Articles by Amaya Atucha

The Rise Of Apple Clubs And Trademark Varieties Of Fruit

Janet van Zoeren
UW-Extension
Amaya Atucha
UW-Extension
Thursday, November 3, 2016 - 3:00pm
Apples are one of the few produce items marketed by cultivar name — consumers will pay more for particular varieties that offers better taste, color and flavor. The nature of this market has been proven by the outstanding success of Honeycrisp apples.

Picking The Holstein Cox And Other Antique Apples In Wisconsin Orchards

Janet van Zoeren
UW-Extension
Amaya Atucha
UW-Extension
Friday, September 23, 2016 - 12:00pm
Autumn is just around the corner, and instead of lamenting the end of summer, many Wisconsinites embrace cooler weather with fall activities. One favorite excursion around the state is apple picking, which goes hand-in-hand with cider, donuts and pie.
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How Wisconsin Fruits Were Hit By A Late Spring Frost

Amaya Atucha
UW-Extension
Tuesday, May 24, 2016 - 9:35am
Every year as spring unfolds, fruit growers around Wisconsin start feeling anxious, wondering whether a late frost will harm their crop.