Apple Grower Of The Year Finds Success In Hard Work, Integrated Approach

Gary Mount’s desire to seek out the best methods of growing and selling his fruit have guided him to the top of his industry.

Darrel Oakes uses the influence of his father and other family members a strong presence in the Eastern apple industry.

Raralph Broetje’s dedication to the industry means growing the highest quality fruit and creating a better life for his employees.

The 2002 Apple Grower Of The Year has been in and out of Washington apple orchards all his life, but his contributions to the industry make him stand out.

Strategic marketing is an essential element to a successful operation, so, who better to ask about marketing approaches […]

This diversified grower turns negative market conditions into a positive bottom line with a yes-I-can attitude.

1999 Ed Wittenbach, Belding, MI Little has changed in Ed Wittenbach’s orchards over the last year, but he’s […]

This Apple Grower of the Year has achieved this honor not by following but by becoming someone to follow.

Dave and George Allan claim American Fruit Grower® magazine’s top honor by ‘targeting’ premium fruit on the tree.

New York apple grower George Lamont is an industry leader who has had to cope with some personal setbacks.

Taking risks is central to this Washington apple grower’s success.

This Ohio orchardist believes growers have a positive message to tell consumers.

This Washington apple grower goes out on a limb to nurture the apple industry to its top potential.

While the Thome’s don’t like to “toot their horn,” it is evident that their involvement in the apple industry more than qualifies them for this award

When it comes to pesticide issues affecting the apple industry, this New Hampshire grower has taken a leadership role, both in Washington, D.C., and in his own orchard

This octogenarian Washington grower has a long list of accomplishments, but he sees more opportunities ahead.

This Pennsylvania grower’s leadership has helped the apple industry weather a crisis.