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Core organic apple varieties go year-round
While the overall Washington state crop is down from last year, Rainier Fruit Co. says its diversity in growing locations mitigated some of the weather events from last spring.
Lady Alice apple variety thrives during unique growing year
December 29, 2020 An unprecedented year highlighted innovation and integrity at Rainier Fruit Co. that lead to groundbreaking and industry-setting standards. “I am extremely proud of the accomplishments we have made in 2020,” said Blake Belknap, vice president of sales. “We have continued to push the envelope and evolve as an industry leader.” "Rooted in family, Rainier has always prided itself on doing what is going to benefit everyone from their farms to the consumer," the company said in a statement. "This is seen in the certifications that were earned in 2020, one of the proude...