Go over the row to reduce costs, boost returns
A simple mock-up shows the idea behind the over-the-row platfom that is being developed. A team of research and Extension
Project seeks to improve worker skills
A broad group of agricultural industries, labor representatives, work force training organizations, and a non-profit organization is working together in
How are you attracting and retaining the labor force you need?
Micky George Grower and shipper, Sultana, California Providing benefits “We will continue doing what we’ve been doing for a
Protect the family farm, ag women urged
Mary Lou Peterson is the first female county commissioner in Okanogan, and runs orchards with her husband, Dan. Photo by Geraldine
New irrigation specialist on board
Irrigation engineer Dr. R. Troy Peters, the new Washington State University Extension irrigation specialist, is eager to help growers improve
Family farms need leadership
Management can be a difficult issue in many family farms because of the closeness of the family members, Aaron Clark
Surround tested in grapes
The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes on the right were treated with the kaolin clay product Surround. Photo courtesy of Ste. Michelle Wine
Growing good crops of large fruit
The first month after bloom is a critical time for ensuring that apples reach their full potential size at harvest,
On-farm irrigation trials
Grape grower Mike Sauer is not afraid to experiment on a small scale with different irrigation regimes. Sometimes, the practices
Cooling off grapes
John Farmer, left, and Luke Ransom check bud development of Barbera grapes, one of the earliest varieties to break at