CropAid AntiFrost for Apples : protection at -11C (12F) and -9C (15.8F), AntiFrost is continuing to be a “REAL” game changer, November 2025
Posted on: November 1, 2025 • Posted in: Trial Results
CropAid AntiFrost® for apples
Trials (2025)
Combined Report
Bruce Moats, Orchard and cidery Owner, Western Virginia, USA said:
“We are thrilled with your product and intend to use it next season… We sprayed only 600 (of 1,000) apple trees.
On the 8th of April, I experienced a long frost down to -11°C (12F), and 70% of the treated trees’ bloom was saved.
On untreated trees, 100% of bloom froze. Also had less fruit drop.”
“We are thrilled with your product and intend to use it next season… We sprayed only 600 (of 1,000) apple trees.
On the 8th of April, I experienced a long frost down to -11°C (12F), and 70% of the treated trees’ bloom was saved.
On untreated trees, 100% of bloom froze. Also had less fruit drop.”
CropAid wishes to note that this was an Advective frost that caused large scale damage to surrounding areas.
Brendan Coyle, Dendric Estate, Orchard and cidery owner, Kamas valley mountains, Utah, USA said:
“Yes, your product seemed to work well and I was the envy of the other cider apple growers in the state as my early
blossoms held strong through the hard April -9C (15.8F) freeze. I figure I lost 30 – 40% of my buds, which is awesome, because others lost 90+%“
“Yes, your product seemed to work well and I was the envy of the other cider apple growers in the state as my early
blossoms held strong through the hard April -9C (15.8F) freeze. I figure I lost 30 – 40% of my buds, which is awesome, because others lost 90+%“
Executive summary
Two independent U.S. grower trials demonstrated strong, real-world protection of apple buds and blossoms from severe spring frosts. At Pheasant Creek (Western Virginia) a single application delivered ~70% bloom survival when temperatures fell to 12°F (−11°C).
At Dendric Estate (Kamas Valley, Utah) the application programme preserved the majority of bud tissue after extended lows to 15.8°F (−9°C), with the grower estimating 30–40% bud loss versus 90%+ for neighbours.
These outcomes validate AntiFrost’s effectiveness across elevation, climate and application regimes and strengthen CropAid’s commercial and technical standing.
Trial highlights
- Pheasant Creek, Western Virginia — Owner: Bruce Moats
- Elevation: ~2,500 ft; block of ~1,000 apple trees; 600 trees treated.
- Application: single spray 48 hours before frost at 50°F (10°C).
- Frost event: prolonged decline to 12°F (−11°C), ~1.5 hours at coldest.
- Additional observation: reduced fruit drop reported one month later.
| Treated | Untreated | Neighbouring orchards | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloom survival % | 70 | ~0 | ~10 |
- Dendric Estate, Kamas Valley, Utah — Owner: Brendan Coyle
- Elevation: 6,440 ft; 20 acres.
- Application: two sprays (green tip and ~60 hours before frost).
- Frost event: prolonged decline to 18.5°F (−7.5°C) for 5 hours, including 1.5 hours at 15.8°F (−9°C).
- Result: bud samples showed live tissue four days after the event and a successful cider harvest that season.
| TREATED | NEIGHBOURING ORCHARD | |
|---|---|---|
| BLOOM SURVIVAL % | 60-70% | 10% OR LESS |
What this means for growers
- Efficacy across environments: Demonstrated protection at both moderate mountain and high-altitude sites indicates AntiFrost works in diverse climatic and elevation conditions.
- Flexible application strategy: Effective protection achieved with a single emergency application and with a
planned minimum of two applications for cold and frost, giving growers operational options based on risk tolerance, labour and equipment. - Proven comparative advantage: Consistently lower bud/blossom loss than adjacent unprotected blocks shows clear loss-mitigation and potential return on investment in frost-prone regions.
- Specialty market fit: Positive results on cider apple blocks (organic-sensitive production) highlight suitability for premium and certified markets where fruit quality and certification matter.
CropAid and AntiFrost trials show benefits
- Independent grower results under severe, measurable frost conditions build scientific and practical credibility.
- Growers intention to re-use, public testimonials from experienced operators support further adoption through confidence.
- Market differentiation: Real-world success at extreme low temperatures distinguishes AntiFrost from many alternatives and supports premium positioning for high-value orchards, vineyards etc.
- Clear trial results demonstrate emergency and preventative use-cases.
Are you prepared for cold and frost events?
Contact us at CropAid now.
Original trial result sources.
CropAid AntiFrost for apples.
