Research on rot is under way
Plant pathologist is working to determine if pruning and spraying crab apple trees effectively controls postharvest rots.
60 years in pears
Fred Valentine’s philosophy is that exchanging ideas benefits everyone.
A vocal tree-fruit advocate
Fred Valentine has always had growers’ interests at heart.
Taking yields to the limit
New Zealand scientists have planted a prototype ‘super orchard’ they hope will produce around 170 apple bins per acre.
China agrees to accept all varieties of U.S. apples
The reciprocal agreement will allow China to ship apples into the United States.
Bigger crops ahead
Growers will need to produce niche varieties and maximize production efficiency, marketers say.
Douglas Fruit finds its niche
The family business specializes in organic stone fruits.
Beating the odds
Packing lines should be designed with more concern about food safety, says fruit grower and packer Warren Morgan.
Grow domestic apple market, analyst urges
The Washington apple industry can’t rely only on exports to absorb increasing volumes.
Growers urged to return labor survey
The survey will help determine the wage that employers may have to pay H-2A workers.