Carneval cherry challenge
DNA tests link sport cherry in Washington to variety propagated in Canada.
Tall order for dwarfing roots
New OSU researcher aims to renew work with amelanchier rootstocks for pears.
Research rebuild for Oregon tree fruit team
With new postharvest scientist, Hood River, Oregon, restaffs its research team.
Breeding for uncertainty
Fruit breeders predict future needs in era of climate change.
Good to Know: Breeding insights
The USDA’s efforts bring bioinformatics approach to advance specialty crop breeding.
Come on, get Happi
A precocious summer pear with a wide window of eating quality looks to find a spot in the supermarket.
Cherry building blocks
Tart industry still seeking ideal variety.
New pear people
Starting jobs during the pandemic hasn’t slowed the progress of new pear scientists.
Roots of research for improving Florida peaches
Florida peach industry seeks wider variety of rootstocks.
The root of armor
Search for root rot-resistant Prunus rootstocks backed by $5 million USDA grant.