Women in produce encouraged to attend new IFPA event in Central Washington
The International Fresh Produce Association will debut a regional event model next month in the Yakima, Washington, area for women in the produce industry...
Seasonal cherry inspectors needed in Central Washington
The Washington State Department of Agriculture’s Fruit and Vegetable Program is currently hiring seasonal cherry inspectors for the 2025 season...
Geraldine Diverres, a young grower from Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Geraldine has a bachelor’s degree in molecular biology and a master’s in plant biology from Universidad Complutense de Madrid. She finished her doctorate in horticulture at Washington State University and is now working at New Mexico State University. Her parents are Evelyn and Robert-Jean Diverres.
New approaches for old irrigation systems
Irrigation districts boost efficiency with infrastructure improvements.
More evidence for less fertilizer
Washington State University extension specialist suggests dialing back fertilizer in orchards.
The network effect on areawide pest management
Growers turn to other growers when it comes to adopting new practices, something researchers are trying to harness to improve management of leafroll and red blotch diseases.
Protecting your ground for beneficial insects
Relaxing weed management can help preserve natural enemies.
USDA organic materials comment period now open
Pear ester and other materials important to organic tree fruit are open for public comment this month...
New York’s horticulture heroes
Western New York growers optimize yields, quality and color.
Murphy: Measuring risk mitigation
Research in apple orchards shows significant microbial die-off occurs in 10 to 18 hours, confirming that cooling water can be applied the day before harvest.