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America's Heartland

New York Apple Harvest

Season 19 Episode 3 | 26m 30s

Forget New York City! A “Big Apple” tradition at this Empire State location is all about the tasty fruit. An Ohio farm family finds new ways to market their products to overseas consumers. Carrots are good for you – and tasty, thanks to this Farm to Fork carrot soup recipe. A father and son farming team brings new ideas to their Virginia operation.

Aired: 04/19/26
Funding for America’s Heartland is provided by US Soy, Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education, Rural Development Partners, and a Specialty Crop Grant from the California Department of Food and Agriculture.
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