Apples and pesticides: the current situation
Apples, the most popular fruit in France
The French consume around 17 kg of apples per household per year. Considered France's favorite fruit, apples can be eaten raw, cooked, in compote or even in jam. What makes it so popular is that it's easy to transport, full of vitamins and minerals, and has a flavor that many people appreciate.
Apples come in thousands of different varieties and flavors. Among the best-known are gala, golden and pink lady.
From a nutritional point of view, apples have a number of advantages. This low-calorie fruit (55 calories per 100 g) is rich in carbohydrates. It has a low glycemic index and is ideal for dessert, school snack or breakfast.
Apples keep well and are rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium, zinc and copper.
For your health, apples are rich in fiber, which helps intestinal transit. Also rich in antioxidants, apples help regulate cholesterol and improve breathing (Source: Passeport Santé, " "10 bonnes raisons de manger des pommes").
As explained above, it is low in calories. In addition, it is rich in pectin, which increases the feeling of satiety. In short, in addition to a healthy diet and exercise, apples can help you lose weight.
As the saying goes, "eating an apple a day keeps the doctor away". In fact, eating apples is a great way to fill up on energy.
What are the dangers of pesticides for the environment ?
Over the past 50 years, pesticides have been used in very large quantities. As a result, the ecosystem has become completely unbalanced. To compensate, even more pesticides are used, creating a vicious circle. The effects of pesticides can also be seen on aquatic species, and on all species in general.
What about organic apples ?
Unlike conventional apples, organic apples are not produced using synthetic pesticides. Alternatives are used, such as copper and sulfur to replace fungicides, as well as mineral oils. There are also numerous techniques for managing undesirable pests, such as Alt-Carpo netting. In short, organic farming requires a lot of hard work. But it's also good for the environment and our health.
The Juliet® apple, an organic and French apple
Grown exclusively in France, the Juliet® apple is organic, as evidenced by the label on its packaging. As well as being 100% French, it was until now the only apple in the world to be produced exclusively organically. Rich in vitamins, the Juliet® apple is sure to bring you a dose of gustatory pleasure for your snacks, breakfasts or meals. There are many reasons to indulge in this beautiful apple:
-Juicy and crunchy
-Keeps very well
-Mild, sweet and fragrant
Juliet® Apple also means orchards planted exclusively in France, no synthetic pesticides used, hand-picked when ripe, recyclable and compostable packaging to protect the environment and reduce waste.
Let yourself be tempted by this beautiful apple and its range of products that will delight your taste buds.