USApple attended the 2026 Premier Apple Cooperative Forum in Syracuse, NY, where eastern and midwestern industry leaders gather annually to discuss market dynamics and issues impacting the region.
USApple’s Chris Gerlach presented an analysis of U.S. apple production trends, and USApple Senior Vice President Diane Kurrle detailed key developments in Congress and the Trump Administration.
Following the forum, Chris and Lynsee Gibbons (Vice President of Communications) spent additional time in NY visiting orchards and industry partners. Thanks to Red Jacket Orchards, Dr. Gennaro Fazio and the team at USDA/Cornell AgriTech, Windmill Farms, Van Acker Farms, DeMarree Fruit Farms, and Cahoon Farms for their hospitality and for sharing insights from across the apple supply chain.