Spray equipment still evolving
The Raven spray controller has brought major improvements to orchard spraying. Courtesy Blueline Equipment A major breakthrough in orchard spray
In The Box
Left: Northeast McIntosh, Courtesy Jon Clements. Center: October issue cover prompts firestorm of regional pride and competitiveness. Right: McIntosh grown
Committee to advise on endowments
An industry advisory committee has been formed to work with Washington State University to decide how to spend the money
Reflective cover has marketing benefits
Matt Whiting (right) discusses results of his research with the reflective material Extenday with Oregon State University Extension educator Lynn
Cold hardiness
A new cold hardiness tool is available just in time for winter for Washington State grape growers through AgWeatherNet, a
Organic proves productive
Peter Hall explains how the Exosex mating disruption system works. Pheromone lures and pheromone-impregnated powder are placed in dispensers on
Mixed experiences with platforms
Pasco grower Denny Hayden said a platform works well in high-density systems but he’s not ready to throw out his
Ready for mechanization
Qin Zhang explains during a WSU field day how he is working to improve the mechanical cherry harvester developed by
$3.1 million for Washington specialty crops
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved funding of $3.1 million for projects to support Washington State’s fruit and vegetable
Reflective cover has marketing benefits
Matt Whiting (right) discusses results of his research with the reflective material Extenday with Oregon State University Extension educator Lynn