Cherry grower positions for competitive market
Oregon cherry grower Mike Omeg expects to spend as much as $20,000 a year to be certified under Nature’s Choice,
Protecting deer is part of certification program
Many orchardists view deer as pests because they munch on the leaves of young trees. But Bridget Bailey, vice president
Growers have many cherry varieties to choose from
New cherry variety PC7903-2 will be released this year. Photo courtesy of Lynn Long, OSU Cherry growers around the world are
Speeding up breeding
Impatience and tree fruit breeding are an unlikely match, blending together as well as water and diesel. But the combination
Season-long weed control not necessary
Scientists are finding there is a critical time during the year when weeds can impact tree fruit yields. But after
Nursery offers wide variety
Adams County Nursery produces more than 650 different scion/rootstock combinations to meet the needs of the diverse fruit-growing community in
Growers save local park
When Washington State closed the only public access park and boating facility for a 50-mile stretch along the Columbia River,
Alder Ridge finds niche with Rhone varietals
Alder Ridge Vineyard and Estate is known for its Bordeaux red varietals, with nearly half of its 800-some acres planted
Warm trend may challenge wine grape production
A warmer climate could pose great risk to some viticultural regions, though many grape-growing areas could benefit, says an Oregon
Unique varietals at family vineyard
Abacela, the name of Dr. Gregory Jones’s family vineyards and winery, comes from an ancient Spanish word meaning “to plant