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 as apples.…
MAC Leverages SCBG Funds for Online Consumer Engagement
Specialty Crop Block Grant Dollars Enhance Social Media Outreach
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Apple Committee aims to continue focus on social media with online engagement programs that seek to increase awareness and consumption of Michigan 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 Committee Announces 2022 Research Funding
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Apple Committee board approved funding for 2022 research projects on March 3. Research is an important part of MAC’s mission.
“Members of the MAC Board of Directors select growers to serve on the research subcommittee,”…
EverCrisp® Apples – Sweet, Crisp, and Long-Lasting
Variety developed in the Midwest and grown in Michigan
LANSING, Mich. — Looking for something different to try in the produce department? EverCrisp®, a cross between Honeycrisp and Fuji, should top your list! This late-season apple stores well and is…
Aubrey Rasch crowned 2022 Michigan Apple Queen
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Aubrey Rasch of Lowell, Mich. has been crowned the 2022 Michigan Apple Queen. Reaghan Dolphin of Gowen, Mich. is first runner-up.
Rasch is the daughter of Duane and Deborah Rasch, and is a student at Lowell High School. She is the daughter…
Application Deadline Extended for 2022 Michigan Apple Queen
Scholarship Awards Increased for 2022
LANSING, Mich. — Women with a strong and definite connection to the Michigan Apple industry are encouraged to apply for the 2022 Michigan Apple Queen title. The application deadline is Nov. 15, 2021. The new queen…
Michigan Apples Featured at October Events
Event participants receive apples at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Detroit Zoo
LANSING – Michigan Apples are a featured treat at events this fall, celebrating the fall flavor and tradition of apples from Michigan.
Bank of America Chicago Marathon…
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.…