Michigan apple distributor BelleHarvest is introducing PAW Patrol branded apples for kids that come in three-pound pouches that present Honeycrisp, Gala and Fuji apples in fun new ways. Families will find these three popular apple varieties presented as Heroic Honeycrisp, the mild and sweet Gotta Fly Gala and the firmly textured Fired Up Fuji apple, each of which features a different character that young fans of PAW Patrol will recognize.
To encourage healthy eating and well-balanced lifestyles, BelleHarvest is also sharing printable coloring pages with families. These playfully branded apples and activities are being introduced at a time when many families are choosing to skip their usual fall festivities in favor of staying home or attending socially distant events.
Cartoon-Branded Apples
BelleHarvest's PAW Patrol Apples Share Varieties Like "Heroic Honeycrisp"
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