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Apple Facts

  • Apple trees are a member of the Rose family

  • There are many different varieties and colours from Red to Green and Yellow

  • Apples can be crisp, crunchy, soft and smooth, sweet and tart, depending upon the one you choose

  • Apples contain vitamins A and C, potassium, Pectin and Fibre

  • Apples are a very inexpensive healthy snack

  • We like to Say “An Apple a day keeps the doctor away” – it will take more than an apple to keep you healthy but it is a step in the right direction

  • Over 650 tonnes of apples are grown at Broomfields every year

  • Over 100,000 tonnes are grown in England

  • Over 8 million tonnes are grown in Europe

  • 60 million Tonnes are grown in the world

  • Half of the apples grown are eaton fresh the rest are used for juices, cider and processing

  • Encourage your children to eat their apples with the skin on – almost half of the vitamin C is just under the skin.