USApple Elects Chris Alpers Board Chair for 2021-22 Term
The U.S. Apple Association has named a new chair to lead its board of directors. Michigan grower Chris Alpers of RedPath Orchards and Alpers Farms will serve the 2021-22 term. …
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USApple Kicks Off 126th Annual Outlook Conference in Chicago; Ag Secretary Vilsack Addresses Growers
The U.S. Apple Association today kicked off its 126th annual Outlook Conference in Chicago. The in-person, two-day meeting will showcase growers, apple business leaders, and a full range of high-profile speakers and topics. USApple is one of the first agriculture associations to resume in-person conferences since COVID-19 began. …
USApple Launches New In-Depth Apple Outlook Report; 2021-22 Production Will Exceed 11 Billion Pounds
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. …
President Biden Visits USApple Member; Hears About Challenges Facing Growers
During a stop in Northern Michigan this weekend President Biden visited grower and former Young Apple Leader Juliette King McAvoy of King Orchards in Central Lake. Joining the President were Governor Gretchen Whitmer and U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters. …
USApple Board Green-Lights In-Person Annual Outlook Conference
The two-day meeting will showcase diverse speakers and topics, growers and apple business leaders from across the nation, and the always anticipated crop forecast. …
