Dear Good Fruit Grower: Orchardists should be concerned about woodpiles and orchard regrowth. A few years ago, there was an emphasis put on removing woodpiles in and near orchards due to potential pest problems. Around the state, piles disappeared, however, these piles are growing again. Some growers spray these piles. If you are concerned enough to spend money and time spraying a pile of wood, it needs to be removed. In Benton County, we have orchards that have been left idle after the trees are removed. During the first and second year after removal, the suckers are easy to control […]