BelleHarvest is one of the largest shippers of apples east of the Mississippi River, with a consistent supply of fresh and controlled atmosphere products from August through June.

Our growers utilize the most current horticultural practices regarding variety selection, rootstock, pruning, thinning, and pest/chemical management. Most are second and third generation growers dedicated to producing exceptional fruit for the fresh market on predominantly new acreage with high density dwarf plantings.

They farm in varying climates and field conditions around the state to maintain steady supply and minimize inconsistent product. What's more, BelleHarvest's full time staff of quality control specialists continually monitor production to ensure that each case exceeds industry or customer specifications.

Few apple shippers can offer as many varieties of packaging sizes. But if we don't have exactly what you need, we'll custom-pack to your specifications.

So, call us. We'll bring our best to you and 'exceed your expectations'.


Varieties

BelleHarvest offers over 16 varieties of fresh refrigerated and controlled atmosphere apples. We offer both traditional and exotic varieties for you to choose from.


Paula-Red - Tangy flavor, firm texture defines this first of the season favorite.

Red Delicious - Known world-wide for its crispness and sweet flavor.

Golden Delicious - World's second most popular variety of apple.

Jonathan - A medium-sized fruit that's juicy and tart.

McIntosh - The flesh is tender-sweet and aromatic.

Ida Red - Popular apple with bright red color, firm flesh and tangy flavor. Cross between Jonathan and Wagner.

Law Rome - Large, round, and full red apple. Best appreciated as a baking apple.

Stayman - Winesap type apple that's richly flavored, aromatic and crisp.

Cortland - Bright red color with green yellow splashes; good all-purpose apple.

Spartan - Dual purpose apple with superior cooking qualities.

Empire - Cross between Red Delicious and McIntosh, combining the best of both varieties. An International favorite.

Royal Gala - Very flavorful, spicy sweet; the best eating variety around.

Jon A Gold - Large, juicy, golden-orange apple with a firm texture. Cross between Jonathan and Golden Delicious.

Fuji - Very firm and crunchy apple with outstanding sweetness.

Crispin - Light green to yellow color; excellent dessert apple.

Ginger Gold - Firm texture with spicy, sweet flavor.


Packaging

  • Carton - bushel, bulk (2 1/2", 2 3/4", and 3" sizes)

  • Bagged - 12/3#, 10/4#, 8/5#, 5/8#, 4/10# (2 1/4", 2 1/2", 2 3/4", and 3" sizes)

  • Cell Pack - 80, 96 and 120 count

  • Tray - from 56-216 count (Export and Heavy Packs)

  • Tri-wall bins - with bulk fruit (3#, 5#, or 10# bags)

BelleHarvest brand apples can be custom packed to specific customer needs.


Availability

Fresh apple harvest starts in August with peak production beginning in late September and continuing into early November. Controlled atmosphere apples are available from November through June.