Fresh Apples and Grapes from Osito Orchard
Bringing in over 30 years of knowledge and experience
in agriculture, Frank Stonaker and his wife Beth Karsberg are no
strangers to organic farming. Formerly a professor of horticulture at
CSU, Stonaker recently took over ownership and care of a spot of
land, which has been an orchard for over 100 years, located
outside of Hotchkiss, Colorado .
Considered "30 acres of paradise" Stonaker
is enjoying his new position as production manager of Osito Orchard. His wife Beth, and
her extensive experience in business and customer service, make them
a great team!
Purchased in 2013, Frank and Beth are in the second year
transitioning their land to organic production. They practice
sustainable methods for maintaining fertility and soil health, and
non-toxic pest control methods, all approved by National Organic Program
standards. Osito Orchard is situated in Delta
County, where 29 certified organic farms currently exist. Osito
Orchard will proudly be added as one more certified organic farm to
the Delta County list next year!
Located at the foot of Grand Mesa, they benefit from endless sunny
days and cool mountain nights; a perfect recipe for producing ripe,
juicy fruit. Hotchkiss is not only home to the orchard, but to the
many "ositos" or "little bears" that live near
by, making it the perfect name for the orchard.
Positioned high on a hilltop, growing
conditions aren't the only thing that makes Osito Orchard unique. Their produce
selection is unmatched, as they are one of the only farms in Colorado
to grow grapes!
Osito Orchard apples and grapes are
now available through SOURCE. Of Osito Orchard's 10 different apple
varieties; Gala, Jonathan, and Black Jonathan are in stock and ready
to ship. Grape offerings include Mars, similar in taste to a Concord
grape; Reliance, larger and sweeter than your average Champagne
grape; and Candice, the sweetest of the grapes. Recently planted
Neptune green table grapes will soon mature to complement these
established red table grape varieties.
Frank and Beth feel as though their dreams are coming
true with an opportunity to produce fruits that are wholesome and
responsibly grown. They take pride in their product and encourage
anyone in the area to stop by and enjoy everything Osito Orchard has to offer!
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