Owners Kelsey and Jeremy Smith established Lively Grove Farms in 2018, rooted in nearly 200 years of combined farming heritage. They spent three years growing, learning, and preparing before opening to the public for their first u-pick season in 2021. The farm has expanded its offerings over the years, including blueberries in 2022, group tours in 2023, Champanel grapes and peaches in 2025, and a u-pick garden with vegetables, herbs, and flowers in 2026. It is a multi-generational, women-owned and veteran-owned small business dedicated to connecting families with the land and clean food. They are currently preparing for the 2026 season, anticipating opening in early June. The farm is entering its sixth season in 2026 and is fuller than ever. They are excited to introduce their first u-pick Pick Garden featuring fresh vegetables, herb beds, and rows of flowers for you to gather yourself. They also offer guided farm tours for social groups, school groups, and homeschool co-ops, as well as photography reservations. The farm is located at 720 Danford Road SE, Bolivia, NC 28422, between Highway 17 and 87, approximately 20 minutes from Leland, 25 minutes from Wilmington, and 20 minutes from Oak Island. They can be reached by call or text at 910-408-2316 or email at livelygrovefarms@gmail.com. They also have a presence on Facebook and Instagram. The website was developed by Cape Fear Design. Copyright © 2026 Lively Grove Farms. They are currently preparing for the 2026 season and anticipate opening in early June. Official hours and availability will be posted here as soon as they are confirmed. They grow blueberries, blackberries, peaches, grapes and their first u-pick garden will offer veggies, herbs and flowers. They are currently preparing for the 2026 season and anticipate opening in early June. Official hours and availability will be posted here as soon as they are confirmed. They grow blueberries, blackberries, peaches, grapes and their first u-pick garden will offer
