The New Mantra: Demand
“Increase consumption” has been the mantra of the U.S. apple industry for many years. As producers feel the pressure of
“Increase consumption” has been the mantra of the U.S. apple industry for many years. As producers feel the pressure of
Crispie, various pear crosses, Maxie. Ray Schmitten, a pear grower in Cashmere, Washington, reports on a study trip to New
As well as working as a field horticulturist for more than 30 years and operating his own orchard, Good Fruit
Washington State University’s tree fruit breeding programs are still years away from commercially releasing new varieties, but WSU and industry
Much as Bruce Barritt likes apples, the task he faces is daunting. Dr. Barritt is Washington State University’s apple breeder,
Six major points will need to be considered when new varieties are commercialized, says Washington State University apple breeder Dr.
Vicky Scharlau (left) of the Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers and Robin Pollard of the Washington Wine Commission are
The British Columbia, Canada, tree fruit industry has hired a consultant to help producers position themselves to take advantage of