New research station underway in West-central Michigan
Local growers and Michigan State University partner to serve area's unique needs.
New wine grape varieties from old genetics
Generations of back-crossing with traditional European wine cultivars yields new Pierce’s disease-resistant selections with high wine quality.
No napkins needed with neat peaches
New varieties from the Rutgers University breeding program offer good flavor in a firmer fruit that’s less messy for consumers.
Cosmic Crisp soars at launch
After years of research and branding buildup, the first Cosmic Crisps hit the market.
WA 2 legal battles escalate
WSU files against Yakima grower for patent infringement of apple.
Rootstocks from Krymsk, Russia, with love
The peach and cherry rootstock program owes its success to a family of breeders taking advantage of their home in the heart of wild Prunus diversity.
Big plans for more mayhaws
Florida grower aims to bring traditional Southern treasure to the wider world.
WSU Tree Fruit Endowment fully funded
Assessments will end for apple and pear growers on Jan. 21.
China ramps up cherries
Presentation about Chinese production increases highlights Cherry Institute.
SnapDragon takes another bite of acreage
New York keeps RubyFrost expansion on hold for now.