YAKIMA, Wash. — The Washington State Tree Fruit Association has released its 2025 apple forecast, and the numbers suggest good news for growers.

The crop is estimated at 142 million standard forty-pound boxes of fresh apples. This on top of hurdles like a drought and tariffs.

In short, apple growth is strong. Jon DeVaney the president of the Washington State Tree Fruit Association said the harvest started Aug. 1 and all systems are a go.

“This year, even amid unusually warm and dry conditions, growing conditions remained strong overall and we are expecting another large harvest with high-quality fruit. That’s a testament to our growers’ expertise and the strength of Washington’s apple industry. It’s good for our economy, our communities and consumers everywhere.” said Derek Sandison, Di

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