Apples
Apples are a perennial favorite with consumers: 90% of all consumers buy apples, according to The Packer 2026 Fresh Trends Report. The ever-growing number of apple varieties creates marketing opportunities for Produce Retailers.
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West Mathison, president of Stemilt Growers, says he expects growers pull out trees as soon as the end of this year: “We don’t have a demand problem. We have a supply problem, and a supply problem is a management problem.”
While domestic consumption remains currently flat, USApple’s Chris Gerlach says trade deals and lower global apple production could open real opportunities for U.S.-grown apples.
While the overall crop size of 278.5 million bushels is about 3.6% above the five-year average, growers have an opportunity to pick and pack the best of the crop at harvest.
Nominators recognized the marketing executive’s critical role in rallying the apple industry together to build a campaign that aims to grow domestic apple consumption.
Going on for nearly 19 years, The FruitGuys have offered a fundraiser box that promotes the gravenstein apple while giving back directly to the growers.
Apple marketers say this season looks to deliver a great eating experience with ample volume this year.
Marketers are optimistic about current projections in the field and opportunities at retail.
Bright Bounty will feature both organic and conventional offerings, as well as a curated selection of produce sourced globally, the company says.
The annual shift to international suppliers has been smooth this year and ensures retailers have a constant supply of the popular apple, Oppy says.
Apple marketers say this early-season variety is prime to take center stage during back-to-school and fall apple promotions.
The lifelong athlete and Domex Logistics leader passed away July 3. A celebration of life will be held July 22.
In a new report, the grower, marketer and developer of tree fruit highlights progress and showcases goals across pollinator health, packaging, food loss and waste, and climate and energy,
Specialty crops play a huge role in the economy of New York, though companies say there is much more that helps the state stand out.
Fruit tree growers in Washington have several strategies for dealing with drought and being water resilient, but there are costs associated with all of them.
Harold Albinder, founder of Hudson River Fruit Distributors, was known for his work ethic and kindness and as a champion of innovation.
A recent USDA report quantified the value of pollination services in 2024 at over $400 million, above the $361.5 million in revenue from honey.
Katie and Manuel Vargas, sixth-generation apple growers in Michigan, share the challenge their family faces with rising cost of labor.
New sustainability hires at Stemilt Growers, Topline Farms and CMI Orchards share their take on the future of sustainability and the critical role retailers play.
Climate, proximity to the Great Lakes and its interdependence of specialty crop industries help power the state’s ag success.
Through Honeybear, the grower-packer-shipper is expected to enhance its reach with growers in the Midwest and Washington, as well as import growers.
The companies combine forces as the vertically integrated tree fruit platform, Legendary Fruit Company.
Dashan Dookhu brings more than three decades of experience in the produce industry as the company’s East Coast merchandising manager.
Fresh holdings totaled 52.3 million, which is still 19% higher than the five-year average.
Ivan Angland said his newly created position will allow the company to streamline global operational excellence while ensuring great quality outcomes for customers.
The second solar project for the company, Stemilt said the 3,000 solar panels on 4 acres will help fulfill sustainability initiatives.
With the support of its retail collaborators, the 2025 Take a Bite Out of Hunger program provided 126,922 pounds of apples.
The full-day event brought together growers, educators, industry leaders and those in the tech industry to showcase innovations impacting the ag industry.
The association says New York Apple Salsa will lead the way ahead of Cinco de Mayo.
Italian company says it will feature its apple and citrus sorting and automated packaging systems at the May 6-8 fair.