Mack's Apples
42°51′30.4″N 71°22′10.7″W / 42.858444°N 71.369639°W
 Mack's Apples' logo | |
| Type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Farming |
| Founded | 1732 |
| Founder | John Mack |
| Headquarters | 230 Mammoth Rd, , United States |
| Key people | Andrew Mack Jr., co-owner Carol Mack, co-owner |
| Website | macksapples |
Mack's Apples (also known as Moose Hill Orchards) is a farm and orchard in Londonderry, New Hampshire, United States. It is the oldest family-run farm in the state, having been run by the Mack family for eight generations until its sale in 2021.[1][2]
History
[edit]The farm was founded in 1732 when John Mack emigrated from Londonderry, Ireland, to Londonderry, New Hampshire.[3] In the 1800s, the family began to concentrate on growing apples, and the farm was formally registered as a business in 1962.[3][4][5] The farm eliminated its wholesale operations in the early 2000s.[6] In 2015, Andy Mack Sr. transferred ownership to his son, Andy Mack Jr., and his daughter-in-law, Carol Mack.[5]
In 2021, after eight generations of Mack family ownership, the farm was sold to MHO Acquisitions LLC who intend to continue operating the orchard.[7]
Operations
[edit]Mack's Apples operates on approximately 400 acres (160 ha) of land in the center of Londonderry, with 100 acres (40 ha) devoted to apples.[8][3] The farm store sells numerous varieties of apples, as well as peaches, pumpkins, squash, maple syrup, and honey.[8] The farm also runs a pick-your-own apples offering and an ice cream stand.[8]
The town of Londonderry has purchased conservation easements to help preserve the farm as green space, including a 23-acre parcel of orchard land along Pillsbury Road.[3][9][10]
The farm is a frequent stop for liberal politicians visiting Londonderry, including Barack Obama on three occasions, Kamala Harris, Joe Biden, Bernie Sanders, and members of the Bush family.[11][12] Andy Mack Sr. often places signs on the property supporting progressive issues.[13]
Gallery
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Orchard shed
Farm road and apple trees
Farmers' market interior
Farmers' market exterior
Fields in October
Pumpkin field
Picnic area and stream
One of several sheep
References
[edit]- ↑ Brindley, Michael (August 10, 2015). "Mack's Apples In Londonderry Passed On To Eighth Generation Of Mack Family". New Hampshire Public Radio. Retrieved 7 November 2018.
- ↑ Paul, Chris (2024-11-09). "Local Farming Legacy Ends with Andy Mack Passing". Londonderry Times. Retrieved 2026-05-07.
- 1 2 3 4 Coles, Barbara (October 2013). "When You Can Pick-Your-Own at Mack's Apples". New Hampshire Magazine. Retrieved 8 November 2018.
- ↑ "Moose Hill Orchards, Inc". State of New Hampshire. Retrieved 8 November 2018.
- 1 2 Woods, Kaitlyn (August 5, 2015). "Andy Mack Jr. is New Owner of Mack's Moose Hill Orchards". The Londonderry Times. Retrieved 8 November 2018.
- ↑ Barrick, Daniel (March 13, 2010). "Another bite of the apple". The Keene Sentinel. Retrieved 8 November 2018.
- ↑ Huss, Julie. "Mack's Apples property sold". The Eagle-Tribune. Retrieved 2021-12-23.
- 1 2 3 "About Us". Mack's Apples. 10 September 2015. Retrieved 8 November 2018.
- ↑ "Town of Londonderry, New Hampshire Comprehensive Master Plan" (PDF). Londonderry, NH. November 20, 2012. Retrieved 8 November 2018.
- ↑ "Mack's Apples property sold". Yahoo News. 2021-05-09. Retrieved 2026-05-07.
- ↑ LoGiurato, Brett (August 20, 2012). "Obama Visited This Apple Farm, But Management Is Still Upset About His 'You Didn't Build That' Speech". Business Insider. Retrieved 7 November 2018.
- ↑ Lessard, Ryan (2019-09-06). "Kamala Harris returns to New Hampshire for outdoor town hall". UnionLeader.com. Retrieved 2026-05-07.
- ↑ Huss, Julie (October 10, 2018). "Gubernatorial hopeful pays apple farm a visit". The Eagle-Tribune. Retrieved 7 November 2018.