apples

Thirty fruit trees have been planted in New Bedford's new public orchard at Hazelwood Park in an effort to provide residents with fresh, healthy food options.

Picking your own apples is easily one of the favorite pastimes of folks in our area. Not only do you have the chance to meet the farmers responsible for these great little treats, but picking your own apples is a fun way to spend time with your family outdoors.  If you're thinking about taking your family out to the orchard this year, here's a list of great PYO farms in our area.

Tuesday, September 23 officially marks the first day of fall with the Autumnal Equinox. Cue the pumpkin spiced lattes and tall boots! Some people, like myself, are slow to embrace the change. We are hesitant to accept the crisp air and the shorter days...

With the 34th annual Apple and Peach festival being held this weekend in Acushnet, Massachusetts officials say some apple growers are reporting a strong crop and some above-average sized fruit as the picking season begins following a tough 2012.

Apple pickers are descending on New England's orchards for the early varieties as farmers around the region predict a strong rebound from a dismal 2012. Weather conditions have been favorable to apple production this year, with minimal late frosts, a wet early summer and recent dry conditions...

Many apple orchards across New England are facing shortages after a warm spring and late April freeze killed early blossoms.