Keeping everyone in the loop, from apple growers to retailers and even consumers, has become the focus for officials at D’Arrigo, the New York-based wholesaler that is one of the northeast’s largest movers of apples throughout the year.

With roots in the apple business since 1919, Yes! Apples is a network of more than 50 New York-based family farms that grow and sell 20-plus high-quality apple varieties. Since 1997, Yes! Apples has been led by Kaari Stannard, the only female to own and operate an apple organization in the industry.

The New York Apple Association is ready to celebrate the Big Game with The Big Flavor of New York apples.

This year, NYAA is launching a Game Day video featuring Bob for Apples from New York, along with reminding retailers to cross-merchandise with Game Day snacks and “appletizers.” Cross-merchandising ideas for Game Day include football charcuterie boards and trays and apple pairing ideas with cheese and dips. 

FirstFruits Farms, a leading provider of premium apples, celebrated the success of the second annual National Opal Apple Day held on Dec. 9.

In a remarkable market feat, CMI Orchards announced a soaring demand for Ambrosia Gold apples. The latest Nielsen IQ year-over-year scan data for the 13-week period ending Dec. 2 reveals a significant surge in sales. Nurtured in Washington’s prime growing climate, the report highlights the exceptional appeal of these apples and reflects an increasing consumer preference for the CMI-exclusive Ambrosia Gold.

Honeybear Brands, a leading grower, packer, shipper and developer of premium apples, is delighting retailers and shoppers with its growing supply of the late-season EverCrisp variety.  With a robust fall apple season in the rear-view mirror, EverCrisp provides key differentiators in the late-season apple market that appeals to year-round fruit enthusiasts.