Guardian of the logo
Washington Apple Commission President Dave Carlson wears the Washington apple logo in blue. Imitation is a form of flattery, they
World-class research orchard
Work began this spring on developing what is intended to be a world-class, state-of-the-art research orchard in Washington State. Last
Can processors take more cherries?
This cherry "martini" recipe uses both maraschino cherries and marinated fresh sweet cherries. For this and other cherry recipes, visit
Checking a tree's health by taking its temperature
An infrared sensor is mounted inside a protective PVC casing to minimize temperature fluctuations on the sensor and to protect
Washington touts peach crop
Washington peach producers are hoping to step in to fill a void in the market caused by severe crop losses
More orchardists request guest workers
Last season, because of a lack of workers, some orchardists were unable to pick their crops in a timely manner,
Work together to secure labor
Fruit growers need to collaborate with each other to address labor shortages, suggests Kirk Mayer, manager of Washington Growers Clearing
Apple Lines: Funding international apple promotions
Thanks to the apple growers in the state of Washington, apples are promoted in 47 countries through the use of
Stressed out
Stress management is an important component of regulated deficit irrigation, a practice becoming standard in Washington State red wine grape
Stylizing wine in the vineyard
Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown under regulated deficit irrigation. Notice the smaller canopy and exposed fruiting zone achieved by carefully controlling