Early Life in Massachusetts John Chapman, famously known as Johnny Appleseed, holds a lasting place in American agricultural history. Born in September 1774 in Massachusetts, Chapman grew up in a bustling household with 11 younger siblings. From an early age, he developed a passion for horticulture. At the age of 13, with the guidance and support of his father, Chapman …
Agri View: Tree Fruit Standard
Everett Griner talks about why the tree fruit crops are not up to standards in today’s Agri View. I think it is safe to say that most of us are all happy with last winter’s weather. It was a mild winter, to say the least. But, it proved costly to fruit farmers all along the southern tier of …

