Michigan Sees Increase in Apple Exports with 2023-24 Crop

LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Apple industry has seen a steep increase in apple exports since 2020, with bushels shipped increasing by 40 percent, according to the U.S. Apple Export Council.

“Michigan’s surge in apple exports is a testament to our growers’…


October Proclaimed Michigan Apple Month

LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed October to be Michigan Apple Month, recognizing the importance of the Michigan Apple industry.

Michigan is known for its diverse agriculture, which includes many specialty crops such as apples.…


Cider Mills, Farm Markets Offer Fall Family Fun

Be a Part of Michigan’s Fall Apple Tradition

LANSING, Mich. – As the 2023 Michigan Apple harvest continues, it’s time for apple fans and cider enthusiasts to plan their trips to their favorite farm markets and cider mills. With tried and true favorite varieties…


2023 Michigan Apple Harvest is the Best of Fall Time

LANSING, Mich. –The 2023 Michigan Apple harvest is around the corner, to the delight of Michigan Apple fans and consumers everywhere. Michigan’s climate and geography provide ideal conditions for growing apples, and the mild spring weather, along …


Michigan Apple Growers to Harvest 32 Million Bushels in 2023

Official Crop Size Estimate for 2023 Announced

CHICAGO – Michigan’s official crop estimate of 32 million bushels (1.344 billion lbs.) of apples was announced this afternoon as part of the USApple Outlook meeting which is held in Chicago. The 2023 estimate…


Just in Time for Harvest, Consumers Can Find Recipes, Information and More on Michigan Apple Committee’s Redesigned Website

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Apple Committee has launched a re-designed website for the 2023 crop year, the organization has announced. The consumer-facing website provides a wealth of information for apple lovers, including recipes, health information,…


October Proclaimed Michigan Apple Month

LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed October to be Michigan Apple Month, recognizing the importance of the Michigan Apple industry.

Michigan is known for its diverse agriculture, which includes many specialty crops such as apples.…


Michigan Apple Growers to Harvest 29.5 Million Bushels in 2022

Official Crop Size Estimate for 2022 Announced

CHICAGO – Michigan’s official crop estimate of 29.5 million bushels (1.239 billion pounds) of apples was announced this afternoon as part of the USApple Outlook meeting which is held in Chicago. The 2022…


Michigan Apple Harvest is Around the Corner

It’s Almost Crunch Time!

LANSING, Mich. –The 2022 crop of Michigan grown apples will soon be harvested, to the delight of Michigan Apple fans and consumers everywhere. Michigan’s climate and geography provide ideal conditions for growing apples,…


Michigan Apple Growers to Harvest 18.25 Million Bushels in 2021

Industry Sees Slight Drop in Crop Size Due to Spring Freeze

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan’s official crop estimate of 18.25 million bushels (766.5 million pounds) of apples was announced this afternoon as part of the USApple Outlook meeting which was held…