Study support for pears
Science panel seeks boost in funding to help with increasing costs of pear research projects.
Concerns over China top Northwest cherry growers meeting
Industry members fear trade disputes could impact largest export market.
Meet WSU’s new breeder — Video
Per McCord assumes duties with Washington State University’s stone fruit program.
Washington Supreme Court rules on piece-rate down time
Washington Supreme Court rules on piece-rate down time
Cherry growers make first crop prediction for 2018 season
Northwest cherry growers estimate harvesting 22.6 million 20-pound box equivalents in their first crop forecast of the year.
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Getting creative with labor housing
Agricultural employers seeking innovative ways to put up H-2A workers.
Kids are all right when it comes to hiring
Quirks and regulations aside, minors can help fill out labor ranks.
Roles are changing in crop consulting
Crop consultants are venturing into new arenas with shifts in industry.
What to do if there’s a strike
Walkouts last year provide lessons on how to prepare for labor unrest.
Preparing for fire
Foresters, growers give advice for protecting orchards and vineyards from wildfires.