Commercializing new varieties
Washington State University’s tree fruit breeding programs are still years away from commercially releasing new varieties, but WSU and industry
In my view
A colleague of mine recently shared a story with me about resistance to change. Dave was recalling a comment that
Last Bite
Ed Prentice and his younger brother Howard established Prentice Packing and Cold Storage Company in 1926 in Yakima, Washington. Organized
The industry needs a new approach
Solving the tree fruit industry’s problems will require brain power and market intelligence, agricultural economist Dr. Desmond O’Rourke believes. “You
Go where the puck is going!
Hockey star Wayne Gretzky has a simple explanation for his success: “I go where the puck is going.”Correct anticipation is
B.C. develops strategies for future success
The British Columbia, Canada, tree fruit industry has hired a consultant to help producers position themselves to take advantage of
Unity is theme of industry summit
Vicky Scharlau (left) of the Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers and Robin Pollard of the Washington Wine Commission are
Six points to consider before varieties are released
Six major points will need to be considered when new varieties are commercialized, says Washington State University apple breeder Dr.
Testing task for apple tasters
Much as Bruce Barritt likes apples, the task he faces is daunting. Dr. Barritt is Washington State University’s apple breeder,
Former attorney heads PICO
John KingsmillBritish Columbia’s new apple and cherry varieties need to be released in a more coordinated fashion, with the involvement