Monthly Archives: August 2011

Update for last week of August

As we head into the last week of August, several days of cool weather have already hinted that Fall is not far away.   We’re getting prepared since fall is when we have our largest harvests of apples and grapes.  We’re … Continue reading

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Mid August Update

Welcome Racers:  We want to welcome all of the racers and volunteers participating in the Three Rivers Triathlon/Duathlon on Saturday, August 20th.  Good luck to each of you and know that when you are finished, there will be fresh apples, … Continue reading

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So where are the peaches and U-Pick tomatoes??

So where are the peaches and U-Pick tomatoes?? We wish we knew!  Both are taking forever to get ready.    Even despite the hot/humid days of July, most of the fruit here and in the rest of the state is running … Continue reading

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Happy August

Finally, a break from the heat and humidity that took its toll on everyone and our crops too.   Even the “hot weather” crops seemed to rebel!!   The largest problem this has caused is  our fruit/vegetables molding/spoiling due to the hot-wet … Continue reading

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