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Thursday, October 17, 2024

Sweden's Apple Harvest Booms Amid Ideal Weather

Published: 2024-08-13

This year marks an exceptional season for apple harvests across Sweden, with many regions experiencing a bumper crop.

Favorable weather conditions, including a warm spring and the absence of late frosts, have contributed to the abundant fruiting of apple trees.

Experts like Åslög Dahl from Gothenburg University and Åsa Bryngelsson, an apple grower, highlight the significant increase in apple production compared to previous years.

However, the heavy fruiting poses risks, such as branches breaking under the weight of the apples.

While regions like Västerängens and Gotland anticipate record harvests, southern areas face challenges due to frost and hail.

Despite the plentiful harvest, apple prices are expected to rise due to increased production costs and less favorable conditions in other parts of Europe.