The availabilty of organic apples in your local supermarket is a fairly recent phenomenon. Sure, some dedicated health food stores have had a small offering in the past, but the product was often unattractive, insect-ridden and very expensive. Consumers are now aware that high-quality organic fruit is readily available, and that it is as attractive in appearance as conventionally grown fruit. Commercially grown apples are raised primarily for portability and appearance. Taste and nutrition are secondary.
Organic produce is more flavorful and nutritious, without health risks or chemical contaminants.
To bring locally grown organic fruits to customers all year 'round, Soczek has entered a cooperative venture with The AppleWorks of Germantown, Wisconsin, and The Up North Company in East Lansing, Michigan. Organic or sustainable agriculture's foremost principles are food safety and a healthy environment. How we care for our food and earth is how we care for our health, our children, and future generations. In 1996, Michigan alone produced 725 million pounds of apples. Most were conventionally grown.