Good to Know: Innovative research projects bearing fruit
USDA-ARS scientists combine traditional methods with biotechnology to advance tree fruit breeding processes.
Hansen: A clear objective for smoke research
Washington State Wine Commission is taking a multipronged approach.
Scharlau: A proactive pathway for problem-solving
Grape industries need collaborative approaches to the challenges they face.
O’Rourke: Columbia Basin’s bounty reshaped the fruit industry
Agricultural economist’s book highlights the Washington industry’s growing advantage in the Columbia Basin.
Dininny: December is for gathering together
For the 26th year, Good Fruit Grower is proudly honoring an outstanding grower with its Grower of the Year award...
Bierer: Carbon accounting
New USDA soil project will assess carbon balance of an apple orchard over time.
DeVaney: Prevailing problems
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association wants more transparency for growers around the state’s wage surveys, one of many labor-related priorities for 2023.
Good to Know: Research works
An overview of this year’s research projects and upcoming research reviews.
Hansen: Mealybug mating disruption
Specialty crop grant will help develop sustainable mealybug control in Washington vineyards.
England: Coming together
The “Stronger Together” theme of this year’s Hort Show emphasizes the importance of playing as a tree fruit team.