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.

IT'S SPRINGTIME ON THE FARM......a taste of summer brings sunny skies with a high of 85°.....We have been PLANTING YOUR FUTURE APPLES!!...

A warm rainy day brings the first major apple scab infection, moisture to the roots and lots of new growth. Does this month have an “R”...