by Annika Sampson | Apr 29, 2024
Jonagolds with a robust full bloom This week we’re doing all the things! Weeds are growing, trees are blooming, fruit is setting, scab spores are afloat, deer are browsing, future plantings are being planned and cover crop fields are being prepped! We are rapidly...
by Annika Sampson | Apr 25, 2024
This blog was first published by Alluvial Farms on April 24 2024 and is republished here with permission. Spring is a time of transformation, where nature awakens from its winter slumber, and life bursts forth in vibrant hues. It’s a season of renewal, and what...
by Annika Sampson | Apr 22, 2024
A Betty Peach at fruit set! This week we’re seeing early fruit set on a number of crops across the farm: peaches, plums, pears, and some gooseberries. Things are leafing out in the orchards and we’re still a good way ahead of last year in terms of development....
by Annika Sampson | Apr 15, 2024
First visible fruit of the year. Tiny little plums just after bloom. Despite a chilly cloudy start to this week, we are expecting some of the warmest temps we’ve had thus far by the end of the week. Temps in the high 60s should send most of the apples into full...
by Annika Sampson | Apr 8, 2024
Imperial White Currant in flower This week is starting off with some cold, blustery weather that, if you weren’t looking at the blossoms out in the field, would make you think we were back in February again. Still managing to avoid any frosts thus far. Speaking of...
