Clair Kauffman News Today

A dozen new apple varieties, apple blotch, and a family of barn owls that helps control voles in the orchard were some of the topics covered at Kauffmans Fruit Farm.

Despite a few caveats, growers find plenty to like about the “manageable” fruit.

While high-density pear trees thrive for Pennsylvania grower Clair Kauffman, the fruit’s most popular variety isn’t in the mix. Not yet at least.

“Returning” is an art installation with a labyrinth and an invitation to connect with nature.

Kauffman Orchards hosted an event Tuesday night for folks who give a hoot about barn owl conservation.

The Bird-in-Hand orchard has a new art installation, called “Returning,” made from “retired” fruit tree branches surrounding a labyrinth.