In The Box
Brothers Mark, Ted, David, and John Rice were named Good Fruit Growers of the Year for 2011. They are the
Minnesota grapes get national attention
Marquette, which can survive to -30°F, has potential for Washington State. Sara Granstrom The University of Minnesota’s grape and fruit
Globalization threatens wine terroir
Globalization has brought the world of wine to our front door, offering endless choices for consumers and great opportunities for
Marquette tested in Washington
Paul Champoux Washington State’s Paul Champoux of Alderdale, known for his award-winning grapes grown in the Horse Heaven Hills appellation,
Economy down, wine sales up
Despite a bleak economic picture for many Americans, it’s a good time for Washington State wines. Grocery story data collected
New variety has it all
Grape breeder Peter Hemstad is also co-owner of Minnesota's St. Croix Vineyards. His winery won the 2010 Governor's Cup (top
Cherry marketing order passes
Washington State sweet cherry growers voted to continue the federal marketing order that regulates sweet cherries. During the referendum held
Sell food safety from the top down
Food safety means different things to different people—sanitation, temperature control, personal hygiene, quality assurance, regulations—but what it really boils down
Grape program feels budget cuts
Dr. Thomas Henick-Kling is hopeful research funding will be restored in the next Farm Bill. Though the viticulture and enology
Good Point
Arsenic in apple juice. Apples, pears, and cherries on the Environmental Working Group’s latest “Dirty Dozen List.” Canned fruit contaminated