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

Some varieties get brown and blister on the tree. Others drop prematurely, before ripening. Decades ago, Chris Walsh – now an emeritus professor at the University of Maryland – started researching and ...

Trees are still heavy with some varieties of apples, so we’re sharing recommendations for Connecticut’s best orchards, cider ...

If you're an apple lover, head east and don ... daily except Tuesdays through end of October. Varieties Gala, Cortland, Empire, Granny Smith, Yellow Delicious, Red Delicious, Honeycrisp, Rome ...

Flowering trees can make a big statement when they're in full bloom. Every yard should have at least one such tree.

Fruit as a sweet addition to grilled cheese is a game-changer. For the perfect mix of gourmet and comfort, try these ...

If you want peppery greens to spice up your vegetable garden consider growing mustard greens and arugula, also known as rocket. These cabbage family relatives grow like weeds and will gladly self-sow ...

Costco is known for selling its products in bulk, and produce is not exempt from this. Here is how you can stock up on ...

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Republican nominee Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris made some of their final pitches to voters over the weekend. USA TODAY Congress & Campaigns Reporter Riley Beggin talks through the ...

Peak fall colors will soon disappear in Michigan, with a few days left to enjoy views in the state. Here's what to know.

OCTOBER heralds the beginning of pumpkin season. Over the course of the month, they will be used for a variety of non-culinary purposes. In Belgium, they are hollowed out for boat races, and in ...