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As the weather gets colder, Minnesotans are heading to apple orchards to pick some of their favorite varieties. And there are many to choose from: Honeycrisp, Haralson, SweeTango and Honeygold are 

 that were bred and now grow in Minnesota. 

MPR News host Angela Davis explores the history of apples in Minnesota, why they grow so well here, the development of different apple varieties and the best ways to prepare and eat the fruit with an apple breeder, an orchard owner and a chef.

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Whether you prefer Honeycrisp, Haralsons or SweeTango, apples are a symbol of autumn in Minnesota. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with an apple breeder, an orchard owner and a chef about breeding, growing and eating the iconic fruit.

As the weather gets colder, Minnesotans are heading to apple orchards to pick some of their favorite varieties. MPR News with Angela Davis - MPR News host Angela Davis explores the history of apples in Minnesota, why the grow so well here, the development of different apple varieties and the best ways to prepare and eat the fruit with an apple breeder, an orchard owner and a chef.

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