Superfresh Growers reports that Washington State apple supply remains strong heading into the transition to the 2026-2027 crop, with ample volume of varieties like Honeycrisp still available. However, Keegan Morford, director of apple sales, notes that Red Delicious and Gala are running tighter compared to previous years, with reduced supplies in those specific varieties.
This transition window matters because eastern apple supplies are already nearly depleted, meaning the Pacific Northwest is the primary domestic source right now. Good overall availability is a positive signal, but the tightness in Red Delicious and Gala could create gaps for buyers who rely on those varieties to anchor value-tier programs.
Buyers sourcing Red Delicious or Gala at volume should check in with PNW shippers sooner rather than later. The broader apple supply picture looks manageable, but those two varieties may require more proactive program planning than the headline supply numbers suggest.