Researchers continue blueberry pollination survey
Researchers are continuing to survey blueberry growers about pollination methods as part of a multistate project. “We really want to
Online sales hold an opportunity inside
California gift basket company pivots to Amazon cherry sales.
Cherry Institute hits Yakima, preceded by systems tour
Northwest Cherry Growers President B.J. Thurlby shares reflections on the 2021 cherry season and insights into the future at the
U.S. raises H-2B cap
The U.S. government has raised the cap on H-2B visas, which may free up more foreign guest workers for tree
Workers navigate overtime
As growers look to reduce overtime costs under new rules, farmworkers say they are losing income and looking for side jobs.
Apple exports face another ‘tough year’
Lingering trade conflict, port problems, variety shifts slow international shipments.
Pear evaluators learn ‘aggressive sniffing’ to determine consumer preferences
Washington State University and Oregon State University food scientists begin pear evaluations.
Growing pains for pear growers
Study shows financial hurdles to breaking into Oregon’s pear industry.
Ask the hard questions
Ag stress management programs aim to prevent farmer suicide.
Motivated for mental health
Washington rural health care access law touches on stress management.