Apples
New variety available to more retailers
Honeybear Brands, the varietal developer, has announced the regions and markets selected for the rollout of its newest apple variety, Pazazz.The new variety will be available to select retailer partners in several major markets. Honeybear... more »
Stoll crowned 2015 Michigan Apple Queen
Mary Stoll of Kent City has been crowned the 2015 Michigan Apple Queen. Madison Rasch of Conklin is First Runner-Up, according to the Michigan Apple Committee (MAC).Contestants for Michigan Apple Queen must have a connection... more »
Engelsma’s Apple Barn wins best cider in state for fifth year
Jim and Becky Engelsma and their daughter Bridget of Engelsma’s Apple Barn in Walker, Michigan, took home first place in the 18th annual Michigan Apple Cider Contest.The contest took place in Grand Rapids on Dec.... more »
Russian ban leaves apple exporters scrambling for new markets
Russia was on everybody’s mind at Interpoma.On Nov. 20, speakers at the international apple conference held in Bolzano, Italy, discussed the world’s shifting apple markets. Many topics were covered, but Russia’s decision last summer to... more »
Orchard rides hard cider wave
When Andrew Blake first approached his family with the idea of starting a hard cider operation at Blake Farms cider mill and orchard in Armada, Michigan, the response was less than enthusiastic. “We told him... more »
China lifts ban on U.S. Red, Golden Delicious
In October, China reopened its borders to Red and Golden Delicious apples from Washington state, lifting a ban that had been in place for more than two years, according to the Washington Apple Commission (WAC).... more »
Pruning is more science than art these days
FGN recently asked Jim Schupp, an associate professor of pomology at Penn State University, and Peter Hirst, a professor of horticulture at Purdue University, to answer a few questions via email about winter pruning. You’ll... more »
New invasive pest found in Pennsylvania
A new invasive insect that has the potential to impact the grape, fruit tree and hardwood industries has been discovered in Berks County, Pennsylvania, prompting the immediate quarantine of Pike and District townships, according to... more »
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