Targeting a triple threat to apple scab
Researchers seek extra layers of scab resistance in apple genome.
Field day helps Washington growers learn WA 64 apple’s horticultural traits
Washington State University and Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission researchers discussed WA 64’s horticultural traits at WSU’s Roza research orchard near Prosser on June 13...
Science targeting tart cherry breeding
Annotated Montmorency genome is the latest step in the search for a new tart cherry.
Productive pruning in older orchards
Growers reinvigorating Nova Scotia apple orchards.
Tech for measuring tart yields
Researchers study yield variability monitors in tart cherries.
Winery startup aims to establish Detroit-grown grapes
Partners starting winery and vineyard in Michigan’s biggest city.
Peach growers optimize advantages of local loyalty
Regional peach production still powers Midwest retail sales.
Apple growers facing a crisis in rising guest-worker wage rates
Michigan growers struggle to afford H-2A wage increases.
Michigan vineyards moving toward mechanization
Grape growers turn to technology and H-2A to make up for labor shortfalls.
High costs and low prices causing double bind for apple growers
New York growers feel squeeze on labor costs.