A New Release Developed at Cornell's
Agricultural Experiment Station in Geneva, NY

  • Fortune is a hybrid of Empire by 'Schohare Spy' (a sport of 'Northern Spy')
  • Extensively tested by growers as NY429
  • So successful in trials, growers requested it by name
  • Combines desirable attributes of both parents
  • Good consumer acceptance in taste tests
  • Bred by apple breeders at Geneva for quality and adaptability
  • Dual purpose for fresh and processing markets
  • Sprightly balance of sugar & acid
  • Crisp, cream-colored flesh
  • Highly colored
  • Large size
  • Excellent taste

See also New York Food and Life Sciences Bulletin No. 147, 'Fortune' Apple


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