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Muscadine Reading List & U-Pick Visit Details

Farm Hours, Picking Info & Muscadine Resources

Our gates open this Saturday, September 7th, and from then on we follow our usual schedule: Saturdays 9am to 6pm and Sundays 1pm to 5pm. Muscadines run $1.25 per pound, cash only. Questions? Call 386-462-1227 or 352-214-1028.

Kindly leave dogs and other pets at home — our insurance doesn't cover bites, so pets can't come into the vineyard. There's also no restroom on site, so please plan accordingly. We hand out 5-quart buckets for picking, and each one holds about 7 pounds of grapes.

Would you like a heads-up before the season starts? Drop us a note on our Contact Us page and we'll put your name on our notification list.

Making a Trip During U-Pick Season

During the work week we're typically out in the vineyard or running errands, so we may not be available right away. Feel free to call and book an appointment — just give us a day or two of notice so we can fit it into our schedule.

Locating the Vineyard

We're at 15585 NW 29 St., Gainesville, FL 32609. Some GPS units and Google Maps work better if you enter "LaCrosse, FL" instead of Gainesville — otherwise you may be routed somewhere inside the Gainesville city limits. Our map page can help too.

  • Phone ahead to book a weekday appointment
  • Give a day or two of notice so we can plan
  • Enter "LaCrosse, FL" in GPS and Google Maps
  • Bring cash — $1.25 per pound
  • Leave pets at home and expect no on-site restroom

Muscadine Articles & Resources

Muscadines really are good for you, and the links below give a sense of just how beneficial they can be. We've aimed to pick articles that share solid scientific information rather than pushing a product. If you find something else worth reading, send it our way through the Contact Us page — if it fits our criteria, we'll add it to the list.

Muscadine FAQ

What is a muscadine grape, exactly?
It's a grape variety native to the southeastern United States. The resources linked here — including the Wikipedia and USDA references — explain what muscadines are and how they differ from other grapes.
Why are muscadines considered good for you?
This page notes that muscadines are really good for you and points to sources such as Science Daily, the USDA, and the North Carolina Muscadine health facts page for scientific information on their health benefits.
Where can I read more about growing muscadines in Florida?
The IFAS (University of Florida) link here covers muscadine wine, and the UF variety bulletin PDF covers the 'Delicious' muscadine variety. Both are among the recommended resources.
How can I suggest an article for this list?
The page invites readers to send suggestions through the Contact Us page. Articles are added if they meet the site's criteria of providing good scientific information without pushing a product.
Can I visit Loftus Family Farm to pick muscadines?
Yes — Loftus Family Farm is a U-Pick vineyard. Current hours, pricing, and location details are listed in the HOURS & STUFF sidebar and on the Map and About pages.

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Whether you're researching muscadine health benefits or planning a picking trip, this page gathers both in one place. Browse the linked articles for scientific background, then check the hours and directions above before you head out. If you'd like a reminder when the season opens, just reach out through our Contact Us page.