Tom Range of Braeutigam Orchards said his family now grows 28 acres of pumpkins—up from a half-acre 40 years ago—with about 160 varieties of pumpkins, gourds, and squash available to meet local demand. The sixth-generation farmer also runs cattle, corn, and soybean operations to support the expanding business.
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Dutch Bros coffee will open its first Illinois drive-thru location — serving customers at 2475 Troy Road on Wednesday.
Starting Friday, Eckert's Farms will offer pumpkin picking at its Belleville, Millstadt and Grafton farms for $0.79 per pound with a field pass purchase—guests will also enjoy apple picking and fall events such as Jack’s Lighted Trail and Ecktoberfest through October.
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