Europe is major organic apple producer
Organic apple acreage has been expanding in many parts of the world, including South America and Europe, reports David Granatstein,
Frost management
When trying to protect orchards from frost damage, growers should think in terms of frost management, Dr. Robert Evans, an
Row orientation
The Washington wine industry is in the process of learning about row orientation and matching aspect with variety. Sunburned fruit
Vineyard uniformity
The Washington wine industry is in the process of learning about row orientation and matching aspect with variety. Sunburned fruit
A talk with Allen Shoup
For 17 years, as chief executive officer of Chateau Ste. Michelle, Allen Shoup was at the forefront of the Washington
Latino program shines
Now in its third year, the Latino Agriculture Education Program, designed for vineyard field workers, has developed into a successful
Wine industry calls for more education
The future of any industry depends on the skill of its work force. In the wine industry, that means a
Labor costs will rise
Growers need to prepare for increased costs as well as lower returns, Yakima, Washington orchardist Dave Allan warned during the
Pests are top organic concern
More funding for research will be needed in order for organic tree fruit growers to survive in the future, grower
Juice maker touts local, natural
Squeezing into the competitive juice market has meant playing a background role for a low-profile British Columbia orchardist with a