Apple Cold Storage and Honeycrisp Challenges with Dr. Randy Beaudry

Dr. Randy Beaudry, a post-harvest physiologist working at Michigan State University talks about Honeycrisp apples and why they are tricky to grow and store.

Learn more about how to store apples over the winter - both as a professional grower and as a home grower using an ordinary fridge - in this article.

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Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:

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The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:

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How to Graft Fruit Trees:

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• (00:00) - Halloween Traditions and Modern Celebrations
• (01:10) - Challenges of Growing Honeycrisp Apples
• (02:12) - Expert Insights with Dr. Randy Beaudry
• (04:44) - Common Disorders in Honeycrisp Apples
• (08:26) - Best Practices for Storing Apples
• (13:08) - Listener Questions and Expert Answers: Shiny Apples
• (18:53) - Innovations in Apple Storage
• (25:00) - Steps to Harvesting and Storing Apples
• (25:55) - Temperature Control for Apple Storage
• (26:35) - Preventing Apple Ripening with Ethylene Management
• (27:25) - Innovative Storage Techniques and Tools
• (29:08) - Addressing Organic Concerns and Additional Storage Tips
• (31:16) - Developing Storage Recipes for Different Growers
• (32:45) - Listener Questions: Apple Varieties and Storage
• (39:38) - Home Storage Solutions for Apples
• (49:04) - Wrapping Up: Final Tips and Farewell