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New Zealand cultivars (2nd of 2)

New Zealand cultivars

Royal Gala (left) and Braeburn (right) apples originated in New Zealand and were selected and planted by local growers. Along with Granny Smith apples, they were the main varieties grown in New Zealand in the early 2000s.

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Photograph by Emily Tutaki

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John Palmer. 'Apples and pears', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 27-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/apples-and-pears/3/2/2