a special day. Gasparilla, held in Tampa, Florida, is one of the biggest pirate celebrations in the country that most refer to as “The Mardi Gras of Florida.” Originating in 1904, Gasparilla celebrates the legend of Jose Gaspar, the Spanish Pirate who took hold of Tampa’s waters. Today, […]
TIP TUESDAY: New Year, New You
It’s half way through the month and let’s face it….about 50% of us have probably gotten a little lazy with our new year fitness and health resolutions. Getting up early to work out and eat a salad instead of a burger everyday can be tough, but don’t worry! We have come up with a sure […]
3 Reasons Why You Should be Eating More Blackberries
Blackberries are a super-food we should keep in our fridge at all times! The health benefits are virtually endless; however, we picked our top 3 reasons to start eating more blackberries starting today! New Year…new you, right!? 1. Blackberries Fight Cancer Cancer is one of the top killers in the U.S. today. […]
Save Time with this Back to School Breakfast Blueberry Peach Crumble Bake.
Let’s face it, mornings can be rough. The hustle and bustle of last minute homework assignments, packed lunches, and ignored alarms and snooze buttons can add a lot of stress to your school mornings. The last thing moms should worry about is making a healthy breakfast to keep their kids going for the entire day. Who […]
Lower Cholesterol and Triglycerides Naturally with Strawberries
You’ve heard it before…strawberries have always been a superfood due to their high levels of antioxidants. What you didn’t know was that strawberries can actually lower LDL cholesterol and triglycerides! How lucky are we that such a delicious snack could do so much good for the body! An article by Bel Marra Health gives us […]
Florida Citrus by the Numbers
While Wish Farms focuses on our delicious strawberries, blueberries and now blackberries…we can’t help but give a little shoutout to the great Sunshine state of Florida and its contribution to our nation with its citrus crops! With the help of the Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, U.S Department of Agriculture, and FFVA or […]
Funny Characters and Even Funnier Quotes!
Over the years in the produce industry I have seen many characters. Some of their sayings I have written down while others are just emblazoned in my memory. Some of these people are gone and others are still here and contributing to this list of famous quotes. Below are some of my favorites. My […]
Rubbermaid FreshWorks™ Produce Saver Will Change Your Life
Did you know that Americans waste over 40% of edible food in a year? As we all know, produce is very perishable. It is difficult to prolong the shelf life of your fresh fruit, which can lead to wasted food and wasted money. Luckily, Rubbermaid has made a breakthrough and we are so excited to share it […]
Wish Farms is Homegrown and Powered by Love.
Quality, integrity, and responsiveness are the values we live by. When you add in a pinch of hometown, homegrown pride…you get the perfect berry. Our family of growers work day in and day out to provide the best berries for our customers, so we couldn’t be more excited to share our video with you that […]
Fresh From Florida Strawberry Cheesecake Dip
This cheesecake dip is simply indulgent! So yummy but you won’t feel too guilty while eating this recipe’s healthy counterpart…Strawberries! Thanks to Fresh From Florida, We have this delicious recipe you can make for Valentine’s Day or any day! CLICK HERE to view the full recipe!
Florida Strawberries are Coming Early
Usually, Florida Strawberries are in low volume this time of year; however, this year, that is not the case. Gary Wishnatzki, President and Chief Executive officer of Wish Farms operations expects promotable volume to begin this week! “The berries are here. There are enough berries to do truckloads now,” Wishnatzki said in early December. “Because […]
Berries- From the Crop to the Kitchen
Photo and full article from Central Florida AgNews. Jorge Salmeron, Plant City based Part-time Blueberry and Blackberry grower, Full-time teacher and member of the Wish Farms family is making a splash in the agriculture community. ‘He has devoted about three acres to a nursery that holds 100,000-plus in plant inventory to meet the […]
Cinco De Mayo? or Cinco de Drinko? Our Top 5 Sips for Your Fiesta!
Cinco de Mayo is a celebration held in Mexico and the United States celebrating the victory of the battle of Puebla against the French. Not to be mistaken for the Mexican Independence day which is September 16. Let’s all face it….those of us who aren’t actually celebrating for the sole purpose of pride in our […]
How Blueberries Can Save Your Life
We all know that adding fruits and vegetables to your diet can provide health benefits. What we didn’t know is that blueberries in particular are linked directly to assisting those who suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, metabolic syndrome and severe inflammation among many other health benefits. PTSD or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder isn’t just something soldiers coming […]
Top 5 Recipes for Easter!
It’s that time of the year again…Springtime is here! With Spring comes sunshine, tulips, bunny rabbits, colored egg hunts and Easter! What better way to welcome our favorite time of the year with a celebratory post of our top 5 Easter recipes? And it just so happens…that this post is an entire pre-planned Easter meal. From […]
Strawberry Festival’s 80th Anniversary
This year was a very special year for the Strawberry Festival. This year marked the 80th anniversary of this community tradition and people came from all around the United States to experience all that this event had to offer. We even met some visitors from Canada! Happy Birthday Strawberry Festival! We can all say […]
Strawberry Picking Challenge 2015 Recap
As most of you may know, this February was our Second Annual Strawberry Picking Challenge. This family fun filled charity event benefited the children of the Redlands Christian Migrant Association. RCMA is a non-profit organization that assists the children and families of poor rural migrant farm workers by providing better education and opportunities to […]
Discounted Strawberry Festival Tickets on Sale Now
The Strawberry Festival is almost here and we are all so excited for the all the family fun, games, activities, concerts, rides and strawberry shortcake! If you are near a Publix Store you can now pre-purchase your entry tickets for a discounted price of $8 for Adults and $4 for Kids. (children under […]
Shad Simmons- In The Field Magazine
Congratulations to one of our very own, Shad Simmons for his featured article in the very prestigious, In The Field Magazine, written by Jim Frankowiak. As we have said before, our Plant City roots run deep and the dedication of our growers to the craft run even deeper! Although they have expanded, The […]
Strawberry Festival Wish Farms Soundstage Lineup
The time is finally here! The Strawberry Festival has announced its 2015 lineup for the Wish Farms Soundstage. Between February 26th- March 8th you can go watch some of your favorite artists tear up the stage and give you the show of a lifetime! are you a fan of Boys II Men, Craig Morgan, REBA, […]
Wish Farms Breakfast Bento by Ninja Baking
We just love Kim Watkinson of NinjaBaking.com! With every amazing, delicious creation…comes a story along with it! Take a peek below for her description of her newest bento creation…the Breakfast Bento! A healthy combo of fresh fruit doughnuts and a hardboiled egg make this the perfect little to-go breakfast item! Wish Farms Breakfast Bento […]
Top 5 Halloween Recipes
Tis the season for goblin’s, ghosts, and all things creepy and horrifying…but are you in a recipe slump!? Don’t miss out on some easy fun ways to get festive this Halloween season! Wish Farms has got you covered! 1. Witch Potion Shakes- Lady Behind the Curtain @sheryl_lbc Serve up this bewitching cocktail for the kids […]
How to Save a Billion Dollars
It was back in 1987 that I opened a retail store in Tampa. My partner was Phil Alessi. The Alessi Farmers Market was an extravaganza of a store. The year before the opening, I went to Phil Alessi to discuss an idea that I had for a retail farmer’s market. My initial concept was to […]
Dustin Grooms of Fancy Farms Selected to Participate in FFVA Leader Development Program
FFVA, The Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association introduced the 4th class of up-and-coming agricultural industry leaders selected to participate in it’s Emerging Leader Development Program at FFVA’s 71st Annual Convention in Naples. Our very own, Dustin Grooms of Fancy Farms was selected as one of the 10 participants of this prestigious opportunity. The yearlong program’s […]
Happy National Watermelon Day
Watermelon is the epitome of summer. It is the perfect healthy, sweet, delicious and refreshing snack for your hot summer adventures at the beach, pool, or picnic! Luckily our favorite sweet indulgence isn’t really an indulgence. No ‘cheat’ meal here ladies and gents! Packed full with vitamins and nutrients we no longer have to […]
Happy National Ice Cream Month!
July is National Ice Cream Month! (Thanks to Ronald Reagan) What better way to celebrate than to have a bowl yourself! So while you read…spoon some ice cream into a bowl and sprinkle some fresh fruit on top (so you won’t feel too guilty) Nothing beats a little sweet treat of creamy goodness on a […]
Fresh Picked: How to Choose, Store, Wash and Freeze Blueberries.
Right now, we are in full blown blueberry season! With your grocery store packed to the rim with summer-time fruit goodness you can finally get all the yummy fruit you want! But are you getting the best out of your fruit? Wish Farms is here to help! First off- blueberries are grown all […]
“Don’t Go Bacon My Heart” – Father’s Day Bacon Bouquet!
So you’ve written the cards, the home-made gifts and baked goods for your favorite dad….at this point aren’t we all kind of running out of ideas!!? And let’s face it…WHO WANTS ANOTHER NECK TIE!? If you and your favorite father in your life have a funny bone and an appetite for bacon, we’ve got […]
Top 5 Summer Sips- Cocktails for Summer!
The warmer the weather, the cooler the drinks! We have complied a list of some of the most sizzling cocktails for summer to quench all your needs! Whether its a night time soiree or a day out by the pool, we’ve got you covered! 1. Strawberry Champagne Slushies- Best of Bklyn It’s […]
5 Steps to De-Stress and Take control of your High Blood Pressure
1. Meditate Turn off your cell phone, turn off the tv and step away from the computer screen! Meditation isn’t just for the “hippies” anymore. Its proven to de- stress, refresh your mind and give you the boost you’ve needed! Give yourself at least 5 minutes a day to sit or lay down and […]
The Deeper the Color- The Better for you
Fruits and vegetables darker in color, such as blueberries, blackberries, apples and grapes have anthocyanin: a phytochemical that works to fight off many diseases. Blueberries in particular are especially potent in the chemical and can significantly lower the risk to type 2 diabetes as well as nourish the probiotics in our lower intestine. […]
Blueberries Linked to Healthy Aging for Seniors
We all know blueberries are the super-fruit of the world…but did we know how beneficial they could be to seniors specifically? According to an article in Sunrise Senior Living, Blueberries are full of nutrients and vitamins that help seniors with their cognitive skills, skin health, and cardiovascular strength! Not only is this super-fruit […]
How to Start your Own Edible Garden
The benefits of growing your own food far surpass any distaste to the work necessary to grow it. Not only is it healthier…but imagine how much money you are saving by planting your own! Everyone loves the idea of it…fresh fruits and veggies picked right out of your backyard- But is it as easy […]
Top 5 Grilling Recipes with Berries
Are you bored with the same old grilling routine? Sure it’s nice grilling outside in the summer sun and having the same grilled chicken you’ve whipped up for years, but we have some old classics with a berry delicious twist! Let’s re-vamp your old recipes and try something new and fun this summer! Here […]
Top 5 Healthy Snacks of the Summer!
Summertime is moving on in! So are all the cringe worthy swim suit opportunities that we always seem to pass by. BUT NOT THIS SUMMER! This summer…you are going to eat healthier, live a fit lifestyle and take any and every swim suit opportunity that you possibly can! Food is your friend. Use it […]
Charity Blueberry U-Pick on May 17th
Saturday, May 17th Spring Valley Farms is opening its doors for a charity u-pick to benefit the Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA.) While there are no organic berries available for picking at this event, conventional berries are only $10 for a gallon bucket!! Not only are you getting crazy amounts of blueberries for a crazy […]
Florida Agriculture Literacy Day
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam; special guest to our Annual Bright House Networks Strawberry Picking Challenge in February, spent his day in Tallahassee with over 2,000 more agriculture volunteers to read to classrooms in order to share the importance of agriculture. This Agriculture Literacy Day, with over 3,600 elementary school classrooms and 2,000 volunteers, […]
Tampa Bay Blueberry Festival
If you didn’t make it out to the Blueberry Festival this past weekend at the Keel & Curley Winery in Tampa, you truly missed out! This 3 day event was filled with blueberry U-picks, live entertainment, over 100 food and craft vendors, and kid friendly activities like face painting and a kid zone. A day […]
Top 5 Recipes to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo!
Arriba arriba!!! Who is ready for Cinco de Mayo?… or May 5th for all you gringos out there 😉 For most of us, we just use Cinco de Mayo as an excuse to throw on a thick fake mustache and drink as many ‘margs’ as we can. Can I get a “heck yeah!?” Well…after […]
Top 5 Blueberry Recipes!
The Florida Strawberry season is finally coming to a close- sadly, so will your favorite strawberry recipes. Not to worry though, Florida’s got a sweet little blue jewel that can amp up any recipe…Blueberries! That’s right- Florida Blueberries are coming into season and its up to YOU to take advantage of all its availability […]
Our Own Dudley Calfee Elected President of Blueberry Growers Association
Covered by the In the Field Magazine, the last Blueberry Association meeting had some very important topics to cover that day. A new Blueberry variety would be introduced to the season as well as the election of new Blueberry Association President. One of our growers, Dudely Calfee definitely deserves his new title has President. With […]
Wish Farms Grower, Billy Simmons on the Cover of In the Field Magazine
If you attended the Strawberry Festival in Plant City Florida, you couldn’t have missed the gigantic 10,000 square foot educational strawberry agriculture display presented by FSGA (Florida Strawberry Growers Association). Complete with farming tools like tractors, over 800 Strawberry plants, and the “Ask a Farmer” Station; this exhibit was a crowd pleaser. “FSGA […]
Tampa Israel Independence Day Celebration
The Tampa Florida Jewish Community Center is hosting their Annual Tampa Israel Independence Day Celebration on Sunday, May 4, 2014, 3:30pm-6:30pm at the Maureen and Douglas Cohn Jewish Community Campus located in Citrus Park just off Gunn Highway at 13009 Community Campus Drive, Tampa, Florida 33625. This year, They plan to highlight “Kibbutz […]
Top 5 Blueberry Drinks to Welcome Spring!
As we all might know, the Florida Strawberry season is coming to an end and California is ramping up their strawberry production. (Don’t panic! Strawberries will still be in grocery stores!) But just because our Florida Strawberry season is fizzling out doesn’t mean you can’t have a taste of Florida Sunshine to ring in […]
Top 5 Easter DIYs to WOW your Family & Friends!
This morning I was woken up by a text message from my mother. It read, “Hi! Easter is this weekend I need to know what you are bringing to our family party.” What happened next? UTTER PANIC. What? Isn’t it still February? When the heck did April get here already!? And how DARE you […]
Strawberry Joe at the Market
Out of high school in 1937, Joe Wishnatzki went to work for his father in the Plant City, Florida produce business. It was very demanding at times. There were long hours when the crops were in full swing. Just as now, the strawberries were the main crop during the winter. Up through the 1950’s […]
The New Cholesterol Fighting Fruit: Strawberries!
As seen on Doctor Oz, new studies have shown that link strawberries to lowering cholesterol. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, “About 71 million Americans have high cholesterol.1 Only 1 out of every 3 adultswith high cholesterol has the condition under control.1 Having high cholesterol puts you at risk for heart disease and stroke, two leading causes […]
Could Strawberries Cure Alzheimer’s Disease?
The answer to this question is…not yet. Scientists at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies discovered a chemical compound found in fruits and vegetables such as strawberries and cucumbers that can actually stops memory loss in its’ tracks. According to a Salk News Release , “In experiments on mice that normally develop Alzheimer’s symptoms less than […]
Strawberries: The Miracle Spot Treatment!
For anyone who has mild to moderate acne (or just a few blemishes that pop up from time to time), products available in stores can sometimes be too strong, too fragrant, too …artificial! Wish Farms has an all natural alternative to your regular acne spot treatment. Using none other than…strawberries!!!! Provided by a real esthetician, […]
Day in the Life of: Misty the Garden Pixie!
Many of you know the special duties and responsibilities of our very sweet and very special Garden Pixie, Misty. She visits all the Wish Farms Strawberry Fields and sprinkles her pixie dust over all the growing berries…making them almost as sweet as her! What you don’t know however, is that Misty does a lot more […]
Gary Wishnatzki Takes on the Panama Canal!
John Buchanan of the Highlands Today wrote an article about commissioner Adam Putnam and Wish Farms Owner, Gary Wishnatzki and their trip to Panama to expand agricultural exports of Strawberries and Blueberries. “The primary goals of the mission were to assess Panama as an export market and the expansion of the Panama Canal in […]
Misty the Garden Pixie Children’s Book!
Doug Ohlemeier of the Packer wrote an article to help us announce a very exciting piece of news! We are releasing a children’s book! Therese Wishnatzki, the wife of Gary Wishnatzki, president and chief executive officer of the Plant City, Fla.-based grower-shipper of strawberries, wrote “Misty the Garden Pixie.” The book was inspired by their […]
Homemade Strawberry Cobbler
With the Strawberry Festival in the past and the entire strawberry season soon coming to an end, it’s safe to say that my fridge was fully stocked. How could I POSSIBLY eat all of these strawberries?! I woke up this morning feeling a little…inspired. Ok ok…I wasn’t inspired…I was just hungry. Realllly hungry. I’m no […]
Strawberry Festival Food- What you missed out on.
If you weren’t at the Strawberry Festival last week….you definitely missed out. With so much to do, see, eat, and experience, no face left without a huge grin from ear to ear. And I mean no one. Pure. Happiness. On my way into the festival I found myself strategically planning my rounds for the day. […]
We Are Giving Away $500 In Our Grocery Money Giveaway!
Who couldn’t use a little extra grocery money? Become a fan of Wish Farms on Facebook and enter for a chance to win a gift card to the grocery retailer of your choice. Enter before midnight on Sunday, March 10, 2014 for a chance to win a $50, $100 or the grand prize of a $250 gift […]
Wish Farms Raises $75,000 With Strawberry Picking Challenge!
It’s apparent the Bright House Strawberry Picking Challenge certainly made a splash in the media. Doug Ohlemeier of The Packer, wrote an article on the event explaining its immense success and the funds raised for the children of RCMA or Redlands Christian Migrant Association. $75,000 is a record amount for Wish Farms to raise for […]
Bright House Networks Strawberry Picking Challenge Recap
Earlier this month Wish Farms hosted our First Annual Bright House Networks Strawberry Picking Challenge charity event! We are thrilled to announce that it was a HUGE success as we raised over $75,000 for the children of RCMA! ( Redlands Christian Migrant Association) Sure it was cold…and rainy…but did that stop us from having a […]
Strawberries: The Skin, Hair and Health Superfood
Being utterly obsessed with strawberries myself, I always end up purchasing way more than I could possibly eat. This over-abundance of berries in my fridge has always led to disappointment. All because I simply could not find anymore time to fit another little ball of deliciousness into my mouth-I had to watch in horror…as I […]
The Grooms Family- The Strawberry Dynasty
Wish Farms is proud to have the Grooms as part of our strawberry family. The Grooms family are strawberry growers for Wish Farms and have been in the farming industry since the early 1900’s. Carl and Dee Dee Grooms started Fancy Farms in Plant City, Florida in 1974 with 15 acres of strawberries and […]
Agritourism at Wish Farms
Agritourism at Wish Farms What do you get when you combine agriculture and tourism? Agritourism! Yes, it’s a real concept and a booming trend amongst many farm communities nationwide. Defined as an agriculturally based operation or activity that brings visitors to a farm or ranch, it involves a wide variety of activities such as buying […]
A New Twist to a Packed Lunch!
Ok…so when I first came across the Ohayo Bento blog, I was a little confused. What the heck is a Bento!? I read a little further into the blog and immediately fell in love with literally EVERYTHING that was posted. The Bento box meals aren’t just packed meals in an adorable box..they are carefully crafted […]
Who doesn’t want to win $100 gift card!?
Wish Farms customers….WE HAVE GRANTED YOUR WISH! Ta daaaa!* This season we are running a special promotion for our valued customers! Anytime you purchase a package of our delicious Wish Farms Strawberries you will notice a bright yellow sticker on the top right hand corner. On this sticker is a 16-digit code that […]
Top 5 Ways To Make Your LAST MINUTE New Years Eve Party Unforgettable!
Why not compliment all you last minute party hostesses with a last minute blog post? The Christmas lights have flickered out, the tree is starting to brown, and the ripped wrapping paper from the many Christmas gifts are spewed across the living room floor only to leave you…on the couch…(Probably 15 pounds heavier) wondering […]
Radio Disney & Wish Farms Present- Noon Year’s Eve!
Join us in celebrating the New Year with your kiddos, Lowry Park Zoo and Radio Disney of Tampa! Last year was a total blast- come party with us and make this year a total blow-out! We hope you will join us to ring in the New Year at “Noon” Year’s Eve, a daytime celebration, held […]
Strawberry Joe
There aren’t too many of us old timers left that knew my father, Joe Wishnatzki. He was quite a character. He passed away too soon in 1988 at the age of 70. I talked to him on several occasions about writing a book about his life because he had so many good stories. The following […]
Wish Farms Strawberry Santas
Wish Farms Sweet Strawberry Santas We are so excited to share this recipe with you! Reasons why you should give it a try: They are adorable….seriously..who wouldn’t want to make these!? Fun activity for the whole family! This recipe is kid approved; They’ll love to be creative and decorate their own little Santas. With so […]
Florida Strawberry Festival Partners With Publix Super Markets
Who loves the Strawberry Festival in Plant City, FL? Now….Who loves saving money while attending? We do! We do! Wish Farms is so excited to work with the Strawberry Festival again this year as the Sound Stage Sponsor! Yes- all those concerts you know and love- we help get them there! […]
Our Newest Endeavor: Recipe Video Blogs!
As some of you may have noticed, Amber and I have spent a good deal of time building our website into what it is today – with an extra focus on our blog, as well as the recipe catalog. After attending the 2013 Food and Wine Conference in Orlando, it hit us: Why not […]
Uncle Lester
Last May saw the passing of a legend in the produce business. Lester Wishnatzki surely left his mark on Wish Farms. Of course, he is Uncle Lester to me. My father and uncle ran the Florida division of Wishnatzki & Nathel, after the passing of my grandfather in 1955. Even though they were blood brothers […]
Misty The Garden Pixie is Born
I think it is fitting, since our focus or “North Star” is building Misty the Garden Pixie into a brand of distinction, that I tell the story about our name change to Wish Farms and how Misty came to be. Back in 2009, I recognized that our Wishnatzki Farms brand was not well-recognized. Consumers […]
FreshQC And Food Safety & Traceability
Imagine a world where you knew where every piece of produce you ate or provided for your family came from? A world where you could find information about not only what state and town, but what field and even who picked the piece of fruit or vegetable that you were consuming? Can you imagine how […]
The Packer – Advisers Help Wish Farms Change
Article from August 2, 2013 The changes that have come over Plant City, Fla.-based Wish Farms over the past decade or so have been remarkable. Seeing them brought together with a little context added during an interview on Tampa, Fla., public television’s “Suncoast Business Forum” was enlightening to me. The episode aired in late June. […]
The Tampa Tribune – Hard work a common trait among annual agriculture award winners
August 14, 2013 The Tampa Tribune Hard work a common trait among annual agriculture award winners PLANT CITY — The recent winners of annual farming awards have varied roles in agriculture. They included a farmer, the area’s largest strawberry marketer, a teacher and an insurance executive. But retired educator Jim Jeffries said they share the […]
Food & Wine Conference 2013 – Orlando, FL
Wish Farms is excited to be a sponsor at the first annual Food & Wine Conference, July 19-21, hosted by Sunday Supper LLC at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort in Orlando. “The cutting-edge summit will bring together bloggers, small-business owners, marketing professionals, winemakers, chefs and other key players to teach and learn about making the […]
Top Five Patriotic Party Drinks
Champagne BombPop Little Baby Garvin – This is such a fun idea for a festive Independence Day drink! As blogger, Jessica, says Bombpops are “nostalgia on a stick.” The sparkler garnish adds such a fab touch to this already poppin’ drink! Follow this blog on Twitter: @itsmejessicag Firecracker Cocktail Budget Savvy Diva – This super easy drink looks so […]
Top Five 4th of July Desserts
Brownie {& Fruit} Kebabs Mel’s Kitchen Café – This is such an easy way to make a great looking dessert and it’s a fun one for kiddos too! As Mel explains in her post, dessert kebabs can be done with any fruits and dessert items, but what a patriotic combo to celebrate the 4th of July! […]
Top 5 Watermelon Recipes
When you think of watermelon, you think of summer. It’s the perfect fruit to enjoy by itself, but with the Wish Farms cooler full of this delectable fruit, we’ve been looking for some fun ways to transform this simple fruit to something a little more special! Watermelon and Goat Cheese Bites The Meaning of Pie […]
How To Freeze Your Strawberries
Did you know strawberries do not continue to ripen after they are picked? Do you know how to make your strawberries last longer? Watch this how-to video for freezing strawberries! If you haven’t already eaten your berries on the drive home from the grocery store –it’s important to put them in the refrigerator right away. […]
How many seeds are on the outside of a strawberry?
Did you know that strawberries are the only fruit with seeds on the outside? Do you know how many seeds are on the outside of a strawberry? Watch the video below to find out! Did You Know? Video Series: Strawberry Seeds To watch more Did You Know? videos, click here! Do you have any more […]
Our Top 5 Memorial Day Recipe Blog Posts
Memorial Day is a day to remember the men and women who have perished while serving in the United States Armed Forces. It is a time to celebrate their lives and reflect on the sacrifice and service they gave to their country. We hope you are able spend the day with family and friends and […]