Will the environment continue to support growing and cultivating apples? Here's the data: Apples have been a food staple for thousands of years. Changes in climate and the earth present a challenge to the continuing growth of apples. Not so red Slowly rising temperatures cause apple growing to be more difficult. Too much heat causes color darkening and striations. Early frost affects the texture. Water A raw, unpeeled, medium-sized apple contains about 86% water. Local water quality makes a difference in every tree, every fruit, every apple eater. Rain and heat Increased rainfall and earlier springs bring more pests, weeds and infections to orchards. The changing climate has created more barriers to growing apples and other fruit. Apples are the most consumed fruit in the U.S., followed closely by Apples & economy oranges. In 2019 the average U.S. per person consumption of all forms of apples had increased to about 26.3 pounds. One of every three apples grown in the U.S. is exported, but foreign markets also present a great deal of competition. The full impact of COVID-19 on the sale of apples is not yet The effects of COVID- known. During the economic crisis of 2008-2009, apple 19 sales remained stable. Historically, apples have been a staple food and economic downturns have not affected sales in a significant way. Food as medicine: apples Besides providing hydration, apples contain fiber, antioxidants to fight heart disease, are low in carbs to keep that a1c blood sugar down, and may augment brain health, as part of a plant-based diet that includes non-root fruits and vegetables like apples. theevillegood.bulletin.com
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