World Apple Review
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Foreword 2
Table of Contents 3
Tables 6
Charts 8
The Drive for Quality 9
1. Past World Apple Production 16
Apple Area Rebound Continues 16
Effect of Rising Yields 17
World Apple Production Sets New Records in 2016 19
Apples in the Global Fruit Complex 20
Factors Affecting World Fruit and Berry Production 23
Imports as an Indicator of Changing Fruit Preferences 24
Fresh Apple Role in Snack Foods and Drinks 27
Trends among Major Producing Countries 31
Common Factors Affecting Key Apple Producing Countries 32
Quality of the Natural Environment 32
Enhancing or Combating Nature 33
Capital Availability 33
Labor Availability 34
Role of Public Infrastructure 35
Advancing Technology 35
Purchased Inputs 36
Handling Facilities 36
Marketing Infrastructure 37
Managed or Club Varieties 37
Role of Food Activists 38
Retailers. Agents of Stress 39
Government as Partner 39
