Defining trunk disease in Washington vineyards
A survey of Washington vineyards with symptoms of wood-decaying pathogens uncovers new species, showing need for more research to fine-tune management practices.
Investing in early cherries
Retractable-roof greenhouse gives cherry blocks a head start.
Northwest canners agree to raise Bartlett prices $15 per ton to reflect inflation
Last year, pear growers and processors had the foresight to negotiate a two-year contract and offer stability and price increases
New ways in the Willamette
Squeezed by rising production costs, Oregon’s high-end vineyard owners rethink systems.
New WA on the way for apple growers
WSU’s apple breeding program is ready to make its next release and invites growers to field days.
Washington Soil Health Initiative invests in long-term research orchard planting
With funding from the Washington Soil Health Initiative, researchers from Washington State University and the U.S. Department of Agriculture planted 2.5 acres of Honeycrisp at the Sunrise Research Orchard in Rock Island...
A plan of defense against fire blight
Fire blight experts make progress understanding how, when and where your antibiotic alternatives work best.
New research scientist filling the weed need
Weed scientist joins Washington State University to focus on specialty crop research needs.
Drilling down on water stress sensors
Washington State University researchers share conclusions of two-year study into the use of plant-based sensors to guide irrigation.
Think before you spray it
Schedule disease control for the season you are in, not the average, urge WineVit speakers.