Apples

Bair named CEO of USApple

James “Jim” Bair will join U.S. Apple Association (USApple) in January as the nonprofit organization’s president and CEO. Bair comes to the association from the North American Millers' Association (NAMA), where he worked for almost... more »

USDA weighs risks of Chinese apples

USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) recently released a draft pest risk assessment covering fresh apples from China. The assessment, which weighs the risks of allowing imported Chinese fresh apples into the U.S.... more »

Crop insurance deadline nears for Michigan growers

USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) reminds Michigan fruit growers interested in buying a new federal crop insurance policy, or making changes to an existing policy, to do so by the Nov. 20 sales closing date.... more »

Michigan apple industry sets shipment record

The Michigan apple industry set new shipment records two weeks in a row in October, shipping 414,702 boxes of apples the week of Oct. 12, according to the Michigan Apple Committee (MAC).“Our growers, packers and... more »

Made in Michigan: Vacuum-powered apple picker

A new machine could change the way the apples you buy at the grocery store are harvested. It's only being tested right now, but in a few years the West Michigan men behind the machine... more »

Fresh produce sales up again for second quarter of 2013

For the second quarter this year, fresh produce sales are up compared to last year’s figures. Organic fruits and vegetables lead the pack in growth with strong gains in sales and volume according to “FreshFacts... more »

Riveridge adds staff in management roles

Riveridge Produce, a Sparta, Mich.-based apple shipper, has added three staff members to manage various aspects of the operation.“We were fortunate to hang onto almost all of our talent during a very challenging 2012 season,”... more »

USApple searching for new leader

The U.S. Apple Association (USApple) is searching for a new president and CEO. The previous president, Nancy Foster, recently resigned.Diane Kurrle, USApple’s vice president of public affairs, will temporarily serve as interim president and CEO... more »