![]() On Thursday, early trading was both up and down, showing signs of high volatility. wheat futures prices on soft red winter wheat – they were up 20 cents Tuesday and up 55 cents most of Wednesday. It also pulled out of a key agreement that allowed the export of Ukrainian grain. This week, Russia bombed key Ukrainian ports – crippling major wheat exports. “Then, our government and everyone else takes care of the pricing. “There’s not much I can do, except for taking care of the farm the best I can,” Leber said. Still, he’s spent more on this crop – his fuel, seed and fertilizer have been set at the highest prices he’s ever seen. Today, Leber is getting a bit more money for his fall-planted, soft, white wheat than even days ago. He listens to the hiss of his grain getting sucked up into the bins, at the Northwest Grain Growers co-op. Most memorable, however, are the apple cider doughnuts.Jeff Leber of Umapine, Oregon, stands in the baking sun. Most famous for their Core Vodka, made from apples of course, they have a variety of must-taste spirits including Rare Pear Brandy and Cornelius Applejack. ![]() The old-fashioned stand also offers apple cider, a fantastic selection of jams, maple syrup and other local goods.įor our adult readers the farm has a micro-distillery on site. All of the varieties are also available for purchase in the stand, if picking doesnt suit your schedule. If you like to pick your own, there are over fifteen varieties in the expansive orchard. The farm, in Valatie, New York, has been providing the Hudson Valley with apples for 55 years. ![]() For those who want an ultimate apple experience, this weeks Berkshire Styles favorite thing, Golden Harvest Farms, is the place. There are few things more magical than New England Fall it means cozy sweaters, falling leaves, cool breezes, hearty soups and most importantly apples.
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