CMI Orchards Achieves EFI Certification on Apples, Cherries and Pears

March 29, 2022 Equitable Food Initiative

Equitable Food Initiative, the workforce development and certification organization that partners with growers, farmworkers, retailers and consumer advocacy groups, recently announced that CMI Orchards had achieved its first EFI certification.

Granny Smith Apples Expected to Gain Momentum Through Regular Promotions

March 28, 2022 Stemilt

We’re stepping into spring with a pep in our step and with another episode of Fast Facts: The Cast to discuss the last 12 weeks of apple category data with Stemilt Marketing Director, Brianna Shales and Merchandising Manager, Jocelyn Gerard. This week, we’re discussing the latest 12 weeks of data from Nielson on apple category performance from December 5, 2021, to February 26, 2022. 

USApple Publishes Pollinator BMPs for Apples

March 28, 2022 U.S. Apple Association

The U.S. Apple Association released its new publication, Pollinator Best Management Practices for Apples. The publication, created in partnership with the Honey Bee Health Coalition, can be viewed and downloaded here.

Relief on the way for the Apple Category

March 16, 2022 Honeybear Brands

This year’s domestic apple crop experienced a challenging growing season including early frost, summer drought, and excessive heat during harvest, putting a strain on both quality and total production. Domestic supply issues combined with unprecedented freight challenges has resulted in spiking prices for nearly all produce commodities. The Southern Hemisphere apple and pear crop will offer retailers relief in their supply chain. Honeybear, the leading importer of apples from the Southern Hemisphere, has key varieties arriving on both coasts, providing retailers with promotable volumes and the freshest flavor apples consumers expect.

Starr Ranch Growers Launches New Direct-to-Consumer Apple Shipping Program

March 15, 2022 Starr Ranch Growers

Starr Ranch Growers soars toward spring with a new online retail program with consumers in mind. Now, shoppers can skip lines and purchase their favorite Starr Ranch Growers apples any time by the simple click of a button.