Preston apple orchard keeping its fruit crisp, even if challenging weather arises

Published: Sep. 9, 2025 at 8:47 AM CDT

PRESTON, Minn. (KTTC) – It’s apple harvesting season in Minnesota, and a local grower is ensuring that his apples are crispier than ever.

Dane Diede, the owner of Blossom Hill Orchard and Farm in Preston, located just off Highway 52, has owned the farm for over 10 years.

KTTC’s Aaliyah Demry visited the orchard to see how it’s keeping its apples safe and ready to eat despite hungry animals and the challenging weather.

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