The Apple Processors Association (APA) was founded on July 20, 1987, and is a national association of companies that manufacture quality apple products from whole apples. Members are either apple grower/processor cooperatives, or proprietary firms. They each grow a portion of the apples processed in their plants. APA members produce a majority of the nation's applesauce, apple juice, and specialty products.

All members of APA stress quality and safety in their food processing operations. They pasteurize their juice products, and hotfill their food containers, reinforcing their commitment to quality and safety during their food processing operations.

Professional Staff

Paul S. Weller, Jr., President

Andrea Ball Siok, Sr. Director of Meetings & Administration

 Nancy Chapman, Vice-President, Food & Nutrition Policy