High-density economics
Almost 20 years ago, horticulturists at Cornell University set out to develop a better orchard design and the economic data
Good Point
As a tree fruit grower in Washington state, you are involved in a risky business. Some years the dice roll
Organic trade association seeks input
The Organic Trade Association is holding town-hall forums across the country to gather industry thoughts about the association’s proposal to
Cherry research needed
Washington cherry and stone fruit growers will have another opportunity in the coming weeks to vote on a special assessment
Cost of growing Reds
A new economic study from Washington State University estimates the variable costs of producing Red Delicious in a mature orchard
Factors affecting profit
Tree density has a highly significant positive effect on yield. Tree density has a highly significant effect on trunk diameter.
Prune for size
(Courtesy Bas van den Ende) Producing fruit today requires higher and higher degrees of innovation. Profit margins are
Newest AVA
Cameron Fries of White Heron Cellars was one of several who worked to create the new Ancient Lakes AVA. Photo
The best clone for Washington
Don’t get too hung up on planting the right clone, say two noted wine industry members from Washington State. Years
Not your typical nursery
Markus Freepons of Northwest Vinifera, showed his grape callusing pits during a field day held last August sponsored by the