did-you-know-apples

Scientists from Cornell University claim that an apple eaten in the morning has a similar effect on the body as coffee. Moreover, most of the nutritional value is found in the peel, so it’s better to eat apples whole.

Did you know that Steve Jobs followed an apple diet? The legendary founder of Apple ☺ believed that lifestyle directly affects brain function. He cared greatly for his health by trying various “trendy” diets. For weeks, he ate raw fruits and vegetables, such as carrots and apples. In general, he tried to eat only fruits and often fasted to achieve mental clarity.

Do you like Guinness World Records? Today, we have an interesting fact related to apples, of course! The largest variety of this fruit is considered to be Japan’s Hokuto apples, and one of them made it into the Guinness World Records! In 2005, the largest apple ever recorded grew in the orchard of Chisato Iwasaki from Hirosaki, weighing an impressive 1,849 grams.

The apple-growing area in Poland covers just over 155,000 hectares, making up one-third of all European orchards. It’s no surprise that our #fruitgrowers are among the active promoters of sustainable agriculture!

What is the European Green Deal? It is the EU’s sustainable growth strategy, which includes regulations on fruit cultivation. Thanks to this, responsible management of natural resources and socially responsible agricultural practices have a positive impact on the health of people, societies, and the entire planet.

Did you know that bees and other pollinating insects are essential for an apple to grow? They pollinate the blossoms, allowing the fruit to form. That’s why biodiversity is under special protection in Europe.