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Farm hand Mike Nyberg checks on the progress of the strawberries in his field at Haliburton Farm. Nyberg started as a student at the farm

PHOTO: Farmers work the field at Haliburton Farm

Haliburton Farm stand begins selling fresh produce in May.

Apr. 24, 2012 4:00 p.m.
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Haliburton Farm stand opens in May.

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