Take Your Kids Away from the City’s Hustle and Bustle: Experience the Power of Nature by Picking Fruits and Vegetables
Taiwan’s 9 major farms are ready to welcome you for a one-day farmer adventure! Through hands-on participation in agri-food education, children not only learn about the origins of food but also develop a deeper appreciation for the gifts of the earth.
Northern Farms: From Tea Gardens to Orchards, Discover Diverse Farming Fun
Luguang Farm (No. 11-2, Dashihu, Yuguang Village, Pinglin District, New Taipei City) is an organic tea plantation and a perfect choice for family trips. Children can put on straw hats, carry tea baskets, and follow the farm owner to experience tea picking, rolling, and processing. This hardworking journey into the life of a tea farmer culminates in tasting the tea they made, bringing immense pride and satisfaction.
Kangzhuang Organic Community (No. 655-1, Section 3, Kangzhuang Road, Daxi District, Taoyuan) offers various farming experiences that change with the seasons. Families can pick fresh vegetables and cook them into rustic dishes on-site, creating flavorful farm-to-table feasts.
Jinpu Tourism Orchard (No. 27, Xiejin Road, Yuanshan Township, Yilan County) is a fruit-picking paradise open year-round, offering mulberries, kumquats, guavas, and grafted pears depending on the season. Children can even adopt a fruit tree, participating in the planting and harvesting process from start to finish.
Central Farms: Learning While Harvesting and Enjoying the Flavors of Nature
Hui Xiang Station (No. 92-2, Fengshuwuo, Fengshu Village, Tongxiao Township, Miaoli County) combines natural farming with vegetarian restaurants and processing workshops. Children can pick fresh vegetables directly from the fields and attend cooking classes to enjoy dishes made with their hard-earned produce. Seasonal crops like cherry tomatoes, loofah, and rice make this farm worth visiting throughout the year.
Yiming Tea Garden (No. 22-5, Lao Qi, 12th Neighborhood, Liu Dong Village, Toufen City, Miaoli County) offers an educational tea-making experience. With museum tours and tea ceremonies, children learn about tea culture and craft while enjoying the beauty of Miaoli’s natural scenery.
Little Ladybug Farm (No. 198, Donglan Road, Dongshi District, Taichung City) is a model of organic agriculture. Children can pick seasonal vegetables and fruits and join hands-on farming activities, immersing themselves in the embrace of nature.
Southern and Eastern Farms: Sweet Experiences in Mango and Custard Apple Orchards
Xiaochong Fruit Orchard (No. 55, Zhongshan Road, Yujing District, Tainan City) is a must-visit during the summer mango season. Known as the hometown of mangoes, Yujing allows children to pick the sweetest fruits and experience making mango smoothies and dried mango snacks, learning the farm-to-table journey firsthand.
Yuanyuan Natural Farm (No. 625, Binlang Road, 28th Neighborhood, Binlang Village, Beinan Township, Taitung County) and Haoshi Guozi (No. 5-3, Banjiao, Meinong Village, Beinan Township, Taitung County) offer diverse farming activities, including growing custard apples, pineapple-sugar apples, passion fruits, and bananas. Depending on the season, children can participate in various farming tasks and try DIY crafts like making jams or keychains, adding creativity and fun to their farmer-for-a-day experience.
Agri-Food Education: Teaching Children Gratitude and Appreciation for the Land
Agri-food education emphasizes teaching children the value of food through hands-on participation, helping them understand the hard work behind every meal and the richness of the land. Whether it’s picking tea at Luguang Farm or making mango products in Yujing, these activities allow children to connect with nature and learn to respect the earth’s gifts.
With autumn in full swing, it’s the perfect time to escape to one of these farms with your kids and become a farmer for a day. Through labor and learning, children will cherish every dish on their table and find genuine happiness and a sense of achievement in the natural beauty around them.
Parents and children visiting orchards, farms, and tea gardens to experience being a farmer for a day will be a unique experience. (Photo / Courtesy of Heho)
Prepare for a Safe and Enjoyable Farm Trip
When visiting farms and orchards, parents and children are advised to wear long-sleeved shirts and pants, and bring mosquito repellent and sunscreen. Especially in hot weather, staying hydrated is essential. These small preparations will ensure that everyone can play safely and enjoy the bounty of nature.
The experiences offered by these farms go far beyond an ordinary trip. Through hands-on work and play, children learn about food, connect with the land, and discover the value of every gift from the earth through sweat and laughter. Take your kids to experience life as a farmer for a day — they’ll gain not only a basket of fresh produce but also a wealth of knowledge and cherished memories.
