The Orchardist Who Wouldn't Dig Up His Trees
In 2012, Tom Krueger planted three hundred Honeycrisp apple trees on his small orchard outside Bayfield, Wisconsin. His neighbors were already harvesting established varieties and...
This is stories & illustrations, drawing on James 5:7-10.
In 2012, Tom Krueger planted three hundred Honeycrisp apple trees on his small orchard outside Bayfield, Wisconsin. His neighbors were already harvesting established varieties and turning profits at the farmers' market. Tom's trees stood bare and spindly against the snow, producing nothing. For three full years, Tom pruned, sprayed, fertilized, and waited. Friends suggested he pull the trees and plant something faster.…
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