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About apples

Apples (Malus domestica) have been cultivated for thousands of years. They grow in temperate climates and come in thousands of varieties with distinct textures, colors, and flavors.

Apples are versatile — eaten raw, baked, juiced, or cooked into sauces and desserts.

Tech & innovation

AgriTech

Precision growing

Orchards use soil moisture sensors, weather stations, and satellite imagery to optimize irrigation and predict yields.

Optical sorting

High-speed cameras and ML models grade apples by size, color, and defects — improving consistency and reducing waste.

Cold chain

Controlled-atmosphere storage lowers oxygen and temperature to slow respiration, preserving texture and flavor.

Genomics

DNA sequencing accelerates breeding for disease resistance, firmness, and shelf life while maintaining taste.

Data insight

JSON

Sample data structure for a variety record:

{
  "name": "Granny Smith",
  "taste": ["tart", "crisp"],
  "bestUses": ["pie", "salad", "baking"],
  "sugarBrix": 12.1,
  "harvestWindow": {"start": "late-September", "end": "October"}
}

Buying & storing