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Yes! Apples is a consumer-focused brand that New York Apple Sales launched in 2019. Powered by more than 100 years of experience, New York Apple Sales is comprised of professionals that have spent years in the produce industry and have been a part of all aspects of the industry.

“The weather this year has been much more conducive to fruit growing than last year, with abundant rain and moderate temperatures,” said Jessica Wells, executive director of Crunch Time Apple Growers. “Recent heat is helping build sugar, and as we approach fall, we are hoping to have some cool nights, which will help color the […]

The third Eastern Produce Council Leadership Class experienced key aspects of the produce logistics and distribution system with a tour of the Philadelphia Wholesale Produce Market and Holt Logistics on May 11. “In this first event of our current leadership program we were excited to engage this group of talented industry professionals with such crucial […]

Yes! Apples, the woman-owned and New York-grown apple brand of New York Apple Sales, Glenmont, N.Y., is one of more than 100 brands showcased at Pop Up Grocer — possibly one of the first traveling pop-up grocery stores. The trendy pop-up shop is debuting in Chicago now through May 30 in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood, according to a […]

Ever since Glenmont, NY-based New York Apple Sales launched Yes! Apples in 2019, the consumer-friendly apple brand has worked to become a force in the industry. “Powered by over 100 years of experience, New York Apple Sales is made up of professionals that have spent years in the produce industry and have been a part […]

family background / Chelsea grew up on the family farm, Van Acker Farms, graduated from Cornell University and works in field services for New York Apples Sales. She’s the daughter of Dan and Lori Van Acker. age/28 grower/Williamson, New York crops/Apples, peaches and tart cherries business/New York Apple Sales Inc. How did you get your start? […]

(New York, NY – October 2nd, 2020) – Pop Up Grocer, the world’s first-ever traveling pop-up grocery store, will bring its roster of innovative consumer brands to New York this fall for a month-long residency in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Opening October 2nd through November 1st, Pop Up Grocer will showcase a select group of qualifying brands, […]