Lynnell Brandt is involved in the international introduction of new tree fruit varieties. New apple varieties must be managed on a global basis, says Yakima, Washington, ­nurseryman Lynnell Brandt, and it takes ­international cooperation to achieve that. Many new apple varieties are being developed around the world, as breeders try to improve on existing varieties in an effort to encourage people to eat more apples. Consumers, retailers, marketers, and producers all want better products, Brandt said. However, there’s not enough room on the retail shelf for all of them. “I think there’s always a need to have something new, something […]