Blueberry exports reach China
A retailer in China held a ceremony this month to mark the first promoted import of fresh U.S. blueberries. The
Northwest cherry growers estimate heat caused 20 percent crop loss
Cherry growers in the Northwest estimate the recent record-setting heat wave will cost them about 20 percent of their crop,
Marketing messages growing behind the scenes
Marketing groups commission videos to communicate growers’ efforts and decisions.
Berry gentle harvesting
Manufacturers race to build blueberry harvesters that can pick without bruising.
Growers casting wider nets when recruiting professionals
Fruit producers look beyond U.S. borders for highly skilled managers and directors.
Abundant Robotics closes shop
Abundant Robotics, the tech startup that appeared to be leading the race to commercialize a robotic apple picker, has shut
Short supplies mean no quantity control
Shortages of pallets, containers and more hit fruit shippers.
Cherry growers harvest at night to beat record-setting heat wave
Cherry growers in the Pacific Northwest are racing to beat a record-setting heat wave, many of them harvesting in the dead of night.
Matching trellis to terroir
VSP dominates Washington, but there are several other choices in training systems.
Getting ahead of cherry nutrition
California growers commission cherry nutrient budget study.