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  • June 2007 Issue

    • Guardian of the logo

    One of the Washington Apple Commission's major roles is to protect its intellectual property—such as the famous Washington apple logo. Digital imaging has made counterfeiting easier.

    Washington Apple Commission President Dave Carlson wears the Washington apple logo in blue. Imitation is a form of flattery, they say, but the Washington Apple Commission doesn’t see it that way. Though the commission is no longer promoting Washington apples on the scale that it used to, it is still strongly protecting the famous Washington apple logo from wannabes and imposters. The commission has been in the business of promoting Washington apples since 1937. Its logo has been updated over the years, with the current design being unveiled in 1982. The logo, which is generally red with the blue, underlined […]

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    Geraldine Warner
    Geraldine Warner was the editor of Good Fruit Grower from 1992-2015. During her tenure, she planned and prepared editorial content, wrote for the magazine, and managed the editorial team. Read her stories: Story Index
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