Apples
Comment period extended on apple, pear imports rule
USDA APHIS is extending the comment period on the proposed rule that would amend the regulations to allow the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the European Union into the... more »
New England group gives Jonagold a new name
In the era of restricted apple releases, some regions are feeling left out. Popular new varieties like SweeTango, Kiku and Lady Alice have exclusive membership. SnapDragon and RubyFrost can be grown in New York state... more »
IFTA tours highlight Michigan fruit industry
Visitors to Grand Rapids, Michigan, for the International Fruit Tree Association’s (IFTA) 59th annual conference in February were treated to an inside look at the apple capital of Michigan during orchard tours in the area... more »
March 1 apple holdings down from last year
According to the U.S. Apple Association, fresh apple holdings on March 1 totaled 61.9 million bushels, 22 percent lower than the March 1, 2015, holdings of 79.1 million bushels and 1 percent below the five-year... more »
Kent County Extension Office hosts apple bloom workshop
Michigan State University Extension will host an Apple Bloom Issues Workshop on Thursday, March 17 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The workshop will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kent County Extension Office.... more »
Obituary: Bernard Swindeman
Bernard F. “Bernie” Swindeman, 80, of Tecumseh, Michigan and Lake Suzy, Florida, passed away Feb. 29 after a brief illness at his Florida residence. Swindeman was born Feb. 20, 1936 in Toledo, Ohio to Walter and... more »
USApple hosts Apple Madness tournament
What are your favorite apples? Tried-and-true champion varieties enjoyed by all, or up-and-coming underdog apples known only by a few? Throughout March (National Nutrition Month), U.S. Apple Association (USApple) is encouraging people to pick their all-time favorite apple... more »
Pennsylvania’s first hard cider guidebook released
Penn State Extension announced the release of the Hard Cider Guidebook: A Producers Guide to Developing a Hard Cider Business in Pennsylvania, made possible by the support provided by the PA Apple Marketing Program, the State... more »
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