Category: Press Release
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. …
Victoria Wittenbach continues reign as 2021 Michigan Apple Queen
LANSING, Mich. – Victoria Wittenbach of Belding, Mich. will serve as the 2021 Michigan Apple Queen. Sarah Rasch of Grand Rapids, Mich. is first runner-up. They were crowned as Michigan Apple “royalty” in December 2019, however, the COVID-19 pandemic…
Michigan Apple Committee Announces 2021 Research Funding
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Apple Committee board approved funding for 2021 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 the MAC Board of Directors…
March is National Nutrition Month
Eat more vegetables and fruits, including Michigan Apples
LANSING, Mich. – March is National Nutrition Month, an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, encouraging consumers to learn about making informed food choices …
Celebrate American Heart Month with Apples
LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Apples can help keep your heart healthy, along with a balanced diet that includes many fruits and vegetables. As Americans observe American Heart Month in the month of February, the Michigan Apple Committee works with expert…
Michigan Apples are an Important Part of a Healthy Diet
Consumers Can Choose Apples to Help Stay Within New Dietary Guidelines
LANSING, Mich. – The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines were just released, and they focus on choosing healthy foods and beverages that are rich in nutrients, while staying within…
EverCrisp® Apples – Sweet, Crisp, and Long-Lasting
Variety developed in the Midwest and grown in Michigan
LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Apple lovers have a new variety to get excited about with the EverCrisp®, a cross between Honeycrisp and Fuji. This late-season apple stores well and is long-lasting, boasting…
Three New Sections for Michigan Apple Retail Dietitian Kit Available
Collaboration with Shari Steinbach, MS, RDN continues to provide valuable resources for retail partners
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Apple Committee has released new sections for their Retail Dietitian Kit to continue to assist retailers …