USApple Member Benefits Include:
USApple’s Outlook Conference Is a Must-Attend Event
Connect and collaborate with leaders from every area of the apple industry
- Production
- Packing
- Processing
- Suppliers
Enjoy information from diverse speakers on a variety of topics
- Retail Trends
- Issues Impacting the Industry
- Global Crop Forecast
Outlook attendees can use Core Connect for Networking
- Profile-Matching
- Scheduling Tools for Onsite Meetings
- Confidential Contact Info
USApple’s In-Depth Industry Outlook Report
An annual deep dive into the business of apples in the U.S. and beyond
- Overview of U.S. Apple Production
- Crop Volume and Value Each Year
- Export and Import Data
- Varietal/Regional Analyses
- Movement forecasts
- International Market Outlook
USApple’s Annual Capitol Hill Day
Convene with other apple leaders in Washington D.C.
- Meet with Congressional Officers
- Introduce National Issues of Concern
- Support the Apple Industry
USApple Advocacy Efforts to Support the Apple Industry
Representation on federal policy and regulatory issues
- A seat at the table with Congress and the Administration
- Nationwide Network of Apple Advocates
- Coalitions with Produce and Agriculture Groups
Work to resolve concerns with:
- U.S. Department of Agriculture U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
- U.S. Trade Representative
All the Apple Industry Information and Resources You Need
From reports to extensive databases of apple-related news and information
- Apple Bites – Bi-Weekly E-Newsletter with Apple Industry Updates
- USAppleTracker – Storage reports for both fresh and processed apples, EU inventory, export data, and more.
- Newton – a One-Stop-Shop for Apple Data
- Member Alerts – timely industry information
- Membership Database
- Annual Outlook Conference Every August
USApple’s Communications Support
Putting forward a collective industry voice
- Maintain a comprehensive Crisis Communications plan
- Execute ongoing social media campaigns
- Field media inquires and ensure accurate reporting about the industry
- Develop talking points and backgrounders
NextGen Fellows Program
Emerging apple industry leaders selected annually for a year-long fellowship.
- Hands-on experience with legislative issues
- Professional development
- Mentorship
- Networking with industry leaders
- Access to alumni network
- Community service
Growers
All firms involved in the production aspects of growing apples.
Apple Industry
All firms that handle apples beyond growing, such as packers, shippers, sales agencies, brokers, retailers, importers, exporters, processors, etc. Dues rates are based on the volume of apples grown, packed, processed or sold annually.
Associate
Business/supplier engaged with the apple industry but not directly involved in the handling/marketing of apples. Examples include companies which deal in equipment, packaging, crop protection, financial services, nurseries and insurance.
Special
Organizations not directly involved in handling apples, such as trade associations, health and education organizations and institutions, and Chambers of Commerce and other business groups.
Academic/Government
Individuals associated with an educational institution or government agency.
Join by Mail
If you’d like, you can join by downloading the USApple membership application and mail it in with payment. Questions? Contact Jessa Allen, Vice President of Membership, at jallen@usapple.org