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Our latest stories about crop production:
2022 apple residue report released
The Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission announced the publication of the 2022 pesticide residue study
Family farm driven to diversify
The Karstetter family expanded into row crops to help the third-generation growers build capital and keep the orchards in the family.
A shift in the process for processing orchards
High-density processing blocks just might be worth the cost.
Good to Know: Research works
An overview of this year’s research projects and upcoming research reviews.
Pear IPM intensive workshop Dec. 14 in Wenatchee
Washington State University Extension and the pear IPM team announced an intensive workshop to be
Reaching the next level on Red Mountain
Red Mountain AVA’s founding family business continues into the third generation.
Codling moth study covers many questions, many miles
WSU codling moth research is large in topic and geography.
Custom vineyard management row by row
New approach helps one Washington vineyard company start to micromanage its grapes for small winery clients.
The good, the bad and the maybe for Minnesota cider apples
University of Minnesota study looks near and far for cider apples that thrive in the region’s cold climate.
The shade sweet spot
Growers and researcher look to find the balance between sunburn protection and color development by pulling back shade nets before harvest.
Popular cherry system falling from favor
Growers in Columbia Gorge transition away from KGB for some varieties.
Hot and cold therapy may be just right
Combination of treatments eliminates rootstock viruses.
Columbia Fruit Packers and Frosty Packing announce merger and Goldman Sachs investment
Washington’s Columbia Fruit Packers of Wenatchee and Frosty Packing of Yakima have announced a merger, stemming from strategic investment from Goldman Sachs Asset Management.
Honeycrisp is the new Honeycrisp
For growers, doubling down on a difficult variety isn’t easy.
Annual Cherry Institute Jan. 13 in Yakima
The 80th annual Cherry Institute will be held in Yakima on Friday, Jan. 13.
2023 Northwest Cherry and Stone Fruit Research Review Nov. 8
The Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission and Oregon Sweet Cherry Commission invite everyone interested to
New ways to spray
Field day by Washington State Grape Society and WSU focuses on pest control technologies.
Studying how to be a good sport
MSU scientists aim to uncover the mechanisms for why some sports ripen earlier or later.
Gerlach: The need for Newton
USApple launches online database to make apple statistics more accessible for answering industry questions.
Hands-on precision with computer vision
Lake Ontario tour showcases crop load management tools.
Apple industry feeling price pressures
Economic trends push consumers to buy cheaper apples as growers face rising costs of production.
Short expectations for Washington apple crop
Washington prepares for smaller-than-usual apple crop this season.
Fryhover: Exporting Cosmic Crisp
With Washington growers expecting 5 million boxes, it’s time to invest in international marketing.
Tropical storm Fiona spares Nova Scotia apples
Nova Scotia apple farmers were feeling “cautious relief” after post-tropical storm Fiona tore through Atlantic Canada Sept. 23–24 and are continuing to harvest what is still expected to be a fairly good crop.
Change trellis system to protect grapes from heat, California study concludes
A six-year University of California, Davis, study indicates that changing vineyard training and trellis systems
A drool-making Jewel
University of Minnesota breeding program releases new juicy pear suited to grow in USDA Zone 4.
Grown in the tart-land of the USA
Domestic tart cherry industry makes push for geographic designation.
The mystery math of prevailing wages
Tree fruit officials question prevailing wage methodology.
Cosmic Crisp field day focuses on horticulture research and commercial experience
Washington growers expect to wait at least another month to begin harvesting WA 38, according to growers who opened their orchards to a preharvest tour organized by Washington State University on Sept. 15.
Van den Ende: Tame your trees
For high-density pear plantings, it’s critical to get an early start.