Learning from the heat wave
Cherry industry loses 20 percent of the crop to heat and wonders about future impacts.
Propane orchard weed burners exempted from Washington burn ban
The state of Washington has exempted orchard weed control by propane burner from a statewide burn ban, according to the
Zoning in on ozone
Researchers put pest and disease control alternatives to trial.
Labor apps on tap
Users share how they chose from a growing field of labor tracking apps.
Fruit industry faces cyber insecurity
Employee training key to preventing ransomware attacks.
Not just little cherry
OSU extension horticulturist spreads messages of “other” viruses affecting cherry growers.
On hot viticulture field day, cooling system an appropriate highlight
Washington State University researcher Ben-Min Chang, left, warms up a vineyard temperature sensor to trigger his experimental evaporative cooling system
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.