Apples
Apple woes: Trade wars, costs jeopardize apple growers
Threatened by a multi-front trade war and dogged by higher costs that have slashed exports and acreage, apple growers are confronted by an uncertain future. Those challenges, including escalating labor costs, were highlighted in a... more »
U.S. apple storage declines in May
U.S. apple storage is continuing to decline. On May 12, the U.S. Apple Association via its USAppleTracker report reported the total number of apples in storage on May 1 was 72 million bushels, 5% less... more »
Cherry grower Cherry Ke promotes specialty ag through social media
Growing cherries in a region known as the “Cherry Capital of the World,” tree fruit grower Talon Felker is a social media influencer who’s on a mission to promote Michigan’s specialty crops. Through his social... more »
Michigan Apple Committee announces 2025 research projects
The Michigan Apple Committee (MAC) has approved funding for 10 research projects that address challenges growers face in producing apples. For 2025, the board allocated $249,995 for the projects that range from studying lenticel breakdown... more »
IFTA winter tour: New York orchard lessons
Growers participating in orchard tours and sessions at the International Fruit Tree Association’s (IFTA) annual conference learned how to be more efficient in their orchard operations. Sessions highlighted the difficult situation facing apple growers. “We’re... more »
IFTA recognizes industry leaders
At their western New York conference, members of the International Fruit Tree Association (IFTA) honored individuals for their contributions to the horticulture industry. Growers, horticulturists, researchers and Extension personnel received recognition during a business meeting... more »
Diversification aids Michigan’s Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill
Efficiencies, smart marketing and the willingness to diversify have helped Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill be successful in growing and processing apples for almost 80 years. In addition to apples, the third-generation family-owned and -operated... more »
Michigan Apple Committee showcases orchards for Women’s History Month
The Michigan Apple Committee (MAC) recognized three women-owned apple orchards in honor of March’s Women’s History Month. Women’s History Month celebrates the contributions of women to history, culture and society. The orchards are Ed Dunneback... more »
Mid-Atlantic Fruit & Vegetable Convention farm, market tour
Participants in the Jan. 27-30 Mid-Atlantic Fruit and Vegetable Convention in Hershey, Pennsylvania, were able to view southeast Pennsylvania farm and farm market operations east of Harrisburg. During the Jan. 27 tour, participants visited these... more »
Pennsylvania growers, farm markets recognized
Pennsylvania growers and farm markets have received recognition. At the Mid-Atlantic Fruit & Vegetable Convention, Pennsylvania’s vegetable and horticulture associations recognized industry leaders. During a Jan. 29 Pennsylvania Vegetable Growers Association (PVGA) annual membership meeting,... more »
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Big apple: Large 2025-26 apple crop forecast
IFTA summer tour shows Canadian tree fruit methods
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Strong connections and innovation at the 2025 Great Lakes EXPO
Hanulcik Farm Market & Orchard’s central Michigan fruit heritage
Farm Market & Agritourism: What to do when market fluctuation affects prices
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