Why Happiness and the Apple Grower of the Year Award Make a Great Pair

Dave Gleason gains global perspective as a member of the recent International Tree Fruit Association tour in Italy.

Daniel Allan Boyer, 68, was an energetic apple grower who traveled the world, sharing information about his prize orchards in Pennsylvania.

Estimate translates to 1.7% decrease year over year.

Laura Tisch, a mother of five, has wasted no time turning her Munchkey Apples into a thriving business.

Kenny Barnwell stays on top of industry issues — in and out of the orchard.

Dave Gleason has reached the stage of his career where he’s a mentor to young growers, but he certainly hasn’t stopped learning.

Check out a complete list of all those nominated for this year’s industry honor.

Don’t miss out. The clock is ticking to submit candidates for the 2022 Apple Grower of the Year award.

Growers are often humble by nature, so it’s up to you to share how they shine.

USApple also launches new in-depth Apple Outlook Report that pegs 2021-2022 production at just more than 11 billion pounds.

A collaboration state of mind helps put shine on this year’s Apple Grower of the Year Award recipients.

Brookdale Fruit Farm excels thanks to a father-son team that always looks forward but will never forget a cherished member of the family, business, and community.

If the U.S. had a national fruit, it would be the apple. Check out the impressive list of potential candidates for this year’s industry honor.

Conference will include presentation of the Apple Grower of the Year award.

Even though the apple industry honor has been presented to deserving individuals for more than three decades, the future looks to have much more in store.

The award, now in its 33rd year, recognizes apple growers who have reached outstanding levels of success. Nominate someone and make their day.

See what the Apple Grower of the Year award sponsor has to say about this year’s winner and their commitment to growers.

Since 1989, American Fruit Grower has honored influential apple growers such as Grady Auvil, George Lamont, Bill Zirkle, and Ralph Broetje. Take a look at the winners of this prestigious award.