date:Jun 02, 2016
, which caused retailers not to carry it in favor of varieties with a 12-month supply. Secondly, Empire production increased in the UK and the popularity of locally-grown relegated imported apples to second place. These two factors are less of an issue today. Retailers are accustomed to switching in and out of varieties on a seasonal basis, and the Empire now enjoys September through August supply. In addition, Empire production in the UK is on the decline due to quality and climate issues. The