A vineyard wired for wine
Washington State University’s sensor-laden Chardonnay block collects data for AI scientists and offers demonstrations for growers.
Testing orchard tech in tandem
Researchers pair bloom mapping with smart spraying.
Planting a business
Farm boy mixes mechanical prowess with GPS technology to start custom planting business.
New partnership to evaluate and commercialize Ontario apple selections
The apple breeding program at Ontario’s Vineland Research and Innovation Centre announced a new partnership with an international nursery group to evaluate and ultimately commercialize new apple selections...
Touring Norway’s fruitful fjords
IFTA visits Norway’s orchards to learn about climate adaption, cider and cherries under cover.
Northwest cherries get an easier passage to India
World’s most populous country streamlines phytosanitation steps for cherry imports from Northwest U.S.
Organic niche spreading
Michigan growers working to meet organic apple demand.
Apples continue winning fruit fights
Apples fending off increased competition in the produce aisle.
Old orchards and old problems for pest control
Abandoned blocks can increase pest and disease pressure.
New scientists take industry-serving roles in Washington’s Yakima Valley
Virna Stillwaugh joins Northwest Horticultural Council and Claire Murphy joins Washington State University...