Witherbee: Apple pride pays off
Students are already benefiting from nearly $16,000 in scholarships raised in first-year sales of Washington apples specialty license plate.
Good to Know: Is apple powdery mildew on a surge?
WSU research uncovers pathogen’s genetic diversity but finds no emerging resistance and plenty of viable tools for organic and conventional growers.
Tynan: Hopes for labor reform
The compromise approach in the Farm Workforce Modernization Act garnered bipartisan support in the House of Representatives, but can it go the political distance?
Good to Know: How soil structure improves root health
Aggregates, or bits of soil, with different sizes are ideal for trees.
Dininny: Celebrating 25 years for Doug Button
Good Fruit Grower sees transition in advertising team.
Good to Know: Harnessing fungi power
How soil fungi could reduce fertilizer needs and improve grapevine growth.
Good to Know: Cherry diversification
Eleven new cultivars to consider.
New task force tackles codling moth
Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission created team of nearly 30 to take the lead in managing the pest.
Critzer: $7 million investment in food safety decision aid
A new SCRI grant funds scientists and economists to help fresh produce producers better protect produce safety.
Hansen: Far-reaching research is just getting started
The results of Washington Wine’s research program benefit industry, environment, community and consumers.