West-central Michigan research station displays tree fruit projects underway
The West Michigan Research Station has been operating for more than a year, and its research projects are starting to bear fruit.
Hot and cold therapy may be just right
Combination of treatments eliminates rootstock viruses.
Honeycrisp is the new Honeycrisp
For growers, doubling down on a difficult variety isn’t easy.
2023 Northwest Cherry and Stone Fruit Research Review Nov. 8
The Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission and Oregon Sweet Cherry Commission invite everyone interested to attend this year’s Northwest Cherry
Seeking natural born killers in the orchard
Researchers work to harness bacteriophages to take on antibiotic-resistant pathogens in orchards and vineyards.
Washington receives $4.7 million in Specialty Crop Block Grant funds
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded Washington state $4.7 million to support specialty crop projects in 2022. The Washington
Growers get glimpse of latest MSU research at Ridgefest field day
Michigan Pomesters held its 11th annual Ridgefest field day July 28, touring research trials at Michigan State University’s Clarksville Research Center in Clarksville.
A rookie’s guide to crop estimation
Washington State University’s vineyard intern training teaches season-long scouting strategies.
Getting the X out
Removing infected trees is considered a critical strategy in the fight against X disease.
Managing little cherry disease in an unconventional way
One grower shares how he balances reducing disease spread with his limited budget.