News Releases - U.S. Apple Association

Apr 13, 2018

USApple Awards Bronx School with Apples4Ed Grant

P811X, The Academy for Career and Living Skills, Receives Award to Create Healthy Snack Program and Mobile Health Cart
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Apr 10, 2018

USApple: EWG’s “Dirty Dozen” List is Inaccurate and Harmful

“Any report telling people not to eat fresh produce is beyond silly and potentially very harmful advice,” said USApple President and CEO Jim Bair. MORE DETAILS »

Apr 04, 2018

Envy™ Apple Wins USApple’s 2018 “Munch Madness” Tournament

Garnering more than 30,000 website views on AppleVsApple.com, 3,000 votes and hundreds of social media followers, USApple’s Munch Madness was once again a fan favorite throughout the month of March. MORE DETAILS »

Mar 23, 2018

Statement Re: China Tariff Retaliation on U.S. Apples

USApple President & CEO Jim Bair discusses the importance of U.S. apple exports to China

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Mar 21, 2018

USApple Names Mississippi School as its 2018 ‘Apples4Ed’ Recipient

St. Martin North Takes Top Award to Teach About Healthy Eating and Create Healthy Snack Pantry MORE DETAILS »

Mar 16, 2018

Apple Growers Gather in Washington for Annual Congressional Fly-In

Ag Labor, NAFTA and Farm Bill Tops List of Capitol Hill Priorities MORE DETAILS »

Mar 01, 2018

16 All-Star Apple Varieties Tip Off for USApple’s ‘Munch Madness’ Tournament

Throughout March, apple fans can visit the official 2018 Munch Madness bracket at AppleVSApple.com to vote for their beloved apple varieties. MORE DETAILS »

Jan 30, 2018

Statement Re: State of the Union Trade Message

USApple President & CEO Jim Bair Discusses the Importance of NAFTA to the U.S Apple Industry. MORE DETAILS »

Jan 29, 2018

USApple Selects 2018 Young Apple Leaders

Eighteen accomplished and aspiring young men and women were selected as 2018 Young Apple Leaders. MORE DETAILS »

Jan 15, 2018

USApple Announces New Director of Consumer Health & Media Relations

Tracy Grondine brings stellar background in grower associations and media relations to USApple. MORE DETAILS »

Oct 05, 2017

USApple Asks: How Do You #AppleADay?

From sliced to sauced, from blended to baked, as a morning meal or mid-night snack, USApple seeks to create the world’s longest list of ways to enjoy an #AppleADay. MORE DETAILS »

Apr 05, 2017

Envy Apples Take the Crown in U.S. Apple Association’s ‘Apple Madness’ Bracket Tournament

“Apple Madness” campaign earns 31,000+ votes and reaches millions with variety
profiles + healthy apple facts
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Mar 08, 2017

USApple Lists Top Health Benefits of Apples During National Nutrition Month

The U.S. Apple Association offers 12 proven ways apples and apple products positively impact health, from head to toe, from the inside out, and through every stage of life. MORE DETAILS »

Feb 23, 2017

32 All-Star Apple Varieties Tip Off for USApple’s ‘Apple Madness’ Tournament

To celebrate National Nutrition Month, the U.S. Apple Association is encouraging apple lovers to join the “Apple Madness” bracket tournament. MORE DETAILS »

Jan 13, 2017

Resolve to Eat More Apples for American Heart Month

Start the day off with a heart healthy apple smoothie bowl during American Heart Month in February. MORE DETAILS »

Dec 05, 2016

U.S. Apple Association’s “Apples for Education” Fundraising Campaign Gives $17,800 to School Causes Nationwide

Second annual “Buy an Apple, Help a Student” goodwill campaign generates thousands of apple snacking photo votes to support school causes MORE DETAILS »

Nov 30, 2016

U.S. Apple Association Announces New Director of Consumer Health & Media Relations

Korenna Wilson joins U.S. Apple Association (USApple) on December 1 as the association’s Director of Consumer Health and Media Relations. MORE DETAILS »

Oct 03, 2016

Crunch Apples, Fund School Causes

“Buy an Apple, Help a Student” program from U.S. apple growers offers a simple formula for supporting students each time you “snack, snap, tag, share” pictures eating apples and partner pairings MORE DETAILS »

Sep 13, 2016

U.S. Apple Association Forecasts a Stronger Than Average Harvest; Gala, Red Delicious and Fuji Most Popular Varieties; Honeycrisp and Pink Lady Fastest Growing

The shorter days, the bustle of back-to-school time, the promise of cooler temps ahead: Apple season is upon us, USApple is forecasting a stronger-than-average harvest this year. MORE DETAILS »

Aug 17, 2016

Teachers: One Month Left to Apply for Apples4Ed Cash When People Chomp Apples

The U.S. Apple Association wants to hear from you as it seeks nominations for the second annual Apples for Education: Buy an Apple, Help a Student cause program. Applications are due September 19. MORE DETAILS »