Bedford orchard sees apples ripen early, hit the ground and lose value Evan Jones October 2, 2017 1 min read (AP photo) October is the month when apple picking is supposed to be at its peak, but if one Bedford County orchard’s experience is any indication, many apples hit the ground in recent weeks before anyone could pick them. More from WFIR’s Evan Jones. Share: Continue Reading Previous: Another Community Conversation on opioid crisisNext: Dr. Park Park operator address security there Related Stories 1 min read USA Cycling Endurance Championships arrive next month in Roanoke Gene Marrano June 17, 2025 1 min read Dems, GOP will pick candidates for House of Delegates and/or state offices in primary Gene Marrano June 16, 2025 2 min read Sen. Kaine files War Powers Resolution to prevent war with Iran Clark Palmer June 16, 2025