When is the best time to pick?
Cherry researchers used this cherry color chart in the harvest timing project. (Courtesy of Lynn Long, Oregon State University)
Color is not a sign of maturity
The color and sugar levels of apples are not useful indicators of when the fruit is ready to pick, says
Where to find unusual apples
The New York State Experiment Station in Geneva includes a USDA-ARS Plant Genetic Resources Unit, with a germ plasm repository
Optimizing cherry harvest timing
Horticulturist Todd Einhorn says leaving cherries on the tree longer can result in higher sugar content, but this must be
Cherry pioneer
Rodney Klenk explains his production system, with support from Wally Heuser (right), his long-time advisor. Rodney Klenk credits much of
Be patient with Syrah
The lack of consumer interest in Syrah wines is of keen interest to Washington’s wine industry. Some industry officials estimate
Washington needs to own the Syrah variety
The salvation to lagging wine sales of Syrah may be in Washington State owning the variety as it now does
