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Tis the season–for apples! This vibrant, multi-hued fruit is a member of the rose family, and each fall, you can find a wide variety of locally grown apples on the produce shelves at Seward Co-op. Minnesota has commercial apple orchards in nearly 90% of its counties, and there are more than 330,000 acres of apples…

Produce at its Peak: It’s Apple Season

September 15, 2016

Crab apples were the only apples growing reliably in Minnesota before the mid-1800s, but years of experimentation and tree losses from harsh winters have resulted in our state producing some of the most flavorful and unique apples you will find. A short growing season and variable pest problems in local apple orchards make Midwestern organic… Read More →

Fall Apple Harvest

September 28, 2021

Fall Apple Harvest We are past the fall equinox, which brings crisp air – and an abundance of crisp, locally-grown apples! One can certainly bake a pie, but we have a few more suggestions for how to enjoy all that the apple harvest has to offer. To learn about the best uses and flavor profiles…