On August 31, 2023, the Apple Innovation Team of the Modern Agricultural Industry Technology System in Hebei Province and the Institute of Shijiazhuang Fruit Research held the "Hebei Mid Early Mature Apple Variety Tasting and Field Observation Activity".

This event showcased 17 new superior lines, more than 20 varieties, and a total of over 40 early maturing apple samples from breeding units such as Institute of Shijiazhuang and Changli Fruit Research, Hebei Agricultural University, and different production areas such as Shijiazhuang, Xingtai, Hengshui, Baoding, and Qinhuangdao. Through on-site tasting, a comprehensive evaluation was conducted on the appearance and internal quality of various varieties (strains) of fruits. The new mid to early maturing variety 'Jiping' series developed by Institute of Shijiazhuang Fruit Research was highly praised. Meanwhile, on-site observation was conducted on the cultivation and growth of mid to early maturing varieties and superior lines' 6-1-20 ',' 14-A-4 ', and' 11-24 'that are of concern to experts and fruit farmers.

In recent years, the research team has developed a series of apple varieties with different maturity periods, making contributions to enriching the types of apple varieties and promoting the adjustment of apple variety structure; At the same time, it is conducive to the regional characteristic planning and layout of apple varieties in the province, breaking the competition of regional homogeneity, and promoting the high-quality, efficient, and sustainable development of the apple industry in our province. Wang Qi, the second level inspector of the Provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, highly praised this substandard product inspection and observation activity, emphasizing the need to fully play the role of varieties, create a large-scale demonstration park, and create a large apple industry belt; Cultivate high-end brands, increase publicity and promotion efforts, and strive for greater market share; Create a series of high-quality mid to early maturing apples with great influence, excellent quality, and a wide planting range to contribute to rural revitalization.

（Source from www.hebnky.com）