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Paradise, PA 17562
5766-5768 White Oak Rd, Paradise, PA 17562
Scottdale, PA 15683
224 Hedgedus Rd, Scottdale, PA 15683
Ringtown, PA 17967
129 Strawberry Ln, Ringtown, PA 17967
Dover, PA 17315
6621 Bluebird Ln, Dover, PA 17315
Kennett Square, PA 19348
1079 Wawaset Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348
Bellefonte, PA 16823
494 Benner Rd, Bellefonte, PA 16823
New Holland, PA 17557
383 Springville Rd, New Holland, PA 17557
Linden, PA 17744
35 Riverview Rd, Linden, PA 17744
Perkasie, PA 18944
98 Moyer Rd, Perkasie, PA 18944
Williamsburg, PA 16693
615 Flowing Springs Rd, Williamsburg, PA 16693
Spring Glen, PA 17978
7922 PA-25, Spring Glen, PA 17978
Dallas, PA 18612
444 Brace Rd, Dallas, PA 18612
Pennsylvania farming began with Native Americans who grew corn, beans, and squash in forest clearings. European settlers, especially Germans, brought advanced farming techniques and planted apple orchards that still produce fruit today. Pennsylvania became known for its fertile soil and diverse farming, growing everything from wheat to mushrooms. The state's location made it important for feeding growing cities like Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.
Pennsylvania has many different farming regions from the Appalachian Mountains to the fertile valleys in between. Lancaster County and southeastern Pennsylvania have some of the richest soil in America. The climate varies from north to south but generally has warm summers and cold winters with enough rain for crops. Rivers and valleys provide good conditions for different types of farming.
Pennsylvania apples are ready to pick from August through November when orchards throughout the state produce dozens of different varieties. You can pick peaches in summer when they're sweet and juicy from Pennsylvania's warm weather. Strawberries ripen in June and are perfect for making jam or eating fresh. The state also grows great pumpkins, sweet corn, and berries.
Summer and fall are the best times to visit Pennsylvania farms when peaches, apples, and other crops are ripe. Fall is especially popular for apple picking when the leaves are changing colors in the mountains. Many farms are in beautiful areas with rolling hills, valleys, and historic buildings. Pennsylvania has many Amish farms that offer unique experiences and traditional farming methods.
July-August for peaches, September-October for apples
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