F2S Supplier Spotlight: Honeybear Brands

Honeybear Brands traces its roots back to the 1970s when Robert “Doc” Wescott planted a small orchard in Elgin Minnesota and farmed it with his 13 children. Wescott Orchards, which still exists today, birthed Honeybear Brands.

Honeybear is headquartered on that same plot of land, but with Doc’s son, Fred, at the helm, Honeybear Brands has grown into one of the leading developers, growers and suppliers of premium apple varieties across North America.

Its varietals include Pazazz, Gala, Fuji, Honeycrisp, First Kiss and Zestar, among others.

Honeybear growers are committed to quality as well as sustainability, using ecological agricultural methods that minimize the impact on soil, water and energy consumption.