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Variety of apple

Fuji is a variety of apple that is known for its sweet flavor and crisp texture. It was developed in Japan in the late 1930s and brought to market in 1962. Fuji apples are a cross between two American apple varieties, the Red Delicious and the Ralls Janet.

History[edit]

The Fuji apple was developed at the Tohoku Research Station in Fujisaki, Aomori, Japan. The researchers aimed to create an apple that combined the best characteristics of the Red Delicious and Ralls Janet apples. The result was the Fuji apple, which quickly gained popularity in Japan and later around the world.

Characteristics[edit]

Fuji apples are large, typically weighing about 200 to 300 grams. They have a dense flesh that is sweeter and crisper than many other apple varieties. The skin of a Fuji apple is typically red with yellow undertones, and it is known for its long shelf life, making it a popular choice for both consumers and retailers.

Cultivation[edit]

Fuji apples are grown in many countries around the world, including the United States, China, and Australia. They thrive in temperate climates and are typically harvested in late autumn. The trees are known for their vigorous growth and high yield.

Uses[edit]

Fuji apples are versatile and can be used in a variety of culinary applications. They are often eaten raw due to their sweet flavor and crisp texture. Fuji apples are also used in baking, salads, and sauces. Their sweetness makes them a popular choice for apple juice and cider production.

Market and Popularity[edit]

Fuji apples have become one of the most popular apple varieties worldwide. In the United States, they are among the top-selling apple varieties. Their popularity is attributed to their sweetness, crispness, and long shelf life.

Varieties[edit]

There are several strains of Fuji apples, each with slight variations in color, size, and flavor. Some of the popular strains include the Auvil Early Fuji, Beni Shogun, and Myra Fuji. These strains have been developed to improve certain characteristics such as color and harvest time.

Storage[edit]

Fuji apples are known for their excellent storage capabilities. They can be stored for several months without losing their flavor or texture. This makes them a favorite among retailers and consumers who wish to enjoy apples out of season.

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-'''Fuji (apple)'''
+{{short description|Variety of apple}}
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-The '''Fuji apple''' is a [[apple cultivar]] developed by growers at the [[Tohoku Research Station]] in [[Fujisaki, Aomori]], [[Japan]], and brought to market in 1962. It is a cross between two American apple varieties, the [[Red Delicious]] and old [[Virginia Ralls Genet]] apples.
+[[File:Rosaceae_Malus_pumila_Malus_pumila_Var_domestica_Apples_Fuji.jpg|thumb|right|Fuji apples on a tree]]
-== History ==
+'''Fuji''' is a variety of [[apple]] that is known for its sweet flavor and crisp texture. It was developed in [[Japan]] in the late 1930s and brought to market in 1962. Fuji apples are a cross between two American apple varieties, the [[Red Delicious]] and the [[Ralls Janet]].
-The Fuji apple was developed in the late 1930s at the Tohoku Research Station in Fujisaki, Aomori, Japan. It was named after the famous [[Mount Fuji]], but not because of any specific connection to the mountain, rather because Fujisaki is in the prefecture of Aomori, where Mount Fuji is located.
+==History==
+The Fuji apple was developed at the Tohoku Research Station in [[Fujisaki, Aomori]], [[Japan]]. The researchers aimed to create an apple that combined the best characteristics of the Red Delicious and Ralls Janet apples. The result was the Fuji apple, which quickly gained popularity in Japan and later around the world.
-== Characteristics ==
+==Characteristics==
+[[File:Apfel-Fuji.jpg|thumb|left|Apfel Fuji]]
+Fuji apples are large, typically weighing about 200 to 300 grams. They have a dense flesh that is sweeter and crisper than many other apple varieties. The skin of a Fuji apple is typically red with yellow undertones, and it is known for its long shelf life, making it a popular choice for both consumers and retailers.
-Fuji apples are typically large or very large and round, on average the size of a baseball. They contain between 9–11% sugars by weight and have a dense, sweet, and crisp flesh. The skin of a Fuji apple is thick and its color is a combination of red, green, and yellow.
+==Cultivation==
+Fuji apples are grown in many countries around the world, including the [[United States]], [[China]], and [[Australia]]. They thrive in temperate climates and are typically harvested in late autumn. The trees are known for their vigorous growth and high yield.
-== Cultivation ==
+==Uses==
+[[File:Fuji_apples.jpg|thumb|right|Fuji apples]]
+Fuji apples are versatile and can be used in a variety of culinary applications. They are often eaten raw due to their sweet flavor and crisp texture. Fuji apples are also used in baking, salads, and sauces. Their sweetness makes them a popular choice for apple juice and cider production.
-Fuji apples are among the most widely grown apple varieties. By the 1980s, they became one of the most popular apple varieties in Japan and by the 1990s, one of the most popular in the United States. They are now grown in traditional apple-growing states such as [[Washington (state)|Washington]], [[Michigan]], and [[New York (state)|New York]]. They are also grown in [[New Zealand]], [[Chile]], and [[China]], which is the largest producer of Fuji apples, producing over 50% of the global total in 2016.
+==Market and Popularity==
+[[File:Malus-Fuji.jpg|thumb|left|Malus Fuji]]
+Fuji apples have become one of the most popular apple varieties worldwide. In the United States, they are among the top-selling apple varieties. Their popularity is attributed to their sweetness, crispness, and long shelf life.
-== Uses ==
+==Varieties==
+There are several strains of Fuji apples, each with slight variations in color, size, and flavor. Some of the popular strains include the Auvil Early Fuji, Beni Shogun, and Myra Fuji. These strains have been developed to improve certain characteristics such as color and harvest time.
-Fuji apples are primarily eaten raw and are commonly used in salads due to their sweet, crisp nature. They are also used in baking and can be stored for a long period compared to other apple varieties.
+==Storage==
+Fuji apples are known for their excellent storage capabilities. They can be stored for several months without losing their flavor or texture. This makes them a favorite among retailers and consumers who wish to enjoy apples out of season.
-== See also ==
+==Related pages==
+* [[Apple]]
+* [[Red Delicious]]
+* [[Ralls Janet]]
 * [[List of apple cultivars]]
-* [[Agriculture in Japan]]
-* [[Apple production in the United States]]
+[[File:Fuji_apple_with_PLU_code.jpg|thumb|right|Fuji apple with PLU code]]
+==See also==
+* [[Fruit]]
+* [[Horticulture]]
+* [[Agriculture]]
+[[File:Apples_in_the_supermarket.JPG|thumb|left|Apples in the supermarket]]
+{{Apple cultivars}}
 [[Category:Apple cultivars]]
-[[Category:Fruit stubs]]
+[[Category:Japanese fruit]]
-{{apple}}
+[[Category:Fruit originating in Japan]]
-{{food-stub}}
-<gallery>
-File:Rosaceae_Malus_pumila_Malus_pumila_Var_domestica_Apples_Fuji.jpg
-</gallery>