Red âHotâ apple continues to impress The first apple to be commercially released from the Hot Climate Programme is receiving rave reviews from growers in Italy, France and the UK, after a series of evaluations in 2020. A group of selected growers and marketers are reporting that âHOT84A1â is growing well, and features an attractive, rich red colour with excellent texture and a sweet taste. Growers have also discovered that the apple performs equally as well in temperate climates, as it does in hot climates. âThis is an exciting find and proves that this apple is well suited to many different geographiesâ says Gary Wellwood, T&Gâs Global Variety Development Manager. âIt opens up further opportunities for growers in both the Northern and Southern hemispheres and provides an opportunity for year-round supply.â