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Sustainability

Growing a More Delicious Future

From growing in the orchards to sorting on our packing lines, we respect and value the natural resources that enable us to deliver the world’s best apples to you. Check out the steps we’re taking to protect these resources for generations to come:

Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

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Cleaner fruit. Healthier farms.

In IPM, growers reduce pesticide use by using more targeted pest control methods — like pheromone traps and beneficial insects. Monitoring and prevention are prioritized over broad chemical application. Benefits include:

  • Cleaner fruit
  • Less need for treatments post-harvest
  • Enhanced food safety
  • Greater consumer appeal
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Water Efficiency

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Every drop counts, from orchard to packhouse.

Orchards throughout the Great Lakes are fortunate to have access to naturally abundant, responsibly managed water. Instead of taking this for granted, we do our part to safeguard this precious resource, reducing water waste through the use of:

  • Drip irrigation
  • Moisture sensors
  • Soil mapping
  • Highly efficient equipment in packing facilities, including upgraded washers, flumes, and sorting lines that filter, sanitize and reuse water, leading to 80% less water used compared to single-use systems
Water Efficiency

Regenerative Farming Practices

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Growing to give back.

We don’t just seek to reduce our impact and conserve what we’ve been given. We proactively improve soil structure, carbon sequestration, nutrient retention, and long-term productivity through the effective use of:

  • Cover crops
  • Compost
  • Reduced tillage
  • Native plantings
Regenerative Farming Practices

Pollinator-Friendly Practices

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Pollinated by nature, protected by our growers.

Working hand-in-hand with Integrated Pest Management, these practices support biodiversity in and around our orchards. In addition to timing chemical applications to protect bees, our growers:

  • Plant native pollinator habitats
  • Preserve wild habitat
  • Protect nesting sites
  • Support/partner with local bees and beekeepers
Pollinator-Friendly Practices

Eco-Conscious Packing & Storage

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Cleaner and greener.

For us, eco-consciousness doesn’t end in the field — or even the packing facility. While we’re still in the process of moving toward carbon tracking and renewable energy use, our ultra-modern packing facilities use:

  • Water recycling systems
  • Energy-efficient cold storage
  • Solar panels
  • Recyclable or minimal packaging
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Local & Regional Supply Chains

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Fewer miles traveled = more flavor, less waste.

Shorter transport distances reduce emissions. So, we focus on regional distribution to:

  • Lower food miles
  • Ensure fresher produce
  • Create a smaller carbon footprint
Local & Regional Supply Chains