Ever wonder how fruit farmers prepare young orchard rows for grass seeding? 🌱🚜 In this video, we’re putting our John Deere 4050 and a Perfecta cultivator to work as we get our newly established orchard ready for its next big step. Follow along as we explain how and why we’re cultivating the soil ...

It’s finally happening—we’re breaking ground for a brand-new barn here on the farm! 🚜 This barn will serve as a critical space for storing our apple boxes and farm equipment, especially during harvest and the off-season. It’s something we’ve been planning for a while, and we're excited to bring y...

In this video, We put our new John Deere 4455 to the test as we tackle the challenge of grinding up cherry wood from a long winter of pruning. Watch as we use our Rear Pull Flail Grinder to efficiently clear 600 acres this spring. It’s the perfect solution for brush removal, brush grinding, and b...

In today’s video, Join me as I head out to pick up a tractor disc we won at a farm auction! But the real question is — will my pickup truck be able to handle it and get it home without any issues? Tune in to find out! 🚚✨

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Welcome to Pomes and Stones! In today’s video, we’re going over the essential dos and don’ts of pruning young apple trees during the winter months. Whether you're growing Honeycrisp, Jonagold, Ambrosia, or Gala apples, understanding the best pruning techniques is crucial for promoting healthy gro...

Welcome to another day on our Michigan fruit farm! In this video, we tackle some major farm organization and improvement projects. Watch as we dive into the process of reorganizing our farm shop, making space for future projects, and working on our tractor and harvest equipment. We also take on t...

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at our honey bee operation on our Michigan apple and cherry farm! In this video, we’re sharing the journey of our hardworking bees as they travel from Michigan to Florida and California, helping to pollinate various crops along the way.

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Root Stock To Apple Trees: 2024 Growing Season In One Video!!!
The 2024 growing season at our 10,000 apple tree nursery has come to an end! In this video, we take you step-by-step through the entire process of growing apple trees from scratch, starting with rootstock planting all the way to chip...

What happened to my John Deere tractor? Find out in this video as we dive into the surprising breakdown of our tractor and what caused it to split in two! Not only that, but we're also tackling another big issue at our farm shop—a massive hydraulic leak on our Hitachi excavator. This video gives ...

In this video, We take you step-by-step through the process of installing a deer fence on our farm to protect our crops in 2025. As farmers, we know the importance of safeguarding our harvest from wildlife, especially deer, who can damage crops and threaten our food supply. With the right tools a...

In this video, we take you step-by-step through the process of installing a deer fence on our farm to protect our crops in 2025. As farmers, we know the importance of safeguarding our harvest from wildlife, especially deer, who can damage crops and threaten our food supply. With the right tools a...

In this video, we had big plans to start building a deer fence around the farm, but Mother Nature had other ideas! 🌨️ With a massive 4-day snowstorm rolling in, our team had to pivot and make the most of the unexpected snow. Watch as we bring in not one, but two excavators to tackle snow removal,...

In this video, we take you through the process of planting 80 acres of tart Montmorency cherries in Michigan, a prime location for one of the most popular fruit crops in the U.S. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or a newcomer to agriculture, this step-by-step guide will provide valuable insights ...

In this video, we take you behind the scenes to show how it's possible to plant 18,000 apple trees in just one day! Watch as we use advanced farming equipment, including tractors, to make it happen efficiently and sustainably. Learn how innovative farming techniques and sustainable agriculture pr...

in this video, we showcase the effective use of two tractors on our farm to prepare the land for planting fruit trees in just two weeks! Join us as we demonstrate the step-by-step process of land preparation, highlighting the benefits of using multiple tractors and implements to increase efficien...

🌳 Clearing Trees for a New Deer Fence | Protecting My Fruit Trees in 2025 🦌

In this video, I’ll take you through the essential steps of clearing trees along my property line to prepare for a new deer fence. As I work to protect my fruit trees from hungry deer, I’ll share tips, tools, and techniq...

Welcome to Pomes and Stones! In today’s video, we dive into the vital roles of three key jobs in agriculture: discing, spreading lime, and picking rocks. These tasks may seem simple, but they play a crucial part in maintaining healthy soil and successful crop production. These three jobs are esse...

Welcome to Pomes and Stones! This week we dive into the Ups and Downs of growing apples in Michigan! In this video, I reveal my biggest fruit farming mistake when it comes to apple farming. Learn from my experience to avoid making the same mistake on your own fruit farm!

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Welcome back to Pomes and Stones! In this video, we are checking in on the farm fruit tree nursery! Earlier this year we started our very own apple tree nursery with 10,000 trees! Starting with the planting of the root stock to grafting the fruit bud from our cyan wood! This week we are jumping b...

🍏 Epic Apple Picking Day at Cherry Ke! 🍏

We Have started to fruit this week on the farm! Join us for a day of picking apples on the farm! harvesting fruit can be a complicated job, so be sure to watch how YOUR FRUIT gets from the farm to table!

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🍎 Apple Harvesting Adventure in Michigan’s Beautiful Orchards! 🍏

Welcome to Pomes And Stones! In today’s video, we’re taking you on an immersive journey through Cherry Bay Orchards stunning apple orchards during the peak of the harvest season. Join us as we explore the beauty of apple farming, e...

Welcome to Pomes and Stones! In today’s video, we dive into the process of rebuilding some farm equipment! We have a broken frame on a spray truck that needs serious attention! Whether you’re interested in farming or rebuilding and restoring broken and old farm equipment and machinery, we’ve got ...

Discover the Art of Harvesting Raw Honey from Honeybees

Unlock the secrets of pure, natural sweetness with our expert guide on harvesting raw honey from honeybees. Whether you're a seasoned beekeeper or a curious beginner, our comprehensive resources provide everything you need to know. Learn th...

Welcome to Pomes and Stones! In this video, we dive into how to grow apple trees from scratch! Whether you're looking to learn about how an orchard nursery is established to how rootstocks are grafted into making a completely new plant, get tips on how to grow apples trees, or explore what it tak...