The art and science of farming
Smith Orchards preserves a family farming history with modernization in mind.
Yes to driverless in Washington orchards
Despite misconceptions, Washington regulations do allow the use of autonomous vehicles in orchards.
Hort Show Day 1 afternoon: Cost of production and business decisions
Speakers share how rising costs and lower prices may spell an industry downturn and consolidation.
Hort Show Day 1 morning: Technology, trade and consumer insights
Craft beer (yes, really) and technology emerge as central themes of the first session of the Washington State Tree Fruit Association’s Annual Meeting and NW Hort Show.
Hanrahan: Looking ahead to the next 50 years
Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission wants industry members engaged in creating their future.
Apple growers blown away by defoliation demonstrations — Video
New pneumatic defoliators use alternating pulses of air to strip off leaves.
Matt Haak, a young grower from Zillah, Washington
Matt is a second-generation tree fruit farmer in Washington’s Yakima Valley and pursued a
Washington orchards host robotic arms race — Video
Developments in harvest automation continue but fall short of commercialization.
Hansen: From wish list to reality
Strategic research initiative targets precision viticulture and enology through mechanization and innovation in Washington vineyards.
Spray, without the sprayer
Taking air out of the equation reduces drift, optimizes coverage and efficiency.