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With Virginia apple producers expecting one of their largest harvests in years, consumers can expect Virginia grocery stores to be stocked with a wide variety of Virginia apples. Newer varieties that once originated in other countries and were considered somewhat exotic, now are grown in Virginia, and are fast gaining in popularity, taking their place among traditional Virginia favorites.
“The Reds and Golds, Romes, Yorks and Stayman apples still are our top five sellers. But varieties like Fujis which originated in Japan and Galas which originated in New Zealand are making a big dent.” noted Nancy Israel, Executive Director of the Virginia Apple Growers Association.
“And of course, the Ginger Gold, which was discovered right here in Central Virginia after hurricane Camile in 1969, is now being grown throughout the United States and in other countries as well, its popularity is growing fast,” added Israel.
One of the reasons for the growing popularity of these three varieties is their sweet taste. And because of this year’s dry mild-season weather, Virginia’s sweet apples will have a higher sugar content, making them even more
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