Category: Press Release
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.…
Adding Flavorful Nutrition with Michigan Apples
Apples bring unique flavor, health benefits to daily diet
LANSING, Mich. –The 2021 crop of Michigan grown apples is now being harvested, and with that, many solutions for home cooks, families and others seeking nutritious foods. Throughout the pandemic,…
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…
Michigan Apple Committee Board Welcomes New Appointees, Elects Officers
LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Apple Committee Board of Directors welcomed new appointees and elected officers at their meeting today. Michael Dietrich of Conklin was elected Chair, and Kimberly Kropf of Lowell was elected vice chair at the meeting. …