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OSU research shows best techniques for organic blueberries
Planting in raised beds, using a weed mat mulch and finding a fertilizer compatible with
Two Oregon cherry growers join forces
Two longtime cherry producers in the Dalles, Oregon, have merged to form an affiliation that
Register for the 75th annual Cherry Institute
The 75th annual Cherry Institute is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. on Jan. 12 at the Yakima Convention Center in central Washington. Also, nominations are wanted for marketing committees
DeVaney: Expectations from Olympia
Jon DeVaney The political landscape may change in unknown ways in the Washington state capital
How to give away fruit
Donations are appreciated at food banks, but some homework and forethought are advised first.
Great export expectations
If the 2016-2017 apple export season was decent — and it was — this season
GLExpo Day 3 wrap: using plant growth regulators for flowering, fruit set, and other aspects of physiology
Things were a little quieter on the final day of the Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable
Strong market for Michigan sweet cherries: GLExpo Day 2 wrap
There was good news and bad news for cherry growers at the second day of
Varieties and Cosmic Crisp: Day 1, Hort Show afternoon wrap
Specialized varieties, specifically Cosmic Crisp, headlined the discussion during the afternoon session of the
Anel Dorantes, a young grower from Tieton, Washington
family background / Anel grew up on her father’s farm with five younger
An Oregon trailblazer: 2017 Grower of the year
Curiosity, sharing and innovation drive Mike Omeg, a fifth-generation cherry grower.
A grower with industry influence: 2017 Grower of the year
Grower of the Year Mike Omeg has an impressive list of industry contributions and accomplishments.
Omeginsanity — ‘I was a little bit shocked’: 2017 Grower of the year
Mike Omeg does not know who started the jokes about his massive new trellises, but
Big hopes for a big cherry
Large-growing Tamara showing early promise, but it’ll be a few seasons before the verdict is in.
Longtime winemaker fulfills dream by opening his own boutique winery
Co Dinn Winery: One man’s path
Grape prices, fungicide resistance likely heading up
The acreage of juice grapes in Washington continues to decline, but the price is likely to go up next year, said Trent Ball at the Washington State Grape Society annual meeting on Friday. Challenging growing seasons in Argentina, Spain, and California mean global supplies are down.
Oregon State looking for cherry growers to develop pest plan
Oregon State University is looking for sweet cherry growers in the Northwest to help develop a long-term Integrated Pest Management plan.
Wine gaining ground in Michigan
New Michigan wine collaborative aims to shape state’s industry.
Riesling for those rainy days
Growers in the Finger Lakes figure out how to grow European grapes in challenging conditions.
Wenatchee district pear grower, handler nomination meeting set
Pear handlers will elect nominees for a Wenatchee district grower position and a handler position on the Fresh Pear Committee of Marketing Order 927.
Veterans see future in WSU wine program
There’s something about all the hands-on work that attracted Nick French, a former Air Force mechanic, to the wine industry. He likes getting his hands a little dirty and working with equipment.
Number of apples in storage up 8 percent from 2016
194.4 million bushels of apples were reported in storage as of Nov. 1, an increase of 8 percent over last year and 15 percent above the five-year average, according to a report from the USApple Association released Thursday.
Yakima district pear grower nomination meeting set
Pear handlers will elect nominees for a Yakima district grower position on the Fresh Pear Committee of Marketing Order 927.
The hunt for great grape genes
New funding enables research to continue to develop DNA markers to breed better grapes.
N.Y. grape growers vote ‘no’ to research assessment
Decision marks move toward more regional approach after narrow rejection of assessment.
James Bukovinsky, a young grower working in Benton City, Washington
family background / James grew up in Woodinville, Washington, and earned an environmental
Wine industry involvement can help research come alive
Insightful input: A Good Point by Melissa Hansen
Report says Apple Commission overbilled by contractor in India more than $500k
The Washington Apple Commission overpaid a contractor in India more than $500,000, according to a state investigation first reported by The Wenatchee World newspaper.
Apple pesticide study results released
The Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission has released the results of its 2017 study of apple pesticide residue.
Seeing red in the vineyard
Both biotic and abiotic causes can turn grape leaves red. Here’s what you should look for.
Making good in the Badlands of Washington
Grower creates a home for his vineyards in dramatic but challenging scenery.
Scouting strategies
Your vineyard scouts probably aren’t sampling nearly as randomly as you think they are.
Organic apple production remains complicated in the Northeastern U.S.
Organic apple production remains complicated in the Northeastern U.S., but one grower has figured out how to make a profit on processing apples.
Cherry and apricot marketing boards to make nominations
Nominations for grower and handler positions on the Washington Cherry Marketing Committee and Washington Apricot Marketing Committee will take place during industry meetings in January. The committees establish grade, size and pack regulations for fresh cherries and apricots from designated counties in Washington state.
75th Cherry Institute set for Jan. 12 in Yakima
The 75th annual Cherry Institute is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. on Jan. 12 at the Yakima Convention Center.
Organics programs need all voices
A sticky situation: Industry is urging growers to get involved with standards board.
Sprouts Farmers Market named Pear Retailer of the Year
For the second straight year, the pear industry has granted the Pear Retailer of the Year honor to a Phoenix-based natural foods store.
Napa Valley wineries largely dodge wildfire destruction
Wildfires that killed 40 people and burned thousands of homes and businesses in Northern California left wineries in the Napa Valley mostly unscathed, according to a survey by a nonprofit association.
Underwood Fruit plans to rebuild after fire
The federal government is investigating a fire that destroyed a pear packing facility in Bingen, Washington, while the company is rerouting its fruit and some of its employees to other Northwest packers.
A better bitter pit predictor
Measuring tree vigor and peel chemistry gives the best indication which fruit is at risk.
Stemilt will use virtual reality for tours at PMA show
Those attending the Produce Marketing Association Fresh Summit will get a glimpse of Stemilt Growers without having to leave the conference.
Independent grower not afraid to try different techniques
Roberto Guerrero under the early spring canopy of his quadruple row Granny Smith apples at
European Cherry Fruit Fly found in NY
The U.S. Department of Agriculture officials have confirmed that European Cherry Fruit Fly is now present in Niagara County, New York. The invasive pest was first detected in North America in Ontario, Canada, in 2015.
For sale: huge tract in prime Walla Walla location
Tim Weidert walks through one of many Weidert Farm crop circles that have been
Average apple harvest likely in U.S.
The 2017 apple harvest at Doornink Fruit Ranch began with Buckeye Gala on Aug.
The variabilities of Honeycrisp: Good To Know
Research Commission surveys quality, availability of Honeycrisp at retail.
Devon Wade, a young grower from The Dalles, Oregon
family background / After serving several tours overseas in the U.S. Army, Devon
High hopes for Harvista
Canadian growers gain access to 1-MCP for apple orchards.
Thinking ahead about thinning – 2017 IFTA
Precision crop management skills help Michigan growers cut back on expensive hand thinning.