New Brunswick apple growers are teaming up with producers across the country. According to a report from the Revelstoke Review, growers from five provinces formed a new organization called Apples Canada / Pommes Canada. This group includes British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.

Image Credit: Nadia Bélanger / Apples Canada

Building a Unified Front

The coalition brings together about 900 apple growers. They want a unified voice to secure better trade deals and more grocery shelf space. When you shop for groceries, this group wants to ensure you find local apples front and center.

Crop Estimates and Challenges

Apples Canada finalized the crop estimate for this year. The harvest sits at 18.9 million bushels. This is a slightly smaller yield than the 2025 season.

Charles Stevens serves as the chair of Apples Canada. He says a strong fruit sector helps the country navigate challenging times. These challenges include trade uncertainties, climate change and market upheavals.

Stevens notes that local apples on grocery shelves ensure consumers get the quality and freshness they expect.

When you visit the produce section, you will see the main varieties supported by this group. These include Gala, Honeycrisp, Ambrosia and McIntosh.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Apples Canada?

Apples Canada is a new organization representing about 900 apple growers from New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec, Ontario and British Columbia.

How many apples will growers produce this year?

The organization forecasts a harvest of 18.9 million bushels for the current year.

What are the most common apple varieties grown by this group?

The main varieties include Gala, Honeycrisp, Ambrosia and McIntosh.