Georgia Grown: Exploring Ellijay’s Agricultural Roots and Sustainability

Discover the Apple Capital of Georgia! Ellijay is a charming mountain town known for its heritage farms, hiking trails, breathtaking scenery and juicy apples. Join host Darley Newmas as dives into the Apple Capital’s agricultural roots and commitment to sustainability by touring multi-generational family farms like Red Apple Barn and Penland Orchards & Farm Market. Taste Ellijay wines at Roo Mountain vineyards and find out why this area is so good for growing grapes. Taste apple liqueur with Caroline Porsiel at women-owned House of Applejay. Explore a farmstay where you can make furry friends with sheep and lambs at Cress Creeks Farm. Hear from local businesses making a difference in their communities in this Georgia Grown episode. Get more trip itineraires, travel advice, Darley's Revolutionary Road Trip book and more at darley-newman.com