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What is the Apple Test for Fruit Ripeness?

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The precise timing of harvesting apples is critical for flavor, texture, and storage life, with commercial growers often using a suite of tests to prevent premature or overripe picking. Among these, the 'apple test' is a collective term for several scientific and sensory methods used to evaluate fruit maturity accurately.