Washington Apple Commission announces marketing plan
As part of its new, five-year strategic plan, the Washington Apple Commission has proposed focusing its marketing efforts and spending
Leafhopper linked to little cherry disease
A Colladonus geminatus leafhopper. Researchers have found this species of leafhopper can carry Western X, a pathogen linked to
Study: Overhead cooling does not appear to impact the survival of E. coli on apples
Gala apples are sprayed with overhead sprinklers near Prosser, Washington, in the heat of the summer. (TJ Mullinax/Good Fruit
Avoiding trellis failures
A trellis collapse comes down to two factors — a soil failure or a material failure. (Courtesy of Mark
Tissue culture company begins selling plants directly to growers – Video
Culture change: Oregon company looks to reduce wait time for key rootstocks
Is it really clean? Aggressive cleaning makes big difference
Study shows areas with floor, wall damage are key harborage sites for Listeria.
Second day of IFTA conference highlights tree systems, rootstocks and awards
Stuart Tustin, left, Craig Hornblow and Stefano Musacchi during their day two panel covering tree architecture on February 21,
First day of IFTA tours focuses on the future
The first day of orchard tours at the International Fruit Tree Association’s 60th annual conference in Washington featured a
Blazing a trail for female growers
International Fruit Tree Association launches women’s group to provide education, mentorship.
Speakers dig into geological topics on final day of wine grape grower meetings
Speakers address Washington Winegrower attendees during the morning sessions covering the state’s climate and geology on Feb. 9, 2017.