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A window to apples, pies and other sites
At Apple of Your Pie our focus is on apples and, of course, apple pies. However, there are companies, organizations, associations related to apples, history, agriculture etc. that are worth visiting. Here are the ones we have found.
If you would like to be included here, or if you know of an organization that other people would find interesting, that would improve this listing, let us know.
Agriculture and Farm Bureau Sites
Massachusetts Department of Food and Agriculture www.massgrown.org
Massachusetts Association of Roadside Stands: www.massfarmstands.com
Commercial and Reference Sites
American Pie Council: great information on commercial aspects of pie making and promotion: www.piecouncil.org
USApple Association: www.usapple.org
Massachusetts Fruit Growers Association: www.massfruitgrowers.org
The Apple Journal is an excellent site where you can link to many orchards around the country. www.applejournal.com
Cooking-Resource.com: A good source for cooking informtion and recipes: www.cooking-resource.com
Great cinnamon for your pie can be found at www.penzeys.com
Apple and Historical Reference, Botanical
Apple Tasting at Old Sturbridge Village, Massachusetts
Sturbridge Village offers the unique experience of apple tasting classes, where you can taste antique apples and learn about their history. Also, Old Sturbridge is a source for antique apples trees. Call for information and schedules (508) 347-3362, or visit their site, http://www.osv.org
Tower Hill Botanical Gardens
A great place to visit, this is a modern facility with beautiful gardens, orchards, a climate controlled greenhouse, restaurant and gift shop. Tower hill also has one of the best libraries for anything related to plants and horticulture. They are located in Boylston, Massachusetts and can be found on the web at: http://www.towerhillbg.org/
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