The Summertime Struggles of Living Near Gebber Farms: A Look at Pesticide Hazards and Their Impact on Summer Fun

By:  Theodore Parchment Summer is here, and the residents of Okanogan County are soaking up the sun and enjoying the great outdoors. However, with the warm weather comes an unexpected concern for those living near Gebber Farms: the potential hazards of pesticide residue from various spraying methods, including aerial and ground-based applications. In this lighthearted… Read More The Summertime Struggles of Living Near Gebber Farms: A Look at Pesticide Hazards and Their Impact on Summer Fun

A Fruitful Chat with "El Poda," the Enigmatic Pruner of Gebber Farms

By:  Theodore Parchment Once upon a sunny day in the picturesque Brewster area, we had the pleasure of interviewing a Mexican seasonal field worker who goes by the nickname “El Poda.” This enigmatic character has been pruning cherry trees for Gebber Farms with unparalleled finesse. Yet behind the veil of mystery, El Poda reveals a… Read More A Fruitful Chat with "El Poda," the Enigmatic Pruner of Gebber Farms