Overwhelming Shopper Response to New Crop! It’s apple time! The new SweeTango® crop is in, and folks just can’t get enough of them. New data from recent in-store demos shows that this crop of SweeTangos is scoring high marks with shoppers on several key purchase drivers including taste, quality, convenience, and value. Next Big Thing, A Growers’ Cooperative […]
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Celebrating National Apple Month with The Produce Moms
Fall is for favorites like apple pie and apple cider. Who doesn’t love biting into a fresh apple on a bright fall morning that’s just as crisp? That’s why October is the perfect time for celebrating National Apple Month! Whether you’re cooking with them, eating them for breakfast, or just having one as a crunchy snack, Applewood Fresh apples are the perfect way to add some fruity flavor to your day. So why not add some fun to your apples? Your kids can enjoy apples with a friendly forest creature in the activity sheet below!
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A Delicious Time for Applewood
by Paul Hutchings
Apples are awesome!
They are versatile; you can make virtually any dessert out of them. They are convenient, providing a snack for any time. They are healthy; what doctor or nutritionist would dispute the dietary fiber and vitamins they hold?
And history tells us apples are also nation builders; John Chapman established orchards in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana and Illinois, as well as parts of Ontario, Canada. These trees would provide the juice to make the hard cider enjoyed by two nations in their infancy. You may know Chapman better by his other name: Johnny Appleseed.
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ApplewoodFresh_Preparedness Covid-19
As the Covid-19 outbreak unfolds, our commitment to providing nutritious apples has never been more important. We want to let you, our partners know that we are respecting this situation and are doing everything we can to be of help as we navigate through these uncharted waters. Read more
The Produce Moms Debunking Apples Myths + Apple Salsa Recipe
Myths About Apples: Don’t Be Fooled!
New year, new you! Is one of your goals to get healthier in 2020? If so, you can’t ignore the powerful health benefits of apples. Unfortunately, there are some myths and misinformation floating around about apples and other fruits. Here are some facts to help you on your journey towards better eating habits.
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Applewood aggressively promoting and sourcing new apple varieties
BY TAD THOMPSON | JANUARY 07, 2020 High-value apple varieties are being spotlighted in 2020 by Applewood Fresh Growers LLC. The Michigan grower-packer-shipper is particularly educating consumers to understand the many strengths of its KIKU and Kanzi varieties. producing its own specialty apples, Applewood is increasingly involved in global sourcing to provide its customers with […]
SweeTango® Growers Report
Overwhelming Shopper Response to New Crop! It’s apple time! The new SweeTango® crop is in, and folks just can’t get enough of them. New data from recent in-store demos shows that this crop of SweeTangos is scoring high marks with shoppers on several key purchase drivers including taste, quality, convenience, and value. Next Big Thing, A Growers’ Cooperative […]
All About SweeTango Apples with The Produce Moms
Get your pumpkin spice fix with a Pumpkin Spice Smoothie!
It’s pumpkin spice season! It’s also apple season. October is National Apple Month. Celebrate both with this smoothie that combines pumpkin and SweeTango® apples. The result is a nutritious smoothie that tastes just like pumpkin spice.
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