Gala was crossed in New Zealand and released in 1960.  Its parents are Kidd's Orange Red and Golden Delicious.  It was brought to the United States in 1972 by Stark Brothers Nurseries & Orchards Co. of Louisiana,
Missouri. In recent years, buoyed by the success of Gala imports from New Zealand, American growers have become enthusiastic about the variety. It is a relatively early apple that has a snappy zest over a mellow
sweetness. Its yellowish, juicy flesh is very firm. The original Galas retained the external color from the Kidd's side, but some mutations found recently show a complete red color. Galas are noted for their eating quality out of
hand. The poll of international apple experts noted above gave the No. 2 ranking of the world's best apples to Gala.

Apples come in various grades: Extra Fancy, Fancy, and No.1. The top two grades of apples are based on exterior appearance and size.  Apples should be stored at 31 to 32 degrees F at 85-90% relative humidity. Keep them in their boxes as they can absorb odors, and they give off ethylene gas that can hasten ripening in other fruits and vegetables.. Apples come packed in 38-42 # cartons, and 40-45# tray packs with  counts of 48, 56, 64, 72, 80 ,88, 100, 120, 140, 160,  200 or 216 for the smallest.  One medium apple  equals one cup diced apples.

Apple information can be found at this link:
http://www.MichiganApples.com/northernspy.html


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