Washington Apple Crop Facts Harvest of Washington apples begins
in mid-August and generally ends in early November. Each year,
the state apple crop destined for the fresh market is estimated
over 100 million boxes... Learn More Grades and Sizing at a
Glance Washington State apples are subjected to the most
stringent grading standards in the country. In 1915, the state
established the first grade standards in the nation for apples.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture adopted... Learn More Care
and Handling - Selection: An apple's skin should be shiny, not
dull. This tip's important ... dull appearing apples won't be
crisp and tasty. - Your apples should be firm and free of
bruises and punctures... Learn More Washington Apple History In
the fertile valleys and plateaus of America's far west, growers
tend orchards that produce the world's best apples... Learn More
Controlled Atmosphere Storage (CA) Eating crisp, juicy
Washington apples year-round is possible due to controlled
atmosphere storage. Known simply as "