Central Pennsylvania is experiencing its second heat wave of the summer, and farmers are facing the challenges that come with it.
Lancaster County is experiencing moderate drought conditions, and Corey McLeaf, the co-owner of Cherry Hill Orchard in Pequea Township, says the heat and lack of rain will mean sweeter yet smaller fruit.
"Here at the orchard, dry season means sweet, good fruit," McLeaf said. "The fruit may not be as large, but it is real good and sweet in a dry air."
Mcleaf says the recent drought conditions mean the juice of his fruit is in high demand from unwanted customers.
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