Spots on apples when stored, check for bitter pitiness

Indented spots on apples are not always associated with mushroom rot. Bitter dimple occurs due to insufficient calcium intake in the fetal tissue during growth.

Cut the apple through the cavity. Dry brown cork-shaped tissue under the skin is characteristic of dimpling. Wet and soft pulp, mold and enlarged spot rather indicate rot. In case of unclear signs, additional verification is needed.

This will not correct an already existing defect. Apples with dimples are used first, rotting ones are removed from storage. The rest of the stock is inspected regularly.

Next year, avoid excess nitrogen and sharp fluctuations in soil moisture, restrain the excessive growth of shoots. Large fruits and sensitive varieties have a higher risk. Calcium treatments do not provide complete protection.