When most people think about apple orchards, they picture spring blossoms  or fall harvest . Winter feels quiet and still. But as a grower, winter is one of the most important times of year to protect our trees, especially from deer. Our 7th generation family farm  has tried a number of different methods to deter deer over the years. One of our past strategies may work best for the backyard apple grower. If snow covers the ground and natural food sources disappear, apple tre