WSU Grape irrigation bulletin
Washington State University Extension has released a new irrigation manual for vineyards, clarifying irrigation options and strategies for juice and
B.C. co-op seeks higher returns
Fruit growers in British Columbia, Canada, centered in the Okanagan Valley but with sizeable operations in the Similkameen and Creston
B.C. cooperative plans upgrades
Unrealistic expectations of sale value contributed to delays in the disposal of surplus properties held by the Okanagan Tree Fruit
Fireblight is native to North America
Fireblight is a plant disease of apples and pears caused by the bacterium Erwinia amylovora. It is native to North
Fireblight, antibiotics, and the NOSB
Antibiotics have long been key disease control materials for fireblight, one of the few uses of antibiotics in plant agriculture.
Last Bite: Test your horticulture and viticulture savvy
1. What is the leading grape variety by acreage grown in Washington State? a. Riesling b. Syrah c. Chardonnay d. Cabernet Sauvignon 2. What
Good Stuff
The iconic blue FFA jacket, worn by more than four million young agricultural leaders since it was introduced in 1933,
Twelve principles of frost protection
All frost protection methods consist of using one or more of the following principles, according to USDA Agricultural Research Service
Good Point: New kid on the block
Steve Warner In the worldwide winemaking community, Washington State’s wine industry is the 187-year-old new kid on the block. Although
New managing editor hired for Good Fruit Grower
Casey Corr Casey Corr has a rich background in business journalism and print publications, and his broad range of skills