Joe grew up on a family vineyard in Hood River and graduated with a horticulture degree specializing in viticulture from Oregon State University. He’s married to Krista and is the son of Robin and Rich Cushman.
Successfully scouting for phylloxera in Washington vineyards requires knowing when and where to look.
family background/ Kristen earned a doctorate in physical therapy from Nazareth University then returned to the family farm and is now transitioning to full ownership of the business. She is the daughter of Alison and Tom DeMarree and has two sisters, Nicole and Trena.
Groups trade visits to orchards in the Netherlands and Washington, organized by the Orchard of the Future collaboration.
After years of economic struggles and dissension, BC Tree Fruits folds, leaving many growers in the lurch.
As the 2024 pear harvest continues around the Northwest, the industry expects to harvest 10.6 million 44-pound boxes...
The Washington State Department of Licensing launched its Agriculture Support Program in late August to help eligible industry members impacted by requirements in the Climate Commitment Act...
A new pear and a new outlook could be key to innovating the Washington state pear industry.
Labor apps expand reach to help growers with smaller operations.
The Washington State Grape Society and Washington State University held their annual field day Aug. 7, hosted this year at Figgins Winery in Walla Walla...
