The orchards in the South Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys have started to pick Ambrosia apples. In the North Okanagan, farmers are getting ready and expect to start picking next week. Harvest will continue for a few weeks as orchardists usually do two rounds of picking to ensure that only ripe apples make their way to you.

So, how can you get your hands on some just-picked BC Ambrosia apples? Ask your community grocer when they are expecting their first shipment of BC Ambrosia. You can also expect to see them popping up at your local farmers’ market. Or, find an orchard with a u-pick option or farm-gate market near you. There’s nothing better than biting into a fresh Ambrosia apple while standing in the orchard!