Hansen: Wine grapes — An IPM success story
Integrated pest management research has saved Washington’s wine grape growers millions in pesticide costs.
WSU Tree Fruit Endowment has world-class goal
by Dr. Mike Willett, left, and Sam Godwin Thirty-two million dollars for enhanced tree fruit research and extension.
Hansen: Building a world-class wine research program
Melissa Hansen It’s a new era for viticulture and enology research in Washington. Washington’s wine industry has started
Morrison: Lessons in leadership
The Washington Agriculture and Forestry Education Foundation (AgForestry) is a leadership development program for adults working within and connected to
Benefits of the TPP
Eliminating tariff rates on tree fruit is a trade policy objective of the Northwest Horticultural Council. TPP furthers this objective.
Food safety issues challenge industry
Growers and packers are adapting to the new requirements.
Should you pay for travel time?
Travel time is not normally compensable, but there are exceptions.
Why go with Arctic GMO apple?
There are apple varieties that naturally don’t turn brown.
Why telling our story matters: Good Point
Jon DeVaney By Jon DeVaney While not yet ratified, an agreement on a new contract for West Coast
Fryhover: USDA’s Arctic apple decision means differentiation and education will be imperative
Todd Fryhover The recent approval by USDA of the Arctic apple brands wasn't unforeseen by our industry. We