A stable apple processing market translates into stable production of processed apples, says a central New York State orchardist. “I’m very glad to have a stable processing market because it helps to maximize the value of the fruit at each level, with the most value going to fresh, then processed, then juice,” said Charles “Chip” Bailey of Williamson, New York. While industry stability can be positive, Bailey is concerned that the market for processed apples is not growing. Innovations in packaging and new products are needed to keep the processed market from declining. 1,000 bushels per acre The processed market […]