Michigan Ag News Headlines Riveridge Announces Release of the Prince Apple Michigan Ag Connection - 02/08/2010 Riveridge Produce Marketing is pleased to announce the availability of the Red Prince apple. This unique variety is available in select retail outlets until May. The Royally Crisp, Red Prince apple, is sure to delight apple lovers. The variety provides a rich, full flavor with mildly sweet taste excellent for fresh eating, salads and baking. Its attractive, deep-red exterior reveals an extreme crunch with a juicy, cream-colored flesh. The Red Prince apple hits peak flavor in winter providing consumers with a fresh apple treat in the heart of winter. The Red Prince originated on the German/Holland border in 1994 and is a cross between a Jonathan and Golden Delicious. The variety has the same parentage as Jonagold but with a much different eating characteristic. "Riveridge is excited to bring another unique apple variety to market. The Red Prince apple is one of a kind, and certain to provide a whole new apple experience to U.S. consumers." said Don Armock, president and partner of Riveridge Produce Marketing. Riveridge Produce Marketing, Inc. is a Sparta, Mich.-based company representing produce growers throughout Michigan and North America. Riveridge is located in the Michigan fruit belt known as "The Ridge" providing ideal growing conditions for apples. Copyright © 2010 - USAgNet.com. All Rights Reserved.