Quebec apple producers report a strong harvest in 2026, linking the improvement to recent U.S. tariffs and the rollout of fruit varieties developed within the province.
The tariffs imposed on competing imports from the United States have lessened external competition, while the introduction of new apple cultivars created locally has boosted production.
Growers note that ongoing development of new cultivars and the impact of trade measures affecting U.S. markets have together supported the successful season.