Bakersfield homes for sale have lots to offer; not least among the attractive features of Bakersfield is the surprising availability of fresh fruits and vegetables in the area all year long, including plump, scrumptious, locally grown strawberries—due to start appearing in local markets in April. Though the pandemic has impacted some fruit and vegetable venues in the Bakersfield area, you're still bound to find an abundance of produce this spring. 

Grown primarily in coastal areas, strawberries are also produced by some Bakersfield farms. One of America's most beloved fruits, strawberries are prized not only for their delicious, mouth-watering flavor but also for their beautiful red color. Whether you're dressing up your breakfast cereal with strawberries or eating them with creme fraiche or ice cream for dessert, strawberries are sure to stimulate even the pickiest palates.

What's more, they're really, really good for you! A few of the health-improving things they do:

• Prevent heart attacks
• Fight cancer with high levels of antioxidants
• Strengthen vision due to high levels of Vitamin C
• Boost energy from carbohydrates
• Improve vascular health
• Keep you slim by slowing down digestion due to high fiber levels 

So as you're settling into your new Bakersfield home, take a break and visit our local farmer's markets and fruit and vegetable producers. Treat your family to some delectable spring strawberries right from the local fields.

Finding Local Strawberries in the Bakersfield Area

1. Murray Family Farms - 6700 General Beale Rd., Bakersfield, CA 93307
   Although this year's Berryfest, where visitors can pick their berries to their hearts' content, is canceled due to the pandemic, you can still enjoy strawberries from Murray Family Farms by shopping at the various farmers' markets and other venues around Bakersfield. Check back next spring to see if the Berryfest (which includes strawberries, blackberries, and more) is back on track.
   
   
2. F Street Farmers Market - 3201 F St., Bakersfield, CA 93301
   Look for strawberries in April, but right now, you can find lovely tomatoes, dates, fresh vegetables, baked goods, fresh honey, and jams, as well as handmade soap at F Street Farmers Market. Also, find USDA-inspected meats, including pork and pork sausages, produced without antibiotics or hormones. Support your local growers and come out to visit our area's longest-running certified farmer's market.
   
   
3. Perfectly Natural Farms - 25 Fairfax Rd., Bakersfield, CA 93307
   Perfectly Natural Farms is a small farm that provides the ideal setting for a family visit to take pictures while you're shopping for produce. Unlike many bigger farms, you don't have to pay for an admission ticket. Strawberry season is right around the corner, and Perfectly Natural Farms also has Asian greens, chard, beets, cantaloupe, cauliflower, cantaloupe. Check on their website or call to find out what's available. Also, enjoy curbside pickup and delivery. 
   
   
4. Talley Farms Fresh Harvest - 2900 Lopez Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 93421
   Talley Farms is not set up for retail sales, but they participate in the Community-Supported Agriculture movement. In CSA, individuals are connected to food supplies by a subscription service. Talley Farms ships its boxes of produce (including strawberries) to over 60 pick-up locations.
   
   
5. The Patch Fruit Stand - 1039 Mettler Frontage Rd. W, Bakersfield, CA 93313
   Check The Patch Fruit Stand this spring for a variety of fruits and vegetables, including strawberries. They are also known for sorghum, olives, and honey. You'll also find some thrift shop-type items for resale. 

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