Science, Cider and the Cultivated Apple!
A regional symposium exploring the science of apple cultivation, heirloom preservation, and the craft of cider.
Join us for CULTIVATED: New England Apple Tree Symposium—a two-day celebration of heirloom apples, orchard innovation, and the deep-rooted legacy of pomology. Explore the Frank L. Harrington, Sr. Orchard with expert orchardists and NEBG horticulturists, taste rare and flavourful apple cultivars, and dive into essential topics like rootstock selection, integrated pest management, and genetic preservation.
Cap off the weekend with an optional off-site cider trail—featuring a guided tasting at a local craft cidery: Ragged Hill Cider. So, whether you're a home grower, a cider enthusiast, or simply curious about the science behind your favourite fruit, this immersive experience offers engaging lectures, hands-on tastings, and behind-the-scenes orchard access.