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Dianna Sanchez, a young grower from Chelan, Washington
Dianna graduated from Washington State University with a degree in fruit and vegetable management and works as a technical support agronomist with Stemilt Growers. She is the daughter of Claudia Hernandez and Carlos Sanchez.
2021 cherry pesticide residue study now available
The 2021 cherry pesticide residue study from the Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission is now
Not just little cherry
OSU extension horticulturist spreads messages of “other” viruses affecting cherry growers.
Cody LaRiviere, a young grower from Yakima, Washington
Cody graduated from Washington State University with a degree in tree fruit and vegetable management and manages blocks in Quincy, Washington. He’s the son of Kelli and Randy LaRiviere and is married to Ashley LaRiviere.
New app available for little cherry disease and insect scouting
Washington State University and Oregon State University announced in a news release the availability of
Risk mitigation strategies for little cherry-driven removal and replant — Video
https://youtu.be/rmjaMsP07Y0 This video is also available in Spanish: https://youtu.be/2voACC42MvE There’s no down time after harvest
The wrath grows over grape data
The USDA pares back annual fruit production surveys to major states.
Northwest cherry growers estimate heat caused 20 percent crop loss
Cherry growers in the Northwest estimate the recent record-setting heat wave will cost them about
Marketing messages growing behind the scenes
Marketing groups commission videos to communicate growers’ efforts and decisions.
Danae Yount and Cherie Steinmetz, young growers from the Yakima Valley, Washington
Cherie and Danae are new tree fruit growers with their brothers, Trevor and Taylor Perrault. Both graduated from Central Washington University and are daughters of Tina and Tim Perrault.
Cherry growers harvest at night to beat record-setting heat wave
Cherry growers in the Pacific Northwest are racing to beat a record-setting heat wave, many of them harvesting in the dead of night.
Heat wave hits the Northwest
It’s hot in the Pacific Northwest and expected to get even hotter as the region
Cherries without the chill
Program shows potential in early-season varieties from California breeder.
Getting ahead of cherry nutrition
California growers commission cherry nutrient budget study.
Jeff Middleton, a young grower from Franklin County, Washington
Jeff is a third-generation grower farming north of Pasco, Washington. He graduated from Brigham Young University in Idaho with a degree in business and finance. Jeff is married to Tracey and is the son of Ellen and Jim Middleton.
Dogged detection for little cherry disease
Asymptomatic spread of X disease hinders ability to confirm dogs’ success in identifying it in the orchard.
Canadian cherry conquest
Profitable stone fruit pushing apples out of British Columbia.
High-tech bee boosters
Cherry growers turn to tech companies to supplement honey bee pollination.
Cherry growers gather for annual pre-season meeting, predict 222,000-ton crop
Northwest cherry producers estimate they will ship 222,000 tons of sweet cherries in 2021, they
A healthy foundation for marketing
Decades of research undergirds fruit marketing messages.
Thurlby: Make room for blooms
Cherry industry takes notes on last season’s success and invests in healthy markets for 2021.
Northwest cherry growers predict 238,000-ton harvest
Bloom is barely over, but Northwest cherry growers have already made their first 2021 crop
Full extent of freeze damage unknown for Great Lakes fruit
Snow on apple blossoms at Beasley’s Orchard in Danville, Indiana, on April 21. Freezing temperatures
IFTA regional roundup
Annual winter conference highlights planting trends throughout North America.
5-state cherry meeting to be held virtually May 19
Due to the ongoing limitations regarding the coronavirus pandemic, the annual 5-state meeting of the
WSDA raises alarm about Japanese beetle reports in Yakima Valley
Residents and growers asked to report sightings, even from last season.
Cold coat commercialization
WSU researchers move toward market for spray-on frost protection.
National Organic Standards Board meetings upcoming, NHC urges growers to comment
The National Organic Standards Board has scheduled its spring meetings in April with discussion to
AgWeatherNet to offer frost forecasts for the Washington tree fruit industry
Observed low temperatures from AgWeatherNet stations, such as these seen on March 11, will be
Fungicide resistance is noticed
Researchers ask cherry growers to temporarily avoid two cherry powdery mildew fungicide groups.
Ripening target for tart cherry pest
Model pinpoints spotted wing drosophila infestation in Montmorency cherries.
Leafhopper deterrence linked to X disease management
WSU entomologists and industry partners learn about X disease vectors to help the cherry industry optimize management.
Luke Tonnemaker, a young grower from Royal City, Washington
Luke is a fourth-generation farmer who studied food and nutrition at University of Idaho. He’s the son of Sonia and Kole Tonnemaker.
Kalcsits named endowed chair for tree fruit environmental physiology and management at WSU
Washington State University physiologist Lee Kalcsits has been named WSU’s endowed chair for tree fruit
March 16 webinar will cover modern stone fruit training systems in the Northeast
Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Eastern New York Commercial Horticulture Program is hosting a webinar on modern
Help from above for tree fruit growers
Changes in climate and wages may fuel a surge in aerial applications.
Ruben Canales, a young grower from Benton County, Washington
Ruben is a second-generation grower who has worked as a journeyman electrician to purchase his first orchard. He is the son of Liduvina and Ruben Canales.
X disease-free cherry trees
As X disease epidemic spurs more orchard removal, spotlight turns to protecting a healthy tree supply for replanting.
Cherry trees and X disease: Remove now, replant when?
Experts share the latest findings and best practices for managing X disease.
Washington and the Netherlands make orchard innovation collaboration official
After two years of conversation and planning, this week Washington state formalized a partnership with the Netherlands to collaborate on research and technology innovation for the tree fruit industry.
Weather events make farming riskier and harder
Northwest Michigan farms struggle with climate change.
2021 Cherry Institute spotlights Northwest cherry successes
Of all produce, cherries showed the highest percentage of dollar growth in March to September
Cherry Institute and Tree Fruit Days go virtual
Series of webinars next week organized by WSU Extension feature cherry, apple and pear priorities.
Federal funding bill aids fruit industry
The recently passed legislation that funds the federal government contains a couple of nuggets that
IFTA shares details on virtual February meeting
What’s a winter IFTA meeting without that tingling sensation of cold toes during a snowy
Orchard investments continue to grow
USApple panel: Private equity still sees solid long-term prospects in tree fruit.
Sweet cherry harvester not forgotten
Researchers say they haven't given up, and the mechanical sweet cherry harvester may be due for a comeback.
Parker and Sarah Sherrell, young growers from Hood River, Oregon
Sarah and Parker are first-generation farmers who recently purchased their own farm. Sarah graduated from University of Oregon and earned her master’s degree in business from George Fox University.
Cherry Institute to be held online Jan. 21
The 78th Annual Cherry Institute will be held Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021, via electronic format,
Autonomous approach coming for tree fruit — Video
A self-driving sprayer may be coming to the tree fruit industry.