WA 38 has few faults
The apple tolerates a wide range of environmental conditions.
Slice and sanitize to slow browning
New products are reported to slow browning and reduce microorganisms on fresh-cut produce.
Pome pathologist joins WSU
Dr. Achour Amiri Plant pathologist Dr. Achour Amiri has joined Washington State University with the goal of helping
UV light controls pathogens
WSU scientists envision UV-C lights being installed on packing lines.
Growers tout crunch
RubyFrost—a cross between Braeburn and Autumn Crisp—is one of the first managed varieties developed by Cornell University. Courtesy Robin
Washington still holds the organic edge
Although Europe has extensive organic acreage, much of it is not very productive.
Bruce Allen has a passion for quality
As volumes of Honeycrisp increase, high quality will be key to success.
Grow the tree before cropping Honeycrisp
Honeycrisp trees will stop growing as soon as they fruit.
Honeycrisp thinning takes all season
Honeycrisp’s tendencies to produce large fruit and bear biennially complicate crop load management.
Smaller apple crop raises hopes
Gala is close to overtaking Red Delicious, which has been Washington’s top variety since the 1940s.