History of Apple in Timeline

An apple is a widely cultivated, round, edible fruit originating from Central Asia. The domestic apple tree, part of the *Malus* genus, has been grown for millennia in Eurasia and later introduced to North America by European colonists. Apples hold cultural and mythological significance in various societies and religions.

1922: Phrase 'An apple a day keeps the doctor away' First Recorded

In 1922, the phrasing "an apple a day keeps the doctor away", which is now commonly used, was first recorded.

1991: 'Honeycrisp' Released by the University of Minnesota

In 1991, the 'Honeycrisp' apple was released by the University of Minnesota. It became famous for its crispness and juiciness.

1994: Washington State University Apple Breeding Program Started

In 1994, Washington State University started a program to support their home state's apple industry.

2008: 'SweeTango' Introduced by the University of Minnesota

In 2008, the 'SweeTango', a cross between the 'Honeycrisp' and the 'Zestar' apples, was introduced by the University of Minnesota.

2010: Apple Genome Sequenced

In 2010, the apple fruit's genome was sequenced. This was part of research aimed at improving disease control and selective breeding practices in apple production.

2010: First Apple Whole Genome Sequence Completed

In 2010, the first whole genome sequence of an apple was completed based on the diploid cultivar 'Golden Delicious'.

2014: Proposal to Conserve M. domestica Voted Down

In 2014, the Committee for Vascular Plants of the IAPT voted down an earlier proposal to make Malus domestica a conserved name.

2015: FDA Determines Arctic Apples are Safe

In 2015, the US Food and Drug Administration determined that Arctic apples are as safe and nutritious as conventional apples.

April 2017: Committee Decides to Conserve M. domestica

In April 2017, the Committee decided, with a narrow majority, that the newly popular name Malus domestica should be conserved.

June 2017: General Committee Approves Conserving M. domestica

In June 2017, the General Committee of the IAPT decided to approve the change, officially conserving M. domestica.

2017: 'Cosmic Crisp' Released by Washington State University

In 2017, the 'Cosmic Crisp', a cross between the 'Honeycrisp' and the 'Enterprise' apples, was released by Washington State University.

2017: Canadian Food Inspection Agency Determines Arctic Apples are Safe

In 2017, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency determined that Arctic apples are as safe and nutritious as conventional apples.

2019: Arctic Apples Introduced to the US Market

In 2019, Arctic apples, a non-browning group of apples, were introduced to the United States market.

2023: World Apple Production

In 2023, the world production of apples was 97 million tonnes, with China producing 51% of the total.

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