We got to visit Apple Haven Orchard in Hendersonville, NC — home of Eddie Lyda and his 48 varieties of apples (not to mention the peaches, pears, and cherries…).
In this video, Eddie, a sixth generation apple farmer, tells us a little bit of his story.
Earth Fare Web Video Series: Your Food Comes From Here – Apple Haven Orchard
This was wonderful. What a moment in time. Thank you for sharing this story. It is outstanding. …eat NC fruit. I felt like I was standing in the apple orchard with him. Wow! What a beautiful person.
Shannon Hankes
July 27th, 2010 at 8:57 pmpermalink
Thanks, Shannon! It was a real treat to be able to visit Apple Haven – just gorgeous! And you’re right- they’re great people
earthfare
July 28th, 2010 at 9:28 ampermalink
This story turned out fabulous! This is my father and our Apple Orchards. Watching this reminded me of how lucky I am to have grown up here and how unique our NC fruits are! The produce that comes from the WNC Mountains is truly special and flavorful.
Brittney Lyda
July 29th, 2010 at 2:10 pmpermalink
Thanks, Brittney! It was such a treat to meet you and your dad. You guys are truly something special
earthfare
July 29th, 2010 at 3:10 pmpermalink
I have driven from Florida to buy apples from Eddie every fall for the last 10 years. I especially love the older varieties he grows… you know, the ones you’ll never find in stores. He’s a great farmer with a great product, and it’s wonderful to get a few minutes to talk to him about apples. Truly a nice man.
Clarke
August 25th, 2010 at 7:03 ampermalink
@Clarke, thank you! Eddie was incredible, and I know he appreciates your loyalty. We’re glad to have him as a part of our local family of producers.
earthfare
August 25th, 2010 at 10:19 ampermalink
It is great to have local apples. It would be wonderful if they are organic. Are they?
Phoebe
September 8th, 2010 at 4:56 pmpermalink
What do you do with the Honeycrisp apples? Are they for eating, canning, or what?? Thanks and God Blees you and you family and workers! Billie G.
Billie Gerstenberger
September 8th, 2010 at 5:52 pmpermalink
@Phoebe, these apples are not organic.
@Billie, I know Honeycrisp apples are delicious to eat! I’ve never tried canning them before.
earthfare
September 9th, 2010 at 7:44 ampermalink