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SUMMARY:Fresh Pear Committee elections
DESCRIPTION:Elections for a Mid-Columbia District Handler member and two alternates to the Fresh Pear Committee (FPC) of Marketing Order #927 are scheduled to be held at noon on March 10\, 2025\, at the Columbia Gorge Fruit Growers Shipper Meeting to be held at the CGFG Offices located at 2835 Van Horn\, Hood River\, Oregon. The meeting will be in-person and will be hosted and moderated by Mike Doke.   \nOnly Fresh Pear Handlers from the Mid-Columbia District (includes Hood River and Wasco counties in the state of Oregon and the counties of Skamania and Klickitat in the state of Washington) are eligible to nominate and vote in this election. The positions to be filled include:  Member position held by Nathan Duckwall\, the 1st Alternate position held by Devon Wells and the 2nd Alternate position held by Lee Lage. \nThese three positions are eligible for re-election since they have served 1 out of 3 possible consecutive terms. Names of those elected will be submitted to the United States Secretary of Agriculture for official appointment to the committee and will serve for a two-year term beginning July 1\, 2025. \nAmong other duties\, the Fresh Pear Committee is responsible for setting the assessment rates for research and promotion and advertising of all pears grown in Washington and Oregon marketed in the domestic and export markets. \nThe committee encourages women\, minorities\, and the physically challenged\, who qualify as pear growers/handlers\, to attend and participate in the nomination proceedings.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/fresh-pear-committee-elections-12/
LOCATION:Columbia Gorge Fruit Growers\, 2835 Van Horn Dr\, Hood River\, OR\, 97031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T190000
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SUMMARY:Pizza for Producers\, Yakima WA
DESCRIPTION:Train with Cheryl Reese\, Yakima County Farm Stress Coordinator and Don McMoran\, Professor of Agriculture & Natural Resources\, WSU\, Skagit County\n\nC.O.M.E.T. Training at 4pm\nPizza Pie Preparation and set up at 5:30pm\nPizza at 6pm\n\nAnyone in agriculture is welcome to attend.\n\nC.O.M.E.T.™ (Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory) trains community members how to initiate a supportive interaction when they encounter someone who is in a “vulnerable space” and help shift the person’s mental health trajectory back to a place of wellness instead of proceeding towards a mental health crisis.\nC.O.M.E.T. aligns with rural cultural values of neighbor helping neighbor and communities being their own best resource.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/pizza-for-producers-yakima-wa/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250221
DTSTAMP:20250312T184748Z
CREATED:20250312T184748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184748Z
UID:10002625-1740009600-1740095999@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission NW Pear Research Review
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/washington-tree-fruit-research-commission-nw-pear-research-review/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250219
DTSTAMP:20250312T184748Z
CREATED:20250312T184748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184748Z
UID:10002629-1739836800-1739923199@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Oregon State University Extension Cherry Day\, The Dalles OR
DESCRIPTION:2025 Cherry Day\nWhen: February 18 at 9 am\nLocation: Discovery Center Museum in The Dalles\, OR\n\nThis event is free and registration is not necessary.\n\nFor more information\, email Ashley Thompson at: ashley.thompson@oregonstate.edu\n\nAgenda\n9:00-9:05 — Welcome Dr. Ashley Thompson\, OSU Extension\n9:05-9:35 — Floral Biology and Fruit Development\, Dr. Kelsey Galimba\, OSU MCAREC\n9:35-10:35 — Plant Growth Regulators for Cherry Production\, Dr. Jozsef Racsko\, Valent USA\n10:35-10:45 — Break\n10:45-11:00 — USDA ARS New Postharvest Pathologist\, Dr. John Bennett\, USDA-ARS\n11:00-11:45 — Breeding Cherries for Pacific Northwest Growers\, Dr. Per McCord\, WSU\n11:45-12:00 — CGFG Policy Updates\, Lesley Tamura\, CGFG\n12:00-12:05 — Outstanding Contributor Award\, Mike Doke\, CGFG\n12:05-12:45 — Lunch\n12:45-1:30 — Regulatory Costs and Ag Overtime Study Updates\, Dr. Tim Delbridge\, OSU\n1:30-2:00 — Recent Changes to the Cherry Insurance Policy\, Justin Pranger\, Graybeal Group\n2:00-3:00 — Bulletins Live! Two\, Oregon Department of Agriculture\n3:00-3:30 — Research Updates from the Tree Fruit Entomology Lab\, Dr. Chris Adams\, OSU MCAREC\n3:30-3:50 — The Phenology of Euscelidius variegatus Reared Under Controlled Conditions\, Anders Wohler\, OSU MCAREC\n3:50-4:35 — Farmworker Health & Wellness\, One Community Health
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/oregon-state-university-extension-cherry-day-the-dalles-or/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250214
DTSTAMP:20250312T184740Z
CREATED:20250312T184740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184740Z
UID:10002624-1739232000-1739491199@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:World Ag Expo\, Tulare CA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/world-ag-expo-tulare-ca-3/
CATEGORIES:Hort Show/Convention
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250213
DTSTAMP:20250312T184740Z
CREATED:20250312T184740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184740Z
UID:10002623-1739145600-1739404799@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:WineVit (Washington Winegrowers Convention and Trade Show)\, Kennewick WA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/winevit-washington-winegrowers-convention-and-trade-show-kennewick-wa/
CATEGORIES:Hort Show/Convention
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250207
DTSTAMP:20250312T184708Z
CREATED:20250312T184708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184708Z
UID:10002606-1738800000-1738886399@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Okanogan Horticultural Society Meeting\, Omak WA
DESCRIPTION:North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days\nJanuary 21–23 in Wenatchee\, Feb 6 in Omak \nJoin us for Washington State University Tree Fruit Extension programs in North Central Washington on Jan. 21\, 22 and 23\, and on Feb. 6. Co-sponsored by Northwest Cherries\, Pear Bureau Northwest\, NCW Fieldmen’s Association and the Okanogan Horticultural Association. These events provide the latest research-based information on horticulture\, pest and disease management. We hope you will join us to network and learn this winter. \nNo preregistration required for in-person sessions (thanks to our co-sponsors). Registration required for virtual participation in Apple\, Pear and Stone Fruit Days. Virtual participants will have a fee to cover livestreaming audiovisual expenses. \nFor agendas\, additional information and registration\, visit: http://treefruit.wsu.edu/events. Pesticide update credits will be awarded for program attendance\, 3 to 4 credits per session. \nFor more information visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events or contact Tianna DuPont tianna.dupont@wsu.edu \n(509) 293-8758 \nExtension programs and employment are available without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local extension office.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/okanogan-horticultural-society-meeting-omak-wa/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250207
DTSTAMP:20250312T184706Z
CREATED:20250312T184706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184706Z
UID:10002601-1738800000-1738886399@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:G.S. Long Winter Ag Academy\, Tri-Cities WA
DESCRIPTION:February 6th – Winter Ag Academy Tri-Cities – Tri-Cities Convention Center \nWorkers – Training to the Worker Protection Standard (Spanish) \nIf you have employees working directly with or even around pesticides\, this workshop is an excellent \nopportunity for you to provide them with Accredited and Documented Training. All training is Hands \nOn and directly administered by experienced WSDA trainers. All participants will receive a WSDA \nHandler Card upon course completion – no testing required! Six WSDA pesticide recertification \ncredits will be available for licensed participants! \n​ \nCrew Leaders – Leadership Skills (Spanish) \nThis session focuses on the role of training and development in managing others and the significance \nof communication. Areas of emphasis include: understanding the importance of job descriptions; \ncommon sense practices and self-evaluation; discipline and termination; hostile work environment; \nand dealing with unwanted visitors. Attendees will participate with the instructors and each other in \nself-evaluation and identifying best management practices for achieving maximum contributions. \n​​ \nOwner/HR – Agricultural Labor Law (English) \nThis track is full of important need-to-know state and federal labor regulatory updates specific to \nagricultural employers. Know your legal requirements and your rights! \n(Pre-Registration is required) \nFor additional information or to register\, please contact Maegen Otterstein: maegen@gslong.com or \nSalvador Jimenez: salvadorj@gslong.com. You can also call either at 1(800) 338-5664
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/g-s-long-winter-ag-academy-tri-cities-wa-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250207
DTSTAMP:20241107T201910Z
CREATED:20241107T201910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T201910Z
UID:10001281-1738800000-1738886399@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Okanogan Horticultural Society Meeting\, Omak WA
DESCRIPTION:North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days\nJanuary 21–23 in Wenatchee\, Feb 6 in Omak \nJoin us for Washington State University Tree Fruit Extension programs in North Central Washington on Jan. 21\, 22 and 23\, and on Feb. 6. Co-sponsored by Northwest Cherries\, Pear Bureau Northwest\, NCW Fieldmen’s Association and the Okanogan Horticultural Association. These events provide the latest research-based information on horticulture\, pest and disease management. We hope you will join us to network and learn this winter. \nNo preregistration required for in-person sessions (thanks to our co-sponsors). Registration required for virtual participation in Apple\, Pear and Stone Fruit Days. Virtual participants will have a fee to cover livestreaming audiovisual expenses. \nFor agendas\, additional information and registration\, visit: http://treefruit.wsu.edu/events. Pesticide update credits will be awarded for program attendance\, 3 to 4 credits per session. \nFor more information visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events or contact Tianna DuPont tianna.dupont@wsu.edu \n(509) 293-8758 \nExtension programs and employment are available without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local extension office.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/okanogan-horticultural-society-meeting-omak-wa-2/
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250207
DTSTAMP:20241029T223539Z
CREATED:20241029T223539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T223539Z
UID:10001276-1738800000-1738886399@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:G.S. Long Winter Ag Academy\, Tri-Cities WA
DESCRIPTION:February 6th – Winter Ag Academy Tri-Cities – Tri-Cities Convention Center \nWorkers – Training to the Worker Protection Standard (Spanish) \nIf you have employees working directly with or even around pesticides\, this workshop is an excellent \nopportunity for you to provide them with Accredited and Documented Training. All training is Hands \nOn and directly administered by experienced WSDA trainers. All participants will receive a WSDA \nHandler Card upon course completion – no testing required! Six WSDA pesticide recertification \ncredits will be available for licensed participants! \n​ \nCrew Leaders – Leadership Skills (Spanish) \nThis session focuses on the role of training and development in managing others and the significance \nof communication. Areas of emphasis include: understanding the importance of job descriptions; \ncommon sense practices and self-evaluation; discipline and termination; hostile work environment; \nand dealing with unwanted visitors. Attendees will participate with the instructors and each other in \nself-evaluation and identifying best management practices for achieving maximum contributions. \n​​ \nOwner/HR – Agricultural Labor Law (English) \nThis track is full of important need-to-know state and federal labor regulatory updates specific to \nagricultural employers. Know your legal requirements and your rights! \n(Pre-Registration is required) \nFor additional information or to register\, please contact Maegen Otterstein: maegen@gslong.com or \nSalvador Jimenez: salvadorj@gslong.com. You can also call either at 1(800) 338-5664
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/g-s-long-winter-ag-academy-tri-cities-wa-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTSTAMP:20250312T184740Z
CREATED:20250312T184740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184740Z
UID:10002622-1738195200-1738281599@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission Apple Horticulture/Postharvest Research Review
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/washington-tree-fruit-research-commission-apple-horticulture-postharvest-research-review/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTSTAMP:20250312T184714Z
CREATED:20250312T184713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184714Z
UID:10002613-1738195200-1738281599@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Pear Bureau Northwest board of directors meeting\, via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Pear Bureau Northwest board of directors meeting via Zoom\, Jan. 30\, 8:30 a.m.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/pear-bureau-northwest-board-of-directors-meeting-via-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250201
DTSTAMP:20250312T184740Z
CREATED:20250312T184740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184740Z
UID:10002621-1738108800-1738367999@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Illinois Food\, Farmers Market and Specialty Crop Conference\, Springfield IL
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/illinois-food-farmers-market-and-specialty-crop-conference-springfield-il-2/
CATEGORIES:Hort Show/Convention
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250130
DTSTAMP:20250312T184740Z
CREATED:20250312T184740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184740Z
UID:10002620-1738108800-1738195199@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission Apple Crop Protection Research Review\, Wenatchee\, WA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/washington-tree-fruit-research-commission-apple-crop-protection-research-review-wenatchee-wa/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTSTAMP:20250312T184721Z
CREATED:20250312T184721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184721Z
UID:10002619-1738022400-1738281599@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Unified Wine & Grape Symposium\, Sacramento CA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/unified-wine-grape-symposium-sacramento-ca-2/
CATEGORIES:Hort Show/Convention
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTSTAMP:20250312T184720Z
CREATED:20250312T184720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184720Z
UID:10002618-1738022400-1738281599@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Mid-Atlantic Fruit and Vegetable Convention\, Hershey PA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/mid-atlantic-fruit-and-vegetable-convention-hershey-pa-2/
CATEGORIES:Hort Show/Convention
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250129
DTSTAMP:20250312T184706Z
CREATED:20250312T184706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184706Z
UID:10002600-1738022400-1738108799@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:G. S. Long Winter Ag Academy\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:January 28th – Winter Ag Academy Wenatchee – Wenatchee Convention Center \nWorkers – Training to the Worker Protection Standard (Spanish) \nIf you have employees working directly with or even around pesticides\, this workshop is an excellent \nopportunity for you to provide them with Accredited and Documented Training. All training is Hands \nOn and directly administered by experienced WSDA trainers. All participants will receive a WSDA \nHandler Card upon course completion – no testing required! Six WSDA pesticide recertification \ncredits will be available for licensed participants! \n​ \nCrew Leaders – Leadership Skills (Spanish) \nThis session focuses on the role of training and development in managing others and the significance \nof communication. Areas of emphasis include: understanding the importance of job descriptions; \ncommon sense practices and self-evaluation; discipline and termination; hostile work environment; \nand dealing with unwanted visitors. Attendees will participate with the instructors and each other in \nself-evaluation and identifying best management practices for achieving maximum contributions. \n​​ \nOwner/HR – Agricultural Labor Law (English) \nThis track is full of important need-to-know state and federal labor regulatory updates specific to \nagricultural employers. Know your legal requirements and your rights! \n(Pre-Registration is required) \nFor additional information or to register\, please contact Maegen Otterstein: maegen@gslong.com or \nSalvador Jimenez: salvadorj@gslong.com. You can also call either at 1(800) 338-5664
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/g-s-long-winter-ag-academy-wenatchee-wa-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250129
DTSTAMP:20241029T223357Z
CREATED:20241029T223357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T223357Z
UID:10001275-1738022400-1738108799@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:G. S. Long Winter Ag Academy\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:January 28th – Winter Ag Academy Wenatchee – Wenatchee Convention Center \nWorkers – Training to the Worker Protection Standard (Spanish) \nIf you have employees working directly with or even around pesticides\, this workshop is an excellent \nopportunity for you to provide them with Accredited and Documented Training. All training is Hands \nOn and directly administered by experienced WSDA trainers. All participants will receive a WSDA \nHandler Card upon course completion – no testing required! Six WSDA pesticide recertification \ncredits will be available for licensed participants! \n​ \nCrew Leaders – Leadership Skills (Spanish) \nThis session focuses on the role of training and development in managing others and the significance \nof communication. Areas of emphasis include: understanding the importance of job descriptions; \ncommon sense practices and self-evaluation; discipline and termination; hostile work environment; \nand dealing with unwanted visitors. Attendees will participate with the instructors and each other in \nself-evaluation and identifying best management practices for achieving maximum contributions. \n​​ \nOwner/HR – Agricultural Labor Law (English) \nThis track is full of important need-to-know state and federal labor regulatory updates specific to \nagricultural employers. Know your legal requirements and your rights! \n(Pre-Registration is required) \nFor additional information or to register\, please contact Maegen Otterstein: maegen@gslong.com or \nSalvador Jimenez: salvadorj@gslong.com. You can also call either at 1(800) 338-5664
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/g-s-long-winter-ag-academy-wenatchee-wa-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250124
DTSTAMP:20250312T184748Z
CREATED:20250312T184748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184748Z
UID:10002628-1737590400-1737676799@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Manejo de Frutales\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:Manejo de Frutales          \n23 de enero (January 23) \n1:00-3:30 pm \nWenatchee Convention Center 121 N Wenatchee Ave\, Wenatchee WA \n3 WSDA créditos de pesticidas (3 WSDA Pesticide credits) \nEvento presencial (in person event) \nParte del evento de 3 días de charlas.\nPart of a three day North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days event. \nSin costo\, patrocinado. Sin registro obligatorio. En persona.\nNo cost to attend. No registration necessary. In person only. \nAlmuerzo sin costo para las primeras 100 personas a las doce.\nSponsored lunch for the first 100 registrants at noon. \nPara mas información https://treefruit.wsu.edu/event/manejo-de-frutales-2025/ \n1:00 PM — Nuevas Tecnologias en Fruticultura (New Technologies in Fruit Production)\nFrancisco Saramiento\, Wenatchee Valley College \n1:30 PM — Monitoreo de plagas en Manzanos (Scouting for Apple Pests)\nFrank Sarmiento-Torres\, Wenatchee Valley College \n2:00 PM — Que sucede después de la cosecha y por qué lo que hago en el campo es importante (What Happens After Harvest and Why What I do in the Field Matters)\nAlex Capi\, Stemilt Growers \n2:30 PM — Manejo de Palomilla de Manzana (Codling Moth Management)\nTianna DuPont\, WSU Extension \n3:00 PM — Protección de abejas (Pollinator Protection)\nFlor Servin\, WSDA \n3:30 PM — Cierre y créditos de pesticidas \nContacto: Tianna DuPont\, WSU Extension (509) 713-5346 tianna.dupont@wsu.edu
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/manejo-de-frutales-wenatchee-wa/
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250124
DTSTAMP:20250312T184708Z
CREATED:20250312T184708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184708Z
UID:10002605-1737590400-1737676799@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Apple Day – North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days\nJanuary 21–23 in Wenatchee\, Feb 6 in Omak \nJoin us for Washington State University Tree Fruit Extension programs in North Central Washington on Jan. 21\, 22 and 23\, and on Feb. 6. Co-sponsored by Northwest Cherries\, Pear Bureau Northwest\, NCW Fieldmen’s Association and the Okanogan Horticultural Association. These events provide the latest research-based information on horticulture\, pest and disease management. We hope you will join us to network and learn this winter. \nNo preregistration required for in-person sessions (thanks to our co-sponsors). Registration required for virtual participation in Apple\, Pear and Stone Fruit Days. Virtual participants will have a fee to cover livestreaming audiovisual expenses. \nFor agendas\, additional information and registration\, visit: http://treefruit.wsu.edu/events. Pesticide update credits will be awarded for program attendance\, 3 to 4 credits per session. \nFor more information visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events or contact Tianna DuPont tianna.dupont@wsu.edu \n(509) 293-8758 \nExtension programs and employment are available without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local extension office.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/apple-day-north-central-washington-tree-fruit-days-wenatchee-wa/
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250124
DTSTAMP:20241107T201447Z
CREATED:20241107T201447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T201447Z
UID:10001280-1737590400-1737676799@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Apple Day – North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days\nJanuary 21–23 in Wenatchee\, Feb 6 in Omak \nJoin us for Washington State University Tree Fruit Extension programs in North Central Washington on Jan. 21\, 22 and 23\, and on Feb. 6. Co-sponsored by Northwest Cherries\, Pear Bureau Northwest\, NCW Fieldmen’s Association and the Okanogan Horticultural Association. These events provide the latest research-based information on horticulture\, pest and disease management. We hope you will join us to network and learn this winter. \nNo preregistration required for in-person sessions (thanks to our co-sponsors). Registration required for virtual participation in Apple\, Pear and Stone Fruit Days. Virtual participants will have a fee to cover livestreaming audiovisual expenses. \nFor agendas\, additional information and registration\, visit: http://treefruit.wsu.edu/events. Pesticide update credits will be awarded for program attendance\, 3 to 4 credits per session. \nFor more information visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events or contact Tianna DuPont tianna.dupont@wsu.edu \n(509) 293-8758 \nExtension programs and employment are available without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local extension office.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/apple-day-north-central-washington-tree-fruit-days-wenatchee-wa-2/
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250123
DTSTAMP:20250312T184713Z
CREATED:20250312T184712Z
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SUMMARY:Washington Cherry Marketing Committee representative selection\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:WASHINGTON CHERRY MARKETING COMMITTEE \nREPRESENTATIVES TO BE SELECTED \nNominations for grower and handler positions on the Washington Cherry Marketing Committee will take place during the annual Cherry Institute meeting on January 10\, 2025\, for District 2 and NCW Stone Fruit Day on January 22\, 2025\, for District 1. The committee establishes grade\, size\, and pack regulations for fresh sweet cherries from designated counties in Washington. \nDistrict 1 Growers whose terms expire in 2025 are Dennis Berdan (John Griggs Jr.\, Alternate)\, and Andy Gale (Todd Skylstad\, Alternate). Handlers whose terms expire in 2025 are Adam Brunner (Brett Reasor\, Alternate) and Tate Mathison (Michael Taylor\, Alternate). \nDistrict 2 Growers whose terms expire in 2025 are Kyle Crowston (Donnie Olmstead\, Alternate)\, Ed Skelton (Gary Ormiston\, Alternate) and Allan Schmidt (Camille Smith\, Alternate). Handlers whose terms will expire in 2025 are Vacant (Cindy Alarcon\, Alternate). All positions expire as of March 31\, 2025. \nThis meeting is open to all persons without regard to race\, color\, national origin\, gender\, religion\, age\, or disability. Persons who require reasonable accommodations or alternative means of communication (such as Braille\, large print\, sign language) or language interpretation or translation\, or special meals\, should contact the WSFC at (509) 453-4837 at least three (3) business days before the meeting.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/washington-cherry-marketing-committee-representative-selection-wenatchee-wa/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250123
DTSTAMP:20250312T184706Z
CREATED:20250312T184706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184706Z
UID:10002604-1737504000-1737590399@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Stone Fruit Day – North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days\nJanuary 21–23 in Wenatchee\, Feb 6 in Omak \nJoin us for Washington State University Tree Fruit Extension programs in North Central Washington on Jan. 21\, 22 and 23\, and on Feb. 6. Co-sponsored by Northwest Cherries\, Pear Bureau Northwest\, NCW Fieldmen’s Association and the Okanogan Horticultural Association. These events provide the latest research-based information on horticulture\, pest and disease management. We hope you will join us to network and learn this winter. \nNo preregistration required for in-person sessions (thanks to our co-sponsors). Registration required for virtual participation in Apple\, Pear and Stone Fruit Days. Virtual participants will have a fee to cover livestreaming audiovisual expenses. \nFor agendas\, additional information and registration\, visit: http://treefruit.wsu.edu/events. Pesticide update credits will be awarded for program attendance\, 3 to 4 credits per session. \nFor more information visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events or contact Tianna DuPont tianna.dupont@wsu.edu \n(509) 293-8758 \nExtension programs and employment are available without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local extension office.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/stone-fruit-day-north-central-washington-tree-fruit-days-wenatchee-wa/
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250123
DTSTAMP:20250312T184704Z
CREATED:20250312T184704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184704Z
UID:10002599-1737504000-1737590399@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:G.S. Long Winter AG Academy\, Yakima WA
DESCRIPTION:January 22nd – Winter AG Academy Yakima – Yakima Convention Center \nWorkers – Training to the Worker Protection Standard (Spanish) \nIf you have employees working directly with or even around pesticides\, this workshop is an excellent \nopportunity for you to provide them with Accredited and Documented Training. All training is Hands \nOn and directly administered by experienced WSDA trainers. All participants will receive a WSDA \nHandler Card upon course completion – no testing required! Six WSDA pesticide recertification \ncredits will be available for licensed participants! \n​​ \nCrew Leaders – Leadership Skills (Spanish) \nThis session focuses on the role of training and development in managing others and the significance \nof communication. Areas of emphasis include: understanding the importance of job descriptions; \ncommon sense practices and self-evaluation; discipline and termination; hostile work environment; \nand dealing with unwanted visitors. Attendees will participate with the instructors and each other in \nself-evaluation and identifying best management practices for achieving maximum contributions. \n​​ \nOwner/HR – Agricultural Labor Law (English) \nThis track is full of important need-to-know state and federal labor regulatory updates specific to \nagricultural employers. Know your legal requirements and your rights! \n(Pre-Registration is required) \nFor additional information or to register\, please contact Maegen Otterstein: maegen@gslong.com or \nSalvador Jimenez: salvadorj@gslong.com. You can also call either at 1(800) 338-5664
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/g-s-long-winter-ag-academy-yakima-wa-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250123
DTSTAMP:20241108T010102Z
CREATED:20241108T010102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T010102Z
UID:10001285-1737504000-1737590399@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Washington Cherry Marketing Committee representative selection\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:WASHINGTON CHERRY MARKETING COMMITTEE \nREPRESENTATIVES TO BE SELECTED \nNominations for grower and handler positions on the Washington Cherry Marketing Committee will take place during the annual Cherry Institute meeting on January 10\, 2025\, for District 2 and NCW Stone Fruit Day on January 22\, 2025\, for District 1. The committee establishes grade\, size\, and pack regulations for fresh sweet cherries from designated counties in Washington. \nDistrict 1 Growers whose terms expire in 2025 are Dennis Berdan (John Griggs Jr.\, Alternate)\, and Andy Gale (Todd Skylstad\, Alternate). Handlers whose terms expire in 2025 are Adam Brunner (Brett Reasor\, Alternate) and Tate Mathison (Michael Taylor\, Alternate). \nDistrict 2 Growers whose terms expire in 2025 are Kyle Crowston (Donnie Olmstead\, Alternate)\, Ed Skelton (Gary Ormiston\, Alternate) and Allan Schmidt (Camille Smith\, Alternate). Handlers whose terms will expire in 2025 are Vacant (Cindy Alarcon\, Alternate). All positions expire as of March 31\, 2025. \nThis meeting is open to all persons without regard to race\, color\, national origin\, gender\, religion\, age\, or disability. Persons who require reasonable accommodations or alternative means of communication (such as Braille\, large print\, sign language) or language interpretation or translation\, or special meals\, should contact the WSFC at (509) 453-4837 at least three (3) business days before the meeting.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/washington-cherry-marketing-committee-representative-selection-wenatchee-wa-2/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250123
DTSTAMP:20241107T201148Z
CREATED:20241107T201148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T201148Z
UID:10001279-1737504000-1737590399@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Stone Fruit Day – North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days\nJanuary 21–23 in Wenatchee\, Feb 6 in Omak \nJoin us for Washington State University Tree Fruit Extension programs in North Central Washington on Jan. 21\, 22 and 23\, and on Feb. 6. Co-sponsored by Northwest Cherries\, Pear Bureau Northwest\, NCW Fieldmen’s Association and the Okanogan Horticultural Association. These events provide the latest research-based information on horticulture\, pest and disease management. We hope you will join us to network and learn this winter. \nNo preregistration required for in-person sessions (thanks to our co-sponsors). Registration required for virtual participation in Apple\, Pear and Stone Fruit Days. Virtual participants will have a fee to cover livestreaming audiovisual expenses. \nFor agendas\, additional information and registration\, visit: http://treefruit.wsu.edu/events. Pesticide update credits will be awarded for program attendance\, 3 to 4 credits per session. \nFor more information visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events or contact Tianna DuPont tianna.dupont@wsu.edu \n(509) 293-8758 \nExtension programs and employment are available without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local extension office.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/stone-fruit-day-north-central-washington-tree-fruit-days-wenatchee-wa-2/
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250123
DTSTAMP:20241029T223157Z
CREATED:20241029T223157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T223157Z
UID:10001274-1737504000-1737590399@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:G.S. Long Winter AG Academy\, Yakima WA
DESCRIPTION:January 22nd – Winter AG Academy Yakima – Yakima Convention Center \nWorkers – Training to the Worker Protection Standard (Spanish) \nIf you have employees working directly with or even around pesticides\, this workshop is an excellent \nopportunity for you to provide them with Accredited and Documented Training. All training is Hands \nOn and directly administered by experienced WSDA trainers. All participants will receive a WSDA \nHandler Card upon course completion – no testing required! Six WSDA pesticide recertification \ncredits will be available for licensed participants! \n​​ \nCrew Leaders – Leadership Skills (Spanish) \nThis session focuses on the role of training and development in managing others and the significance \nof communication. Areas of emphasis include: understanding the importance of job descriptions; \ncommon sense practices and self-evaluation; discipline and termination; hostile work environment; \nand dealing with unwanted visitors. Attendees will participate with the instructors and each other in \nself-evaluation and identifying best management practices for achieving maximum contributions. \n​​ \nOwner/HR – Agricultural Labor Law (English) \nThis track is full of important need-to-know state and federal labor regulatory updates specific to \nagricultural employers. Know your legal requirements and your rights! \n(Pre-Registration is required) \nFor additional information or to register\, please contact Maegen Otterstein: maegen@gslong.com or \nSalvador Jimenez: salvadorj@gslong.com. You can also call either at 1(800) 338-5664
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/g-s-long-winter-ag-academy-yakima-wa-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250121T112000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250121T120000
DTSTAMP:20250312T184748Z
CREATED:20250312T184748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184748Z
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SUMMARY:Fresh Pear Committee elections: Wenatchee District
DESCRIPTION:Elections for a Wenatchee District grower member and two alternates to the Fresh Pear Committee of Marketing Order #927 are scheduled to be held at 11:20 a.m. on January 21\, 2025. The election will be a hybrid in-person event with a Zoom component and will be hosted and moderated by Shawn Cox and held at the North Central Washington Pear Day located in the Wenatchee Convention Center\, 121 N. Wenatchee Ave\, Wenatchee\, WA 98801.  \nOnly fresh pear growers from the Wenatchee District (includes the counties of King\, Chelan\, Okanogan\, Douglas\, Grant\, Lincoln and Spokane in the state of Washington and all other counties in Washington lying north thereof) are eligible to nominate and vote in this election. The positions to be filled include: Member position held by Kevin Carney\, the first alternate position held by Rod Grams and the second alternate position held by Allan Warman. \nThe current slate is eligible for re-election having only served one out of three possible consecutive terms expiring on June 30\, 2025. Other growers are eligible as well. Names of those elected will be submitted to the United States Secretary of Agriculture for official appointment to the committee and will serve for a two-year term beginning July 1\, 2025. \nAmong other duties\, the Fresh Pear Committee is responsible for setting the assessment rates for research and promotion and advertising of all pears grown in Washington and Oregon marketed in the domestic and export markets. \nThe committee encourages women\, minorities and the physically challenged\, who qualify as pear growers/handlers\, to attend and participate in the nomination proceedings.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/fresh-pear-committee-elections-wenatchee-district-3/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250122
DTSTAMP:20250312T184706Z
CREATED:20250312T184706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184706Z
UID:10002603-1737417600-1737503999@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Pear Day – North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days\nJanuary 21–23 in Wenatchee\, Feb 6 in Omak \nJoin us for Washington State University Tree Fruit Extension programs in North Central Washington on Jan. 21\, 22 and 23\, and on Feb. 6. Co-sponsored by Northwest Cherries\, Pear Bureau Northwest\, NCW Fieldmen’s Association and the Okanogan Horticultural Association. These events provide the latest research-based information on horticulture\, pest and disease management. We hope you will join us to network and learn this winter. \nNo preregistration required for in-person sessions (thanks to our co-sponsors). Registration required for virtual participation in Apple\, Pear and Stone Fruit Days. Virtual participants will have a fee to cover livestreaming audiovisual expenses. \nFor agendas\, additional information and registration\, visit: http://treefruit.wsu.edu/events. Pesticide update credits will be awarded for program attendance\, 3 to 4 credits per session. \nFor more information visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events or contact Tianna DuPont tianna.dupont@wsu.edu \n(509) 293-8758 \nExtension programs and employment are available without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local extension office.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/pear-day-north-central-washington-tree-fruit-days-wenatchee-wa/
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250122
DTSTAMP:20241107T195940Z
CREATED:20241107T195940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T195940Z
UID:10001278-1737417600-1737503999@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Pear Day – North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days\nJanuary 21–23 in Wenatchee\, Feb 6 in Omak \nJoin us for Washington State University Tree Fruit Extension programs in North Central Washington on Jan. 21\, 22 and 23\, and on Feb. 6. Co-sponsored by Northwest Cherries\, Pear Bureau Northwest\, NCW Fieldmen’s Association and the Okanogan Horticultural Association. These events provide the latest research-based information on horticulture\, pest and disease management. We hope you will join us to network and learn this winter. \nNo preregistration required for in-person sessions (thanks to our co-sponsors). Registration required for virtual participation in Apple\, Pear and Stone Fruit Days. Virtual participants will have a fee to cover livestreaming audiovisual expenses. \nFor agendas\, additional information and registration\, visit: http://treefruit.wsu.edu/events. Pesticide update credits will be awarded for program attendance\, 3 to 4 credits per session. \nFor more information visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events or contact Tianna DuPont tianna.dupont@wsu.edu \n(509) 293-8758 \nExtension programs and employment are available without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local extension office.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/pear-day-north-central-washington-tree-fruit-days-wenatchee-wa-2/
CATEGORIES:Event
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