Category: Press Release
Michigan Apples Bring Fresh Flavor to Fall Family Events
Lansing, Mich. – This fall, Michigan Apples is sponsoring family-friendly fun events across Michigan and Illinois, connecting with consumers through seasonal celebrations, educational activities and Spartan Athletics. Michigan Apples has a busy…
Application Now Open for Michigan Apple Scholarship
Lansing, Mich. – The Michigan Apple Committee has opened applications for the 2026 Michigan Apple Scholarship Program. The scholarship is open to men and women aged 17 – 23 with strong connections to the Michigan Apple industry.
Up to three recipients…
Get Ready to Crunch a Michigan Apple this October
Lansing, Mich. – Consumers can crunch a Michigan Apple or enjoy a Michigan Apple product on Crunch Day, October 15. Michigan Apple Crunch Day celebrates healthy eating, promotes farm-to-school purchasing, and supports the Michigan Apple industry …
Michigan Apple Crop Expected to be High Quality
Honeycrisp to be plentiful, apples will have good size and color
Lansing, Mich. – The Michigan Apple industry is expecting a high-quality crop of apples in 2026. The majority of apple-producing regions in Michigan report above-average apple crops with…
Back-to-School Begins with Michigan Apple Season
Lansing, Mich. – Apple harvest goes hand-in-hand with back-to-school season, and August is a great time to think about how to kick the school year off with easy, healthy snacks and meals. Michigan Apple harvest will get underway in mid-August, with early…
Fall for Fiber During Michigan Apple Season
A single Michigan Apple delivers 5 grams of fiber
Lansing, Mich. – A growing nutrition concern continues to affect most adults: falling short of the recommended daily fiber intake. Health experts recommend consuming at least 25 to 30 grams of fiber each…
Crunch, Sweetness, and Spice: Find Your Perfect Michigan Apple Match This Fall
Lansing, Mich. – The long-awaited apple harvest seasons is nearly here in Michigan, prompting Michiganders’ mouths to water and taste buds to prepare for all the flavor Michigan has to offer. With dozens of varieties ripening across the state, deciding…
Michigan Apple Committee Announces 2026 Research Funding
Lansing, Mich. – During their March board meeting, the Michigan Apple Committee approved funding for 12 research projects focused on apple production, tree health, apple quality and more.
Every year projects are selected by a subcommittee that aligns…
MAC Board Elects Executive Committee, Governor Appoints Three Members
LANSING, Mich. – On March 5, the Michigan Apple Committee Board elected Kim Kropf as Chair, Eric Roossinck as Vice Chair, and Chris Alpers as Third Member of the Executive Committee. The election comes as Chair Mike Dietrich wraps up his final term…
Engelsma’s Apple Barn of Walker, Mich. Wins 27th Annual Cider Contest
Cider Maker’s Eighth First Place Win in History of Contest
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Engelsma’s Apple Barn of Walker, Mich., won first place at the 27th annual Michigan Apple Cider Contest, marking their eighth first place win in the contest. The competition…