Des Layne joins WSU
Desmond Layne Washington State University has appointed Dr. Desmond Layne, a professor at Clemson University in South Carolina,
Yeast tested as lure
The spotted wing drosophila. A species of yeast that University of California scientists have found in cherries and
Austrian researcher tests seaweed claims
Manufacturers of biostimulants derived from seaweed, or algae, say the products can provide multiple benefits when applied to crops. Purported
Seaweeds tested for pest control
Seaweed extracts are typically used by growers with the aim of improving tree growth and enhancing fruit yields and quality.
Planning for continued success
David Douglas will hand over the presidency of the Hort Association to Jeff Cleveringa during the association's annual meeting
Harvester studied for cider apples
An over-the-row raspberry harvester is tested for harvesting cider apples Geraldine Warner Cider apple growing overall requires fewer inputs than
Big demand for cider
Left: The bittersweet apple Harry Master’s Jersey. Bittersweet apples are in big demand. Center: Yarlington Mill, a traditional bittersweet English
Insect-resistant varieties
Joseph Schwarz explains how he screens trees for resistance to leafrollers during WSU’s field day.Geraldine Warner Scientists at
Growing a cider culture
Scientists with Washington State University in Mount Vernon hope to support an emerging hard cider culture by strengthening their research
U.S. cider takes U.K. honors
Snowdrift cidery makes several blends of cider and perry. Perry is made from pears.Geraldine Warner Peter Ringsrud used