The article provides an overview of the apple harvest in the Lake Geneva basin, indicating that it is on track and expected to complete by October, contributing to about 18% of Switzerland's apple production. It addresses concerns about the nutritional value of apples, debunking claims of significant vitamin C decrease since the 1950s by highlighting the influence of factors like fruit variety, exposure, harvest date, and shelf life. The region's apple industry is praised for its efficiency and effort to minimize losses through the production of apple juice, thereby utilizing a wide range of apple varieties and sizes. Additionally, the article promotes a website for users to explore more about the region's apple producers.