Industry at a Glance

The U.S. apple industry brings billions of dollars to our economy each year, represents thousands of jobs, and brings nutritious food to consumers around the world. We unite state and regional apple associations across the country to advocate for policies that help growers continue to produce America’s favorite fruit.
Learn more about the apple industry’s impact below.

Consumed Fruit in the U.S.

27,000+

apple producers

states grow apples

11.1 billion

pounds of apples grown in U.S.

$3.2 billion

in farm-gate revenue

42 million

bushels exported

$23 billion

estimated downstream value

382,000

total acres of land for growing apples

67%

apple crop grown for fresh consumption

30%

Apple crop processed for juice and apple food products

1 out of 4

fresh apples are exported

3rd largest

apple producer worldwide

$396 million

approximate annual export value to Mexico & Canada

7,000+

varieties grown in U.S.

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USApple is a member-driven association that represents all segments of the apple industry, including growers, packers, shippers, marketers, processors, suppliers, state/regional associations, and other businesses engaged in the industry.

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