Next up on our tour, nestled among the cherries, peaches, and strawberries, one farm stands out for its rich color, global nostalgia, and superfruit status: Very Mulberry, the largest Himalayan mulberry U-pick farm in the United States.
Newly planted in 2018, the farm began as a dream for founder Anil Godhwani, who purchased the land with a CFT conservation easement in place and has since grown Habitera Farms into an 84-acre oasis in Brentwood, now welcoming tens of thousands of visitors every season.
A Fruit Meant to Be Picked
Himalayan mulberries are delicate—so soft and juicy, they barely last more than four days after being picked. This fragility makes them almost impossible to find in grocery stores, but perfect for a hands-on, farm-fresh experience.
“The fruit really wants to be U-picked,” says Godhwani. “We respect that.”
Very Mulberry’s season stretches over 7–8 weeks, with trees ripening gradually. Families are invited to pick at their own pace, using custom-designed berry catchers that make harvesting easy and fun, especially for kids. It’s not unusual to find multigenerational families wandering the orchard, swapping stories of mulberry trees from childhoods in India, Greece, Iran, or China.
A Place for Everyone
What started small has grown quickly. In just a few short years, the farm has welcomed visitors from over 50 countries, and it’s not slowing down. On a single holiday weekend, they hosted over 14,000 guests.
To serve that growing crowd, the team is planning new experiences: shaded picnic areas, food and drink stations, music, and even the “Very Mulberry Express,” a berry-themed train ride for kids. The vision is to create a summer destination for families, where agriculture meets joy and culture.
“We want to make this a place where memories are made,” says Godhwani.
“We want to make this a place where memories are made.”
Rooted in Brentwood’s Community
Very Mulberry is more than just a destination; it’s becoming a vital part of the Brentwood fabric. The farm partners with local nonprofit Harvest Time to connect with other growers, hosts bloggers and influencers to promote local agriculture, and recently launched Heroes Week, offering free admission and berries to veterans, nurses, firefighters, and law enforcement.
Additionally, the farm sits on a permanent agricultural easement, protected in partnership with the California Farmland Trust to ensure this land remains farmland forever. It’s a model for preserving open space while cultivating modern, inclusive agritourism.
Brentwood’s Berry Future
As Brentwood grows, so does its identity as a farming-forward city with deep roots and fresh flavor. Very Mulberry brings something rare and meaningful to that mix. A globally loved fruit, locally grown and shared with care.
This isn’t just a U-pick farm. It’s a love letter to nature, heritage, and the people who gather here.
Learn more or plan your visit at verymulberry.com