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 A new name for United Way of Roanoke Valley: United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Gene Marrano January 8, 2025 1 min read New Works weekend ahead, Children’s gallery opens and a history museum event Gene Marrano January 8, 2025 1 min read Virginia Energy Sense offers tips to save on heating costs during cold snap Ian Price January 8, 2025