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SUMMARY:Organic Apple Orchard Academy
DESCRIPTION:The IPM Institute of North America and the Organic Fruit Growers Association will host the Organic Apple Orchard Academy\, a four-part virtual series designed to help beginning growers build successful\, sustainable orchard operations. The program runs Feb. 9\, 11\, 16 and 18 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. (times are Central). \n\n\nSessions will cover orchard startup and design\, pest management\, horticultural practices\, harvest and labor strategies\, and marketing for fresh and value-added products. Speakers include Chris McGuire of Blue Roof Orchard\, Rami Aburomia of Atoms to Apples Orchard\, Rachel Henderson of Mary Dirty Face Farm\, and Peter Werts of the IPM Institute. \n\n\nThe academy is tailored for aspiring growers in the Midwest and Northeast\, including conventional and organic beginners\, farm managers and staff stepping into leadership roles. \n\n\nRegistration is available at: ipminstitute.org/services/organic-apple-orchard-academy.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/organic-apple-orchard-academy/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T193000
DTSTAMP:20251226T183031Z
CREATED:20251226T183031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T183031Z
UID:10002713-1770827400-1770838200@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Organic Apple Orchard Academy
DESCRIPTION:The IPM Institute of North America and the Organic Fruit Growers Association will host the Organic Apple Orchard Academy\, a four-part virtual series designed to help beginning growers build successful\, sustainable orchard operations. The program runs Feb. 9\, 11\, 16 and 18 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. (times are Central). \n\n\nSessions will cover orchard startup and design\, pest management\, horticultural practices\, harvest and labor strategies\, and marketing for fresh and value-added products. Speakers include Chris McGuire of Blue Roof Orchard\, Rami Aburomia of Atoms to Apples Orchard\, Rachel Henderson of Mary Dirty Face Farm\, and Peter Werts of the IPM Institute. \n\n\nThe academy is tailored for aspiring growers in the Midwest and Northeast\, including conventional and organic beginners\, farm managers and staff stepping into leadership roles. \n\n\nRegistration is available at: ipminstitute.org/services/organic-apple-orchard-academy.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/organic-apple-orchard-academy/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260204T180936Z
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SUMMARY:Fresh Pear Committee elections
DESCRIPTION:Elections for a Medford District Grower member and two alternates to the Fresh Pear Committee (FPC) of Marketing Order #927 are scheduled to be held at an election meeting on Wednesday\, February 11\, 2026\, at 10 a.m. at 2 W. Barnett Rd\, Medford\, OR 97501. This is an in-person meeting with a conference call option and will be hosted and moderated by Laura Naumes. The conference room phone number is: 541-608-1726. \nOnly fresh pear growers from the Medford District (includes all counties in the state of Oregon except for Hood River and Wasco counties) are eligible to nominate and vote in this election. The positions to be filled include: Member position held by Nancy Vaughn\, the First Alternate position held by Matt Borman and the Second Alternate position which is currently vacant. \nThe Member position and the First Alternate position have served 1 out of 3 possible terms expiring on June 30\, 2026\, and are eligible for re-election. Other eligible 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\, 2026. \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 WA and OR 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-17/
LOCATION:Naumes\, Inc.\, 2 W Barnett Rd\, Medford\, OR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T153000
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CREATED:20251226T164028Z
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UID:10002711-1770798600-1770823800@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Okanogan Horticultural Society Meeting\, Okanogan WA
DESCRIPTION:Okanogan Horticultural Society Meeting\nWednesday February 11\, 2026 @ 9:00 am to 3:30 pm (check-in 8:30 am)\nAgriplex\, Omak\, WA 175 Rodeo Trail Rd Okanogan WA\nCo-Sponsored by Okanogan Horticultural Society\nTopics include: Codling moth\, apple maggot\, tree fruit nutrition\, WA38 greasiness\, Sunflare\, thinning\, and more.\nAgenda at https://treefruit.wsu.edu/event/okanogan-horticultural-society-meeting-2026/
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/okanogan-horticultural-society-meeting-okanogan-wa/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T170000
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CREATED:20251125T154425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T154425Z
UID:10002703-1770742800-1770757200@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Washington Wine Industry Foundation Party + Auction 2026\, Kennewick WA
DESCRIPTION:Washington Wine Industry Foundation \nJoin us for Party + Auction 2026! \nDate: Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026\nLocation: Three Rivers Convention Center\nTime: 5–9pm \nHundreds of wine industry members and friends will come together at Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick to raise a glass (and some money) for the future of Washington wine at the Foundation’s biggest fundraiser of the year – our annual Party + Auction. Attendees enjoy live music\, wine from premier Washington wineries\, an opportunity to secure their case of Collaboration Series wine\, live & silent auction\, raffles\, and games as well as a full-dinner. Funds raised will support the Foundation in crafting solutions to our industry’s greatest challenges as well as help fund scholarships and sabbaticals for the future leaders of the Washington wine industry. We are looking forward to another wonderful event and hope to see you there! \n2026 Tickets:\n$125 per person\n$1\,500 for a table of 10 (reserved VIP table) \nFo more information and registration\, go to: https://washingtonwinefoundation.org/events/auction/
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/washington-wine-industry-foundation-party-auction-2026-kennewick-wa/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260206T170520Z
CREATED:20260206T170413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T170520Z
UID:10002724-1770714000-1770721200@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Florida Blueberry Growers webinar on post-storm recovery\, online
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/florida-blueberry-growers-webinar-on-post-storm-recovery-online/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260213
DTSTAMP:20250916T134301Z
CREATED:20250916T134301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T134301Z
UID:10002693-1770681600-1770940799@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:World Ag Expo\, Tulare CA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/world-ag-expo-tulare-ca-6/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Hort Show/Convention
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260212
DTSTAMP:20251114T140453Z
CREATED:20250916T134003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T140453Z
UID:10002692-1770681600-1770854399@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-3/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Hort Show/Convention
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260209T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260209T193000
DTSTAMP:20251226T183031Z
CREATED:20251226T183031Z
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UID:10002712-1770654600-1770665400@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Organic Apple Orchard Academy
DESCRIPTION:The IPM Institute of North America and the Organic Fruit Growers Association will host the Organic Apple Orchard Academy\, a four-part virtual series designed to help beginning growers build successful\, sustainable orchard operations. The program runs Feb. 9\, 11\, 16 and 18 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. (times are Central). \n\n\nSessions will cover orchard startup and design\, pest management\, horticultural practices\, harvest and labor strategies\, and marketing for fresh and value-added products. Speakers include Chris McGuire of Blue Roof Orchard\, Rami Aburomia of Atoms to Apples Orchard\, Rachel Henderson of Mary Dirty Face Farm\, and Peter Werts of the IPM Institute. \n\n\nThe academy is tailored for aspiring growers in the Midwest and Northeast\, including conventional and organic beginners\, farm managers and staff stepping into leadership roles. \n\n\nRegistration is available at: ipminstitute.org/services/organic-apple-orchard-academy.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/organic-apple-orchard-academy/2026-02-09/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260212
DTSTAMP:20251114T140226Z
CREATED:20250916T133428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T140226Z
UID:10002690-1770595200-1770854399@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:G.S. Long WSDA pre-license applicator training and exam (Spanish)\, Yakima WA
DESCRIPTION:These 20-hour courses are in-Spanish & in-person with the exam immediately following training on day three. These courses are designed to give your Spanish language employees their best opportunity to successfully obtain their WSDA issued Private Applicator’s License. \nThis is direct issued training by experienced and professional WSDA instructors. \nRegistration fees include all meals\, beverages and snacks for these three-day events\, along with all classroom materials and the WSDA exam itself. \n(Pre-Registration is required) \n​ \nFor additional information or to register\, please contact Maegen Otterstein: maegen@gslong.com or Salvador Jimenez: salvadorj@gslong.com. You can also call either at 1(800) 338-5664
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/g-s-long-wsda-pre-license-applicator-training-and-exam-spanish-yakima-wa/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260212
DTSTAMP:20251124T154912Z
CREATED:20251124T154912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T154912Z
UID:10002702-1770508800-1770854399@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:International Fruit Tree Association 2026 Annual Meeting\, Fresno CA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/international-fruit-tree-association-2026-annual-meeting-fresno-ca/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Event|Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTSTAMP:20250916T133700Z
CREATED:20250916T133700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T133700Z
UID:10002691-1770249600-1770335999@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:G.S. Long Winter AG Academy\, Kennewick WA
DESCRIPTION:Workers – Training to the Worker Protection Standard (Spanish) \nIf you have employees working directly with or even around pesticides\, this workshop is an excellent opportunity for you to provide them with Accredited and Documented Training. All training is Hands On and directly administered by experienced WSDA trainers. All participants will receive a WSDA Handler Card upon course completion – no testing required! Six WSDA pesticide recertification credits will be available for licensed participants! \nCrew Leaders – Leadership Skills (Spanish) \nThis session focuses on the role of training and development in managing others and the significance of communication. Areas of emphasis include: understanding the importance of job descriptions; common sense practices and self-evaluation; discipline and termination; hostile work environment; and dealing with unwanted visitors. Attendees will participate with the instructors and each other in self-evaluation and identifying best management practices for achieving maximum contributions. \nOwner/HR – Agricultural Labor Law (English) \nThis track is full of important need-to-know state and federal labor regulatory updates specific to agricultural 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 Salvador 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-kennewick-wa/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTSTAMP:20250915T230051Z
CREATED:20250915T230051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T230051Z
UID:10002689-1769644800-1769731199@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission Apple Horticulture/Postharvest Research Review\, Yakima WA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/washington-tree-fruit-research-commission-apple-horticulture-postharvest-research-review-yakima-wa/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTSTAMP:20250915T223833Z
CREATED:20250915T223833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T223833Z
UID:10002688-1769558400-1769817599@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-5/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Hort Show/Convention
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260129
DTSTAMP:20250915T222225Z
CREATED:20250915T222225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T222225Z
UID:10002687-1769558400-1769644799@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission Apple Crop Protection Research Review\, Yakima WA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/washington-tree-fruit-research-commission-apple-crop-protection-research-review-yakima-wa/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTSTAMP:20250915T185925Z
CREATED:20250915T185925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T185925Z
UID:10002686-1769472000-1769731199@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Unified Wine and Grape Symposium\, Sacramento CA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/unified-wine-and-grape-symposium-sacramento-ca/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Hort Show/Convention
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTSTAMP:20250915T185547Z
CREATED:20250915T185547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T185547Z
UID:10002685-1769472000-1769731199@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-5/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Hort Show/Convention
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260128
DTSTAMP:20250912T222503Z
CREATED:20250912T222503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T222503Z
UID:10002684-1769472000-1769558399@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:G.S. Long Winter AG Academy\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:Workers – Training to the Worker Protection Standard (Spanish) \nIf you have employees working directly with or even around pesticides\, this workshop is an excellent opportunity for you to provide them with Accredited and Documented Training. All training is Hands On and directly administered by experienced WSDA trainers. All participants will receive a WSDA Handler Card upon course completion – no testing required! Six WSDA pesticide recertification credits will be available for licensed participants! \nCrew Leaders – Leadership Skills (Spanish) \nThis session focuses on the role of training and development in managing others and the significance of communication. Areas of emphasis include: understanding the importance of job descriptions; common sense practices and self-evaluation; discipline and termination; hostile work environment; and dealing with unwanted visitors. Attendees will participate with the instructors and each other in self-evaluation and identifying best management practices for achieving maximum contributions. \nOwner/HR – Agricultural Labor Law (English) \nThis track is full of important need-to-know state and federal labor regulatory updates specific to agricultural 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 Salvador 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-5/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T160000
DTSTAMP:20251226T162703Z
CREATED:20251226T162703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T162703Z
UID:10002710-1769085000-1769097600@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days — Manejo de Frutales (Spanish session)\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:Join us for WSU Tree Fruit Extension Programs in North Central Washington on January 20\, 21\, 22\, and February 11\, 2026. 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. For agendas and additional information visit http://treefruit.wsu.edu/events. WSDA pesticide credits will be awarded for program attendance\, 3-4 WSDA credits per session. No pre-registration required for in person sessions (thank you to co-sponsors). Registration required for virtual participation in Apple\, Pear and Stone Fruit Days. Visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events to register. Virtual participants will have a fee to cover livestreaming audiovisual expenses. \nNetworking lunch. Pre-registration required for lunch. Join us for the sponsored networking lunch which provides an opportunity to learn and network with your peers and visiting speakers. Sponsored lunch limited to the first 100 attendees per day. Thank you to lunch sponsors: GS Long\, USDA SARE grant. Visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events to register for lunch. \nManejo de Frutales\nThursday January 22\, 2026 @ 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm\nWenatchee Convention Center\n121 N Wenatchee Avenue\, Wenatchee\, WA.\nCo-Sponsored by WSU Extension and NCW Fieldmen’s Association\nTopics include: Manejo integral de pera/ Pear integrated pest management. Insectos beneficos de la pera/ Beneficial insects in pears. Identification of cherry problems – viruses\, mildew\, nutrient deficiencies and more. Manejo integral de manzana/ Apple integrated pest management. Manejo de la carga de fruta/ Apple cropload management. Micro nutrient applications for pears. Prevención del estrés por calor/Heat stress prevention.\nAgenda at https://treefruit.wsu.edu/event/manejo-de-frutales-2026/
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/north-central-washington-tree-fruit-days-manejo-de-frutales-spanish-session-wenatchee-wa/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T115000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260115T213326Z
CREATED:20260115T213326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T213326Z
UID:10002718-1769082600-1769083200@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Fresh Pear Committee elections
DESCRIPTION:Elections for a Wenatchee District Grower member and two alternates to the Fresh Pear Committee (FPC) of Marketing Order #927 are scheduled to be held at 11:50 a.m. on January 22\, 2026. The election will be an in-person event and will be hosted and moderated by CarrieAnn Arias 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 Darrin Palmer\, the 1st Alternate position held by Matt McDevitt and the 2nd Alternate position held by Shawn Cox. \nThe current slate is eligible for re-election having only served 2 out of 3 possible consecutive terms expiring on June 30\, 2026. 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\, 2026. \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 WA and OR 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-16/
LOCATION:Wenatchee Convention Center\, 121 N Wenatchee Ave.\, Wenatchee\, WA\, 98801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T153000
DTSTAMP:20251226T162203Z
CREATED:20251226T162203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T162203Z
UID:10002709-1769070600-1769095800@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days — Pear Day\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:Join us for WSU Tree Fruit Extension Programs in North Central Washington on January 20\, 21\, 22\, and February 11\, 2026. 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. For agendas and additional information visit http://treefruit.wsu.edu/events. WSDA pesticide credits will be awarded for program attendance\, 3-4 WSDA credits per session. No pre-registration required for in person sessions (thank you to co-sponsors). Registration required for virtual participation in Apple\, Pear and Stone Fruit Days. Visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events to register. Virtual participants will have a fee to cover livestreaming audiovisual expenses. \nNetworking lunch. Pre-registration required for lunch. Join us for the sponsored networking lunch which provides an opportunity to learn and network with your peers and visiting speakers. Sponsored lunch limited to the first 100 attendees per day. Thank you to lunch sponsors: GS Long\, USDA SARE grant. Visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events to register for lunch. \nNorth Central Washington Pear Day\nThursday January 22\, 2026 @ 8:45 am to 3:30 pm (check-in 8:30 am)\nWenatchee Convention Center/ Virtual\n121 N Wenatchee Avenue\, Wenatchee\, WA.\nCo-Sponsored by WSU Extension and Pear Bureau Northwest\nTopics include: \nSession 1: Pest Management: Meeting IPM challenges from 2025. Managing mites. Who is eating your pear pest? Codling moth in pears. Session 2: Horticulture: Micro nutrient applications for pears. Analysis for pear sustainability: what are the limitations and opportunities. Assessment of existing pear cultivars newly evaluated in Washington State. Pear Bureau NW Update: Targeting the pear consumer.\nAgenda at https://treefruit.wsu.edu/event/pear-day-2026/
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/north-central-washington-tree-fruit-days-pear-day-wenatchee-wa/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260123
DTSTAMP:20250912T215447Z
CREATED:20250912T215447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T215447Z
UID:10002683-1769040000-1769126399@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:G.S. Long WSDA Worker Protection Standard training (Spanish)\, Yakima WA
DESCRIPTION:This one-day WSDA issued training is in-Spanish & in-person. This workshop satisfies the annual WPS Training Requirement for any of your unlicensed employees who work directly with or around pesticides – e.g.\, applicators\, mixer/loaders\, early personnel\, etc. There is no testing requirement to receive a WSDA issued Handler’s Card at this event. \n(Pre-Registration is required) \nFor additional information or to register\, please contact Maegen Otterstein: maegen@gslong.com or Salvador Jimenez: salvadorj@gslong.com. You can also call either at 1(800) 338-5664
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/g-s-long-wsda-worker-protection-standard-training-spanish-yakima-wa/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T153000
DTSTAMP:20251226T160330Z
CREATED:20251226T160330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T160330Z
UID:10002708-1768984200-1769009400@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days — Stone Fruit Day\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Washington State University Tree Fruit Extension Programs in North Central Washington on January 20\, 21\, 22\, and February 11\, 2026. 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. For agendas and additional information visit http://treefruit.wsu.edu/events. WSDA pesticide credits will be awarded for program attendance\, 3-4 WSDA credits per session. No pre-registration required for in person sessions (thank you to co-sponsors). Registration required for virtual participation in Apple\, Pear and Stone Fruit Days. Visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events to register. Virtual participants will have a fee to cover livestreaming audiovisual expenses. \nNetworking lunch. Pre-registration required for lunch. Join us for the sponsored networking lunch which provides an opportunity to learn and network with your peers and visiting speakers. Sponsored lunch limited to the first 100 attendees per day. Thank you to lunch sponsors: GS Long\, USDA SARE grant. Visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events to register for lunch. \nNorth Central Washington Stone Fruit Day \nWednesday January 21\, 2026 @ 8:45 am to 3:30 pm (check-in 8:30 am)\nWenatchee Convention Center/ Virtual\n121 N Wenatchee Avenue\, Wenatchee\, WA.\nCo-Sponsored by WSU Extension and NW Cherry Growers\nTopics include: \nSession 1: Insect\, Disease Management: Creating a hostile environment for Xdisease vectors. Stone fruit viruses. Powdery mildew panel. Bacterial canker. \nSession 2: Markets and Profitability: Economic Outlook. Market Review. How crop estimates are made. Cropload management techniques and tools. And more!\nAgenda at https://treefruit.wsu.edu/event/ncw-stone-fruit-day-2026/
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/north-central-washington-tree-fruit-days-stone-fruit-day-wenatchee-wa/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260122
DTSTAMP:20250912T215106Z
CREATED:20250912T215106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T215106Z
UID:10002682-1768953600-1769039999@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:G.S. Long Winter AG Academy\, Yakima WA
DESCRIPTION:Workers – Training to the Worker Protection Standard (Spanish) \nIf you have employees working directly with or even around pesticides\, this workshop is an excellent opportunity for you to provide them with Accredited and Documented Training. All training is Hands On and directly administered by experienced WSDA trainers. All participants will receive a WSDA Handler Card upon course completion – no testing required! Six WSDA pesticide recertification credits will be available for licensed participants! \nCrew Leaders – Leadership Skills (Spanish) \nThis session focuses on the role of training and development in managing others and the significance of communication. Areas of emphasis include: understanding the importance of job descriptions; common sense practices and self-evaluation; discipline and termination; hostile work environment; and dealing with unwanted visitors. Attendees will participate with the instructors and each other in self-evaluation and identifying best management practices for achieving maximum contributions. \nOwner/HR – Agricultural Labor Law (English) \nThis track is full of important need-to-know state and federal labor regulatory updates specific to agricultural 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 Salvador 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-5/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T153000
DTSTAMP:20251226T155808Z
CREATED:20251226T155808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T155808Z
UID:10002707-1768897800-1768923000@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days — Apple Day\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Washington State University Tree Fruit Extension Programs in North Central Washington on January 20\, 21\, 22\, and February 11\, 2026. 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. For agendas and additional information visit http://treefruit.wsu.edu/events. WSDA pesticide credits will be awarded for program attendance\, 3-4 WSDA credits per session. No pre-registration required for in person sessions (thank you to co-sponsors). Registration required for virtual participation in Apple\, Pear and Stone Fruit Days. Visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events to register. Virtual participants will have a fee to cover livestreaming audiovisual expenses. \nNetworking lunch. Pre-registration required for lunch. Join us for the sponsored networking lunch which provides an opportunity to learn and network with your peers and visiting speakers. Sponsored lunch limited to the first 100 attendees per day. Thank you to lunch sponsors: GS Long\, USDA SARE grant. Visit treefruit.wsu.edu/events to register for lunch. \nNorth Central Washington Apple Day\nTuesday January 20\, 2026 @ 8:45 am to 3:30 pm (check-in 8:30 am)\nWenatchee Convention Center/Virtual\n121 N Wenatchee Avenue\, Wenatchee\, WA.\nCo-sponsored by WSU Extension and Pear Bureau Northwest \nTopics include: \nSession 1: Pest and Disease Management: Organic codling moth management. What is the minimum conventional insect management. \nSession 2: BioControl: Lacewing release research updates: Making progress towards scientifically-based recommendations. Grower experiences with natural enemy releases on-farm. Maximizing Lacewing Releases. Netting: codling moth control and natural enemy impacts. \nSession 3: Improving Pack outs by Preventing Post Harvest Problems in the Field: Preharvest sprays to prevent post-harvest rots. Pre-harvest techniques to improve packouts. \nSession 4: Profitability: Efficiencies panel. Benefits of field sorting for your bottom line. \nAgenda at https://treefruit.wsu.edu/event/ncw-apple-day-2026/
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/north-central-washington-tree-fruit-days-apple-day-wenatchee-wa/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Event,Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260123
DTSTAMP:20260108T190715Z
CREATED:20260108T190504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T190715Z
UID:10002717-1768867200-1769126399@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Western Colorado Horticultural Conference and Trade Show\, Grand Junction CO
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/western-colorado-horticultural-conference-and-trade-show-grand-junction-co/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Hort Show/Convention
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260117
DTSTAMP:20251126T185926Z
CREATED:20251126T185926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T185926Z
UID:10002704-1768521600-1768607999@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:G.S. Long Oregon Annual Grower's Meeting\, Hood River OR
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/g-s-long-oregon-annual-growers-meeting-hood-river-or/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T100000
DTSTAMP:20250721T182458Z
CREATED:20250721T182458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T182458Z
UID:10002661-1768381200-1768384800@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:Pear Bureau Northwest meeting
DESCRIPTION:Pear Bureau Northwest will hold a meeting via Zoom starting at 9 a.m. on Jan. 14\, 2026. For more information\, please call 503-652-9720 or visit: usapears.org.
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/pear-bureau-northwest-meeting-2/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTSTAMP:20250912T214715Z
CREATED:20250912T214715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T214715Z
UID:10002681-1768348800-1768435199@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:G.S. Long Yakima Annual Grower’s Meeting\, Yakima WA
DESCRIPTION:For more information contact Maegen Otterstein at the GSL Yakima office at: maegen@gslong.com or 1(800) 338-5664
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/g-s-long-yakima-annual-growers-meeting-yakima-wa/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260109
DTSTAMP:20250912T214409Z
CREATED:20250912T214409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T214409Z
UID:10002680-1767830400-1767916799@goodfruit.com
SUMMARY:G.S. Long Wenatchee Annual Grower’s Meeting\, Wenatchee WA
DESCRIPTION:For more information contact Maegen Otterstein at the GSL Yakima office at: maegen@gslong.com or 1(800) 338-5664
URL:https://goodfruit.com/event/g-s-long-wenatchee-annual-growers-meeting-wenatchee-wa/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR