Apples
Apples
Premium Quality l Reliable Supply l Globally Trusted
The finest fruit from the sun-filled Breede River Valley
Langeberg Foods is a leading South African producer of premium canned fruit, built on decades of expertise and a strong agricultural heritage. Our fruit is grown in the fertile Western Cape, where a Mediterranean climate creates ideal conditions for exceptional flavour, colour, and texture.
Product Overview:
Granny
Smith Apples
Canned apples produced from the Granny Smith variety – commonly referred to in South Africa as “Granny Smuts” – are valued for their firm texture, balanced flavour, and excellent cooking performance. This variety is particularly well suited to processing because it retains structure and delivers a consistent taste after canning.
Canned apples are widely used in both retail and foodservice channels and are a staple ingredient in baked desserts and fruit preparations.
Key Characteristics
- Bright, slightly tart profile that balances sweetness when packed in syrup or juice
- Firm flesh that holds shape during cooking and baking
- Pale cream to light green, maintaining an appetizing appearance after processing
- Low mealiness: Ideal for thermal processing
- Reliable consistency across batches
This makes Granny Smith apples one of the preferred varieties globally for canned applications.
GROWING REGIONS
FARMED LOCALLY ENJOYED GLOBALLY
Granny Smith apples are grown in some of South Africa’s most established deciduous fruit regions, where climate conditions support slow ripening and strong flavour development.
Primary regions include:
- Ceres
- Elgin
- Grabouw
- Villiersdorp
- Langkloof
These areas benefit from cold winters and moderate summers – ideal for producing high-quality apples with good acidity and firmness.
Formats & Packaging
PACK
STYLES
- Solid
- Slices
- Puree
PACKAGING
OPTIONS
- Retail cans
- Foodservice cans
- Industrial bulk packs
- Custom specifications available
Medium Options
SELECT THE PACKING MEDIUM BEST SUITED TO YOUR MARKET:
- Water
- Juice
- Syrup*
*Custom sugar levels
available on request.
Quality & Certifications
FOOD SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE ARE CENTRAL TO OUR OPERATIONS.
- BRC Certified
- IFS Certified
- Kosher Approved
- Halaal Approved
- FDA Approved
- ISO Approved
We supply leading global retailers
Nutritional Value
Apples are widely recognized as part
of a healthy, balanced diet.
Key nutritional benefits include:
- Good source of dietary fibre, supporting digestive health
- Contains Vitamin C for immune support
- Naturally fat-free, sodium-free, and cholesterol-free
- Provides beneficial antioxidants
- Lower natural sugar levels than many tropical fruits
Nutritional values may vary depending on packing medium.
Why Customers Choose Canned Apples
- Ready-to-use convenience
- Year-round availability
- Consistent size and flavour
- Excellent baking performance
- Reduced waste and labour
- Long shelf life
Perfect for pies, crumbles, pastries,
breakfast applications, fruit mixes, and industrial manufacturing.
WHY
PARTNER WITH
LANGEBERG
FOODS?
RETAIL
FOOD SERVICE
INDUSTRIAL
- Trusted global supplier
- Scalable production capacity
- Consistent, high-quality fruit
- Customer-focused innovation
- Flexible specifications
- Strong farming partnerships