—by Matt Milkovich

Washington State University and Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission researchers discussed WA 64’s horticultural traits at WSU’s Roza research orchard near Prosser on June 13. (Matt Milkovich/Good Fruit Grower)
Washington State University and Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission researchers discussed WA 64’s horticultural traits at WSU’s Roza research orchard near Prosser on June 13. (Matt Milkovich/Good Fruit Grower)

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Washington State University and Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission researchers discussed WA 64’s horticultural traits at WSU’s Roza research orchard near Prosser on June 13.

WA 64, WSU’s newest apple release, is currently moving through the commercialization process. Trees will be available in 2026. WSU is still deciding on a marketing name for the cultivar. 

A Honeycrisp and Cripps Pink cross, researchers and test growers are still studying WA 64’s horticultural nuances. The cultivar has a medium-vigor growth habit and blooms for around 15 days, about the same time as Gala. Fruit matures about the same time as Golden Delicious, can be harvested in one or two picks, and is not prone to preharvest drop, according to the researchers.

The next field day will be held June 21, from 9–11 a.m., at WSU’s Sunrise research orchard near Rock Island. •