Category: Press Release
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
MAC Partnerships Support Events in Target Markets
LANSING, Mich. – Collaborations with key partners allow Michigan Apple Committee to reach the target audience of women, age 25 – 54. Bringing Michigan-grown apples to events at Michigan State Spartan Football Tailgates, the Bank
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
Michigan Apple Committee Seeking the Next Michigan Apple Queen
Scholarships to be Awarded to Selected Apple Industry Representatives LANSING, Mich. – Women with a strong and definite connection to the Michigan Apple industry are encouraged to apply for the 2024 Michigan Apple Queen title.
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
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
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,
Senator Stabenow Honored at Michigan Pomesters Event
Apple grower group acknowledges Senator’s career-long support of agriculture LANSING, Mich. – Senator Debbie Stabenow is the 2023 Michigan Fruit Person of the Year, the Michigan Pomesters announced yesterday. The award was presented to the
Michigan Apple Committee Hosts Inaugural “Handpicked” Social Media Summit
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Apple Committee hosted its inaugural Handpicked Social Media Summit Tuesday in Coopersville, Mich. The Summit brought together six young apple growers to learn the latest trends and best practices across
Michigan Apple Committee Announces 2023 Research Funding
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Apple Committee board approved funding for 2023 industry research projects at their March board meeting. Research funding is a part of MAC’s mission to serve Michigan’s apple growers. “Members of