Michigan Apples are Primed for the New Season
Michigan has 14.9 million apple trees in commercial production, covering 34,500 acres on 775 family-run farms. Originally printed in the September 2023 issue of Produce… Read More
Diane Smith
Fall Holiday Merchandising Fuels Produce Sales
Holidays like Labor Day, Halloween and Thanksgiving provide themes to sell fall produce. Originally printed in the August 2023 issue of Produce Business. Fall weather… Read More
Michigan Supplies Rich Variety of Produce
A unique climate along the Great Lakes, combined with nutrient-rich soil, create the ideal environment for growing fresh produce. Originally printed in the June 2023… Read More
Fresh Produce From the Midwest? Yes!
The Midwest’s strategic, center-of-the-country location is a two-way, buy-and-sell supply way. Originally printed in the May 2023 issue of Produce Business. The Midwest is famous… Read More
Apple’s Winter Bounty
Merchandising apples is a dynamic topic, based not only upon the current crop but dramatic industry changes. Originally printed in the January 2023 issue of… Read More
The Staying Power Of Apples
Fall means fresh apples, but those sales can carry through winter. Originally printed in the October 2022 issue of Produce Business.
Great Lakes Make for Great Michigan Apples
After a tough 2021, the weather is cooperating for an ideal 2022 crop. Originally printed in the September 2022 issue of Produce Business.
Michigan Apples
After a tough 2021, the weather is cooperating for an ideal 2022 crop. Originally printed in the September 2022 issue of Produce Business.
Holiday Merchandising Warms Up Fall Produce Promotions
Celebrating the end of summer, and beyond into the fall holidays, is a register-ringing theme for many retailers. Originally printed in the August 2022 issue… Read More
A Strong Winter Apple Program Will Keep Sales Healthy
The apple is almost the perfect commodity: Lots of variety, low shrink, portable and super healthy. What’s not to love?