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American Pomological Society

Volume 17 Number 4 Article 5 Pages: 65-65
Year 1963 Month 7
Title: Apple Variety Trends in North Carolina
Author: APS
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Abstract:
The apple industry in North Carolina is confined mainly to mountainous areas. Tbe 1962 crop amounted to some four million bushels in this state, according to M.H. Kolbe, Extension Horticulturist, of North Carolina State College, at Raleigh. The chief varieties are 'Rome Beauty', 'Delicious', 'Starman', and 'Golden Delicious'. The varieties most popular in new plantings are 'Golden Delicious' and the red sports of 'Delicious'.

       

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