Kate Evans, PhD, a professor in the Department of Horticulture at Washington State University “[Cosmic Crisp apples] combined that ultra crispness of Honeycrisp with a firmer texture ...

USA TODAY spoke with apple breeders, growers and researchers to find the secrets of one of America's most popular fruits.

"“[Cosmic Crisp apples] combined that ultra crispness of Honeycrisp with a firmer texture, loads of juice, and some additional acidity.” " Kate Evans, PhD, a professor in the Department of ...

But both it and the maligned Red Delicious are losing orchard-share every year as new varieties (and not just Honeycrisp) take on the fruit aisle. We tapped three experts for their insights on the hot ...

Although Nov. 7 marks the end of the University of MinnesotaâÄôs patent on the Honeycrisp apple, horticulture Professor Jim Luby said apple lovers should have no fear âÄî the Honeycrisp will still be ...