
Pome Fruits
Pome Fruits
Pome fruits are members of the plant family Rosaceae, sub-family pomoideae. They are fruits that have a core containing several small seeds surrounded by a tough membrane.

Apples
Apples, fruit of the domesticated tree Malus domestica (family Rosaceae), are one of the most widely cultivated tree fruits. The apple is a pome fruit, in which the ripened ovary and surrounding tissue both become fleshy and edible. In the US, there are 2,500 varieties of apples are grown. Around the world, there are 7,500 varieties of apples grown, while commercially, only 100 varieties of the most widely consumed apples are grown in the US. The crabapple is the only type of apple native to North America.
Fruit Set
Fruit set is categorized as the critical transition period shortly after fertilization as plant processes switch over to fruit formation and growth. A successful fruit set is integral to a healthy crop at harvest. This process can be improved with the addition of Cytokin® at key timings. Cytokin® contains plant growth hormones responsible for cell division, cell enlargement, and various other plant growth functions. The nature-based plant growth regulator effects help to maximize conditions necessary for fruit set and early fruit development.
Cytokin®
Cytokin®  organic plant growth regulator is plant- based EPA registered plant growth regulator designed to increase crop production efficiency.
Heat Stress
Heat stress can impact the overall health of your crop in several ways. The primary method however is through the prevention of moisture loss via transpiration. Vapor Gard® forms a soft, microscopic film over the leaf and plant surface that reduces the loss of water vapor. This film does not significantly interfere with photosynthesis, allowing the plant to continue to productively function under adverse conditions.
Vapor Gard®
Vapor Gard® full-coverage anti-transpirant and anti-desiccant spray is a Pinolene® terpene polymer-based product for use on specialty crops to reduce plant evapotranspiration.
Sun Scald
Sunlight, while a necessary part of photosynthesis and healthy plant growth, can also have damaging effects on crop quality. When crop canopies are suddenly opened, sometimes because of disease or harvesting practices, exposed fruit can be damaged by sun scald. Reflections® can not only serve as a calcium supplement, but also a reflectant. This allows for reduced rates of sun damage and a protection of the quality of fruit harvested.
Reflections®
Reflections® is a blend of calcium acetate and calcium carbonate that provides 12% calcium in a soluble form.
Fireblight
Fireblight is the result of a bacterium known as Erwinia amylovora. Along with cultural practices that can be effective at mitigating symptoms and spreads, some contact pesticides can be effective. Depending upon the chemistry selected, fireblight control chemistries may benefit from extended contact with the bacteria that are responsible for blossom or shoot blight symptoms. The addition of Nu-Film-P® may help with both deposition and retention of pesticides on the leaf surface.
Nu-Film® P
Nu-Film® P : organic complaint spreader sticker adjuvant is a superior deposition, with non-ionic properties based on proprietary Miller technology containing Pinolene® terpene polymer.
Fruit Expansion
During fruit expansion, there is an ever-increasing amount of both the size of plant cells as well as the volume of plant cells. With these increases occurring, critical nutrients are necessary to strengthen the developing cells. Cell Force® Max delivers multiple different key nutrients, such as calcium, for healthy and productive fruit expansion.
Cell Force® MAX
Cell Force® MAX 6-0-0 is a liquid fertilizer is a specialty fertilizer designed to help reduce the effects of plant stress as well as improve overall plant nutrition.
Address Deficiencies, Pest Management and More
Apple trees that experience nutrient deficiencies may be stunted in their growth, with discolored leaves and malformed fruit. Ensuring the soil has the proper pH levels is crucial for maximizing the trees’ absorption of nutrients and the efficacy of fertilizer. Our products help strengthen the health of soil, so trees can utilize all the nutrients they need to grow strong and robust. This means they will become more resilient to pests and disease, as well. Combined with the proper fertilizer regimen, our science-backed solutions ensure the long-term health and productivity of apple crops for sustainable success.
The Miller Difference
Since 1937, Miller Chemical & Fertilizer has been formulating solutions for a wide range of crops, developing products ranging from first-class adjuvants to crop protection aids. Our offerings help customers provide comprehensive care for their crops, combining the most advanced science with proven and time-tested practices such as pruning and fertilization to improve the overall health and yield of their orchards.
If you want to learn more about these or any other products we have to offer to boost fruit production at apple orchards, contact us and speak with a member of our team today. Our experts are ready and willing to answer any questions you may have about what we have to offer and how it can help you.
Pears
Pears are included in the same genus as some 20–45 trees and shrubs in the rose family (Rosaceae), including the common pear (Pyrus communis). One of the most important fruit trees in the world, the common pear is cultivated in all temperate-zone countries of both hemispheres. Pears require full sun and well-drained soil to produce. There are six main states in the US that produce pears: California, Michigan, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania and Washington. Of these states, California, Oregon, and Washington make up the majority of production.
Fruit Set
Fruit set is categorized as the critical transition period shortly after fertilization as plant processes switch over to fruit formation and growth. A successful fruit set is integral to a healthy crop at harvest. This process can be improved with the addition of Cytokin® at key timings. Cytokin® contains plant growth hormones responsible for cell division, cell enlargement, and various other plant growth functions. The nature-based plant growth regulator effects help to maximize conditions necessary for fruit set and early fruit development.
Cytokin®
Cytokin®  organic plant growth regulator is plant- based EPA registered plant growth regulator designed to increase crop production efficiency.
Heat Stress
Heat stress can impact the overall health of your crop in several ways. The primary method however is through moisture loss via transpiration. Vapor Gard® forms a soft, microscopic film over the leaf and plant surface that reduces the loss of water vapor. This film does not significantly interfere with photosynthesis, allowing the plant to continue to productively function under adverse conditions.
Vapor Gard®
Vapor Gard® full-coverage anti-transpirant and anti-desiccant spray is a Pinolene® terpene polymer-based product for use on specialty crops to reduce plant evapotranspiration.
Sun Scald
Sunlight, while a necessary part of photosynthesis and healthy plant growth, can also have damaging effects on crop quality. When crop canopies are suddenly opened, sometimes because of disease or harvesting practices, exposed fruit can be damaged by sun scald. Reflections® can not only serve as a calcium supplement, but also a reflectant. This allows for reduced rates of sun damage and a protection of the quality of fruit harvested.
Reflections®
Reflections® is a blend of calcium acetate and calcium carbonate that provides 12% calcium in a soluble form.
Fireblight
Fireblight is the result of a bacterium known as Erwinia amylovora. Along with cultural practices that can be effective at mitigating symptoms and spreads, some contact pesticides can be effective. Depending upon the chemistry selected, fireblight control chemistries may benefit from extended contact with the bacteria that are responsible for blossom or shoot blight symptoms. The addition of Nu-Film-P® may help with both deposition and retention of pesticides on the leaf surface.
Nu-Film® P
Nu-Film® P : organic complaint spreader sticker adjuvant is a superior deposition, with non-ionic properties based on proprietary Miller technology containing Pinolene® terpene polymer.
Fruit Expansion
During fruit expansion, there is an ever-increasing amount of both the size of plant cells as well as the volume of plant cells. With these increases occurring, critical nutrients are necessary to strengthen the developing cells. Cell Force® Max delivers multiple different key nutrients, such as calcium, for healthy and productive fruit expansion.
Cell Force® MAX
Cell Force® MAX 6-0-0 is a liquid fertilizer is a specialty fertilizer designed to help reduce the effects of plant stress as well as improve overall plant nutrition.