Apple grafting

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Grafting of an apple tree.

Grafting of an apple tree. Photo credit: Karelj/CC 2.0, from Wikimedia Commons

How do we get new varieties of apples? Tate Mathison of Stemilt Growers is a fifth-generation apple grower in Washington state. His family has successfully launched three new varietals since 2004. Find out more about the long, complicated process of apple grafting.

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Host:
Evan Kleiman

Producers:
Nick Liao, Rosalie Atkinson, Joseph Stone, Laryl Garcia