Orchard tour in Shelburne highlights importance of local farmers State representatives, farmers and others involved in agriculture take an apple blossom tour of Apex Orchards in Shelburne on Tuesday to discuss the importance of farms and food systems. STAFF PHOTO/PAUL FRANZ State Rep. Natalie Blais, D-Sunderland, welcomes Kimberly and Chip Hager of Hager’s Farm Market to speak about their farming experiences bef a tour of Apex Orchards in Shelburne on Tuesday. STAFF PHOTO/PAUL FRANZ State Rep. Natalie Blais, D-Sunderland, and Apex Orchards owner Tim Smith welcome guests in Shelburne on Tuesday. STAFF PHOTO/PAUL FRANZ State representatives, farmers and others involved in agriculture take an apple blossom tour of Apex Orchards in Shelburne on Tuesday to discuss the importance of farms and food systems. STAFF PHOTO/PAUL FRANZ