There’s nothing quite like biting into a crisp apple plucked right from the tree. But which apple varieties are the optimal for your local climate, which hold the longest, and — perhaps most importantly — which taste the best?
These are just some of the questions that Susan Brown, the head of Cornell’s apple breeding program, will address in this special session. Professor Brown will discuss the science of apple breeding, offer tips and tricks for growing your own apples, and introduce the three newest varieties Cornell is bringing to market: Cordera, Pink Luster, and Firecracker.
Cornell’s apple breeding program is the oldest of its kind in the United States and one of the largest in the world. It has released well over 60 varieties, including such supermarket staples as Cortland, Empire, and Jonagold apples.
