Apple and Pear Production Expected to Return to Normal Levels

The production of apples and pears for the 2025 crop is predicted to reach average levels. Although there were concerns about potential production decreases due to low-temperature damage and hail experienced earlier this year, temperatures have risen since mid-May, and with reduced pest occurrences, crop growth is recovering from its previously sluggish state. The Korea Rural Economic Institute recently released these findings in its main fruit and vegetable crop forecast. Apple Production Up to 469,700 Tons Expected to Exceed Last Year and Average Volumes Pear Cultivation Area Reduced but Production Increased Projected at 209,600 Tons, 17% Higher than Previous Year According to the institute, the 2025 apple crop's growth conditions are favorable and generally better than last year. While there were initial concerns about low-temperature damage during spring flowering potentially impacting apple production, improved weather conditions after fruit setting and fewer pest occurrences ...