The Washington Apple Commission, established in 1937, is a state-mandated agency dedicated to serving the Washington apple industry by increasing consumer demand through innovative marketing and promotions in international markets. Operating as a quasi-public body, the Commission focuses on advertising, promotion, education, and market development for Washington's fresh apple crop in over 30 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Wenatchee, Washington, the Commission is governed by a 14-member board of directors, comprising elected apple growers and shippers, with oversight from the Director of Agriculture. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}