Early Robin has the potential of meeting the demand for an early harvest Rainier-type cherry. Twenty years ago, fresh cherry producers in the Pacific Northwest were limited in their variety choices to primarily Bing and Rainier. Now, however, there is a plethora of available varieties with more appearing all the time. Increased diversity has largely been a positive experience for producers as it has allowed them to expand the growing season, reduce labor needs, and decrease the risk of rain and other weather-related damage. With all of these new varieties, however, choosing the right one for a new planting can […]