Growers expect a bumper crop of 278.5 million bushels of apples to fill orchards and homes across the United States this season. That’s up 1.3% from last season and adds even more pressure to a market already dealing with oversupply. With so many apples coming in, producers and home cooks are working to keep the surplus moving and prevent waste.

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Rather than feeling overwhelmed, many are finding ways to preserve and repurpose the apple surplus. Cider makers and home bakers are turning it into drinks and desserts that keep the harvest in demand.

Embracing an apple surplus

After two consecutive years of above‑average production, U.S. apple growers anticipate another strong harvest for the 2025-2026 crop year. The U.S. Apple Association projects total productio

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