Myth or reality? Producers answer your questions about Quebec apples 🍎


Do all Quebec apples taste the same? Can you find local apples year-round? And do they really grow green apples in Quebec?

To answer these questions — and deconstruct some misconceptions along the way — we gave the floor to those who know Quebec apples best: our producers .

In a series of five video capsules, "Myth or reality?" , eight producers take part and share their knowledge, experience and passion for the profession, directly from the orchard.

🍏 Green apples grow in Quebec: myth or reality?

Yes, not all green apples come from elsewhere! Discover what our producers have to say about the varieties grown here.

See capsule 1
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/IRaZhPYhhRU

🍎 Do all Quebec apples taste the same: myth or reality?

Sweet, tangy, crispy Juicy… each variety has its own personality. Our producers explain why there's something for everyone.

See capsule 2
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/z0H_F_5TPQ4

🛒 Are all apples in grocery stores produced in Quebec? Myth or reality?

How can you tell where the apple you put in your basket comes from? Our producers help us better understand the origin of the apples offered in stores.

See capsule 3
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/4ugTnoMd6cA

🍂 Are Quebec apples only available in the fall: myth or reality?

The harvest is in full swing in the fall, but the work doesn't stop there! Discover how Quebec apples can be enjoyed well beyond the harvest season.

See capsule 4
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/erRPrlmEbFM

❤️ Growing apples in Quebec is a story of passion: myth or reality?

Behind every apple, there are women and men passionate about their work. In this final segment, our producers talk about what motivates them to grow local apples.

See capsule 5
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/412CO6cxy90

Behind every apple, there are people from here!

Through this series, our goal was simple: to bring you closer to the producers who grow apples in Quebec and to let you discover some realities of their profession in their own words.

Because before it ends up in your basket, each apple is the result of expertise, a lot of hard work… and a good dose of passion. 🍎

Thank you to our wonderful producers for their participation:
🍃 Philippe Beauregard, Potager Mont-Rouge Halte Gourmande – our host orchard for the filming
🍃 Charles-Hugo Côté, Roger Côté Orchards
🍃 Sébastien Morrissette, St-François Orchard
🍃 Chloé Boileau, Jean-Yves Boileau Orchards
🍃 Daniel Duchesne, Mountain Orchard
🍃 Brunau Côté, Roger Côté Orchards
🍃 Isabelle Lafont, Vergers St-Paul Les Croquantes
🍃 Robert Lafont, St-Paul Orchards Les Croquantes
Credit: Deer