Mackey's Orchards

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

A guide to the apples at your local orchard

Know Your Apple [Infographic]

There are many varieties of apples grown in many different places. Here's a quick guide on which apple is good for baking, cooking, and just plain eating.

Why I Don’t Drink Budweiser…and Why I’m Not Alone

Budweiser has always been far more about marketing than beer. The founder of Anheuser Busch, Adolphus Busch, refused to drink his own brew, calling it “that slop” (he was German, of cou…

How To Prune Your Fruit Trees

A simple way to prune your fruit trees during the winter.

Orchard attracting many visitors this fall

LEVANT -- Fall is in full swing, and many people are taking advantage of the beautiful weather to enjoy some traditional seasonal activities. People of all ages have been visiting Treworgy Family Orchards to take

Orchard Owners Reveal the Genius Apple Picking Tips You Need for Fall

Why Are Almond Growers Uprooting Their Orchards?

The double whammy of drought and water regulations has led some farmers to sacrifice thirsty crops—with visually striking consequences.

Why Italian Apple Farmers Are Coating Their Orchards in Ice

Freezing the trees, blossoms and all, may be the only way to save the crop.

Why read The Apple Orchard?

Discover why The Apple Orchard by Susan Wiggs is such a great book to read.

Orcharding Care and Ideas

Red raspberries can produce two crops a year, one in summer and one in fall if taken care of correctly. For pruning information, contact Grimm's Gardens!

How P.E.I. orchards are using an apple wall to boost production

Two P.E.I. orchards are experimenting with a new way of growing apples that growers expect will double their production.

Is it Middle Earth? Or Port Orchard?

Venture beyond the plants for sale at The Brother's Greenhouses in Port Orchard and you'll discover a hobbit house.

This is what it takes to run a Hill Country peach orchard

A look at the innovation and hard work that is keeping peach orchards in business, despite challenges.

How about them apples! Orchard more energy-efficient

A business near Sunbury recently changed its lighting, not only saving energy and money but improving employee morale.

Is Medical Imaging Radiation a Concern?

Are X-rays, nuclear imaging, and CT scans really safe? Here’s what you need to know before getting tested.

The Time Is Ripe for Peaches (and Love?) at Ham Orchards

Get out to Ham Orchards soon for a fresh bushel of peaches along with any number or other food items chock full of succulent fruit.

How Orchard Recycling Can Benefit Your Future Crops

With the assistance of horizontal grinders, there are better ways to dispose of orchard waste which can actually improve the health of your future crop.

When a growing orchard needs the right lender

Paid Advertisement When growers, farmers and ranchers look for service and product suppliers to help them achieve their business goals and dreams, they look for people who know the industry — peopl…

Build a rustic orchard bee house

With all the talk about the threat to our honey bees, it is easy to…