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 York Imperial

Fuji.Fuji: The Exotic Sounding Apple that Tastes Right at Home in Virginia Although the name may conjure up images of the Orient, Fuji apples are definitely at home in Virginia. This deliciously sweet apple is actually a cross between all-time favorite Red Delicious and old Virginia Rawls Jennet apples. Its appearance is a distinctive combination of red blush, striped with green and yellow.

The Fuji is a hard-working apple. It's excellent for snacking and for cooking. It stores well, even without refrigeration. For retailers, that means extended shelf life. For consumers, it means the perfect take-along for school lunches and picnics.

Buyers also know the Fuji as the best sweet apple available after November 1, so the delicious flavor and great texture will continue long past other apples for baking, for applesauce, for salads and for snacks.

Shoppers Want Virginia York Imperials

* Crisp and flavorful throughout the season
* Recognizable "lop-sided" shape
* Deep red with green streaks
* Fresh flavor favorite
* First choice for holding texture during cooking and freezing


Retailers Love Virginia York Imperials

* Mid-October through February-the heart of apple season Extended Shelf Life
* Famous for holding texture and flavor-they actually sweeten in storage!

Sized and Packed to Sell
* Tray packs and bags
* PLU stickering available
* Reliable Supply
* Grown in quantity, famous for their performance in storage, you and your customers can depend on steady availability of Virginia York Imperials.

Virginia Apple Varieties:
Fuji
Gala
Ginger Gold
Golden Delicious
Granny Smith
Jonathan
Red Delicious
Rome
Stayman
Winesap
York

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This site is brought to you by the Virginia State Apple Board -- an official commodity board
of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services -- promoting research, education
and marketing efforts for the state's apple industry through assistance to the
Virginia Apple Growers Association.

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434.984.0573, Fax: 434.984.4156