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Red Delicious enjoyed its prime time in the 1980s and unfortunately, the apple’s rapid popularity led to its subsequent downfall. During its heyday, the Red Delicious was indeed delicious, but ...
The maligned Red Delicious apple once was Washington state’s No. 1 apple crop. To some, “Reds” had their taste bred out. But they’re still here, tied at No. 2.
But don't count out the Red Delicious just yet. Our former No. 1 apple has slipped just one spot to be our second favorite choice and is expected to claim 12.3% of the market.
Gala, Red Delicious, Granny Smith – there are so many types of apples to choose from. Beyond sweet and tart, these ones have the most health benefits.
“In terms of color, apples can range from green (like granny smith) to yellow (like golden delicious), to red (like empire and gala), and often a mix of colors (like honeycrisp),” Kelle… ...
But for decades, Red Delicious growers found a fine home abroad — India. In 2017, Washington apple exports hit a high of $120 million. But a steel and aluminum tariff slapped on India by the ...