I have been reading about the arsenate in the ground of Huntfield because of apple tree orchard productions of the past. Is Cloverdale contaminated?
Reply: I am prompted to send this summary to you after reading your FAQ comments, re: the arsenic contamination issue.” Laboratory tests were conducted on my property by methods approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or variations of these EPA methods.” reprint by permission – July 15, 2001 A: Personally, I have learned that all retired orchards have contamination of a variety of chemicals, that the chemicals leach out after many years. The safety and taste value of the fruit is not diminished though it cannot be sold commercially. Cloverdale was in deed part of the original orchard plat of about 1,000 acres remaining opposite from our community at Interstate 340 and Old Route 340 For example you can read about similar questions and findings at Barber’s Orchard or contact the Environmental Protection Agency for more information from their website.
