Celebrating strawberry season in Pennsylvania

• Asia Tabb
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  Asia Tabb is the Host and Producer for WITF’s The Spark.
  
  She began her start in radio when she joined legendary radio/ host producer, Doc Christian. She worked closely with Doc for her role on “The Gospel Express, on WHOV 88.1 FM and was a host for “Unrestricted Praise” at Praise FM.
  
  Previously she was an anchor in Shreveport, Louisiana at KTAL/KMSS. Asia also worked as a Multi-Media Journalist at WHP-TV here in Harrisburg, PA.
  
  Asia got her break into news at KTVO in Ottumwa, Ia. While the 2020 caucuses were gearing up. Asia followed many candidates through their campaign trail from Senator Cory Booker, Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, and 46th President of the United States Joe Biden.
  
  Asia was born and raised in Norfolk, Va. She graduated from Old Dominion University in 2018 with a major in Communications.
  
  Asia is extremely friendly so don’t be afraid to say hi if you see her out and about.

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Peaches, strawberries, and snap peas are for sale at a roadside market outside Gettysburg, Pa., Saturday, June 8, 2013.

aired; May 29, 2026

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Strawberry season is one of the sweetest times of year in Pennsylvania, and it offers a perfect opportunity to learn more about where our food comes from.

On The Spark, Amanda Hollabaugh of Hollabaugh Bros. Farm Market discusses how strawberries and other fruits are grown, harvested, and brought from the field to consumers. The conversation also explores what sets locally grown produce apart, the challenges and rewards of fruit farming, and how visitors can enjoy the flavors of the season through fresh fruit, baked goods, and special events like the farm’s Strawberry Festival.

From picking and growing to baking and cooking, the discussion highlights the many ways local fruit supports Pennsylvania agriculture and brings communities together during the summer harvest season.