Stemilt Becomes First Apple & Cherry Company to Achieve Full Equitable Food Initiative Certification

August 26, 2021 Stemilt

Stemilt received new Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) certifications in [August] to become the first apple, pear, and cherry company to achieve EFI certification of its entire operation. The new certifications bring EFI standards and continuous improvement practices into all Stemilt-owned orchards and warehouse facilities and represent over 3500 employees.

Stemilt kicks off SweeTango Apple Season in Washington State

August 23, 2021 Stemilt

Stemilt is kicking off the SweeTango® apple season this week with harvest in central Washington.

USApple Launches New In-Depth Apple Outlook Report; 2021-22 Production Will Exceed 11 Billion Pounds

August 20, 2021 U.S. Apple Association

While the COVID-19 pandemic has tested the apple industry up and down the supply chain, it has also presented unique opportunities, according to a new report released by the U.S. Apple Association today at the organization’s 126th annual Outlook Conference. Considering these opportunities, and despite a challenging 18 months, apple production is expected to exceed 11 billion pounds this crop year.

Applewood Fresh Growers Gears Up For a Flavorful Michigan Harvest Season

August 17, 2021 Applewood Fresh Growers

Applewood Fresh®, a premier produce brand and fourth-generation grower, packer/shipper and marketer of Michigan-grown apples is counting down the days to the start of their flavorful harvest, with Rave® and SweeTango® leading the way.

Nostalgia Brings Rave Apples Golden Raves Campaign to Life

August 16, 2021 Stemilt

Rave® brand MN55 cultivar apples are back in season and with that not only comes high-quality, outrageously juicy apples, but another exciting consumer-facing digital campaign designed to help consumers win gold.