Category: Apples
2025 Apple Tree Decline Summit scheduled
The registration deadline is approaching for the 2025 Apple Tree Decline Summit.
USApple announces 2025 NextGen Apple Fellowship class
The U.S. Apple Association (USApple) announces the newest members of its leadership development program, the NextGen Apple Fellowship.
Apple holdings decreasing
Apple storage continues to decline.
USDA orders $40 million in processed apple products
Another $40M processed apple products purchase coming from USDA.
WSTFA reflects on 2024
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association (WSTFA) is reflecting on the year that was.
Crop protection products accelerated by Vive Crop Protection
A new initiative from Vive Crop Protection is designed to hasten the development of its crop protection products.
Apple orchard innovation showcased at Michigan’s Ridgefest
Apple orchard innovation was on display at Michigan’s Ridgefest. Learn more about new techniques, varieties and strategies for the future.
Farmer White’s wins Michigan cider contest
Winners of the 2025 Michigan Apple Cider Contest are honored. Read how Farmer White’s of Williamsburg, Michigan, won first place.
Apple holdings continue declining
Fresh and processing apple inventories are reported lower in early December this year than in the previous year, according to a Dec. 10 report from the U.S. Apple Association (USApple).
Michigan Apple scholarship recipients awarded
The Michigan apple industry has named its first scholarship winners.
2025 Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days scheduled for February
The 2025 Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days is approaching.
Grant to help Penn State chemical apple blossoms thinning research
Apple production contributes billions to the U.S. economy; however, the apple industry faces challenges related to a labor shortage and application of excess fertilizer and chemicals, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
USApple plaintiff in federal case granting nationwide labor rules enforcement stay
As one of the plaintiffs in a federal court case that granted a nationwide stay of enforcement of labor rules, the U.S. Apple Association (USApple) is commenting on the ruling.
Michigan Ridgefest: Industry consumption push drives Ridgefest apple updates
Michigan’s Ridgefest typically focuses on tours and discussions regarding what apple growers are doing in the orchard.
IFTA members gain grove insights, view Central Valley tech and orchard practices
IFTA members recently toured California orchards. Read about orchard insights they gained from the Central Valley tour.
Spotted lanternfly detected in Georgia
An invasive and destructive insect pest, spotted lanternflies (SLF), has been discovered in Georgia.
Apple holdings falling
Fresh and processing apple inventories are reported lower in early November this year than in the previous year, according to a Nov. 11 report from the U.S. Apple Association (USApple).
New fungicide for pome disease control introduced
UPL launches new fungicide for disease control in almonds and pome crops
Growers nominated for WSTFA board elections
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association (WSTFA) has nominated growers and a packer to stand for election in upcoming WSTFA elections.
Markon hosts annual Markon Summit
Markon Cooperative recently brought some of its customers together at its annual Markon Summit.