Apple Annie’s Offerings

COMMENTARY

• Weekend green chili roast event offering fresh roasted chilis
• Features a country store, seasonal orchard bakery and fresh produce farm
• Sweet corn and melons are pre-picked and not included for picking
• Farms like Apple Annie’s connect consumers to local farms and fresh produce

Family Farm Operation

COMMENTARY

• Mandy talks about how high elevation and microclimates create specific growing challenges
• Family involvement is key to the farm’s operation and sustainability
• The Taste Of Summer event features peach treats from donuts to milkshakes
• Sharing a popular recipe with visitors for apple cider syrup

Agricultural Diversity

COMMENTARY

• Cochise County showcases a diverse ag community from nuts and grains to wine
• Arizona agriculture provides an annual supply of fresh produce
• Water conservation is high priority using advanced irrigation practices
• Plan a trip to Apple Annie’s and come hungry

RESOURCE

• Become a member of the Arizona Farm Bureau for $59/year and support local farming
• Fill Your Plate.org for farms, markets and recipes