The Big Apple is currently owned and run by John Morse and his wife Peg. Today the farm boasts 24 varieties of apples, 28 types of farm fresh vegetables, blueberry and raspberry arbors, pumpkin patches, and a wonderful bakery in the store. The Big Apple, as it is known today, has been owned and operated by the Morse family since 1950. The actual farm name is Pine Hedge Orchards but people began calling it The Big Apple because of the large carved wooden apple that hung above the entrance to the barn. The namesake carved Apple can still be seen hanging as you enter the farm stand today! The different owners have created a rich history.