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Washington Apple Education Foundation awards 2022 scholarships
The Washington Apple Education Foundation announced in a news release the organization has awarded 318
John Paul and Adam Baugher, from Aspers, Pennsylvania
Both Adam and John Paul are part of the fifth generation operating their family farm. John Paul went to Penn State University and Adam went to Bloomsburg University. They are the sons of Cindy and Chris Baugher.
Degrees of extremes for Northwest growers
Record cool Northwest pollination weather follows scorching 2021 summer.
Cherry breeders seeking size and sweetness
Washington cherry breeding program shares progress on promising selections.
Pruning robot makes the first cut
Years of testing in robotics labs and virtual orchard simulations prepared a pruning robot for its debut trial in a UFO-trained cherry block.
Weeds that foster disease
As researchers learn more about the leafhoppers that transmit X disease, the weeds they feed on have become a management concern.
USDA announces disaster relief funds available for 2020 and 2021 losses
On May 16, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the availability of approximately $6 billion
Future forecasts call for more heat, more often
Heat wave of 2021 may not be so unusual in the future.
A lot of choices for cherry rootstocks
Options range from tried-and-true to new and experimental.
Carneval cherry challenge
DNA tests link sport cherry in Washington to variety propagated in Canada.
Connor Duim, a young grower from Zillah, Washington
Connor graduated from Wenatchee Valley College with a degree in sustainable agriculture. He’s the son of Sheryl and Mike Duim.
Nights in shining orchards
Growers contemplate resuming night harvest after 2021’s heat forced their hand.
Thurlby: Fruitful thinking
Northwest cherry growers hope to take advantage of market opportunities in 2022.
Northwest Cherry Growers releases first crop estimate
Editor's note: This story has been updated to the correct 2021 volume shipped. After mid-April
A grower’s tale of sucker grafts and drive rows
California’s Jeff Colombini discusses growing techniques, economics.
Jutsely Rivera, a young grower from Moxee, Washington
Jutsely is a second-generation farmer who earned an environmental studies and chemistry degree from Gonzaga University. She’s the daughter of Ana Valenzuela and Jose Rivera.
Electri-fried weed control trials underway
Oregon State University leads electric current project with potential for organic weed control in blueberries, apples and almonds.
CIAB names Heather Weber new executive director
The Cherry Industry Administrative Board (CIAB), the tart cherry industry’s federal marketing order, has named
Growers huddle to discuss cold strategies
Snow covers cherry blossoms in Selah, Washington, on April 12, after a cold front brought
New scientists, new research directions
USDA programs take on soil health and postharvest research for tree fruit and grapes.
Cherry system tour spotlights three training techniques
WSU holds annual cherry system tour.
Oregon orchards needed for wasp release
Oregon State University entomologists have some parasitic wasps in need of a home. The researchers
Proposed rule could mean cooling complications
Experts uncertain about how the FDA’s proposed ag water quality rule will impact orchardists.
Washington state to survey growers about perceptions of commodity commissions
The Washington State Auditor’s Office is conducting an audit of the effectiveness of the state’s
BYOB: Bring your own bees — Video
Using mason bees requires year-round chores.
Spotted wing drosophila advisory group forming
Washington State University Extension announced in a news release the formation of a spotted wing
IPM ambitions
Researchers focus on sustainable, integrated pest management solutions for SWD.
Crush, cook, cover or compost?
Michigan State University team seeks best way to remove fruit waste as a source for spotted wing drosophila.
“Feeling the Heat” webinar for Pacific Northwest tree fruit Feb. 28
The Okanagan Horticultural Advisor’s Group and BC Fruit Growers’ Association announced in a news release
WSDA workshop March 8: IPM Practices for Tree Fruit in Washington State
The Washington State Department of Agriculture Plant Protection Division and Yakima County Horticultural Pest and
Testing the testing tools
Better little cherry disease detection tools top the cherry industry’s research priority list.
Little cherry disease: Removing the root risk — Video
New research project by OSU, WSU aims to learn more about the risks posed by replanting after little cherry disease.
Uncovering the foe below
Researchers take mangrove approach to fight killer of peach and tart cherry trees.
Seeking efficiencies for tart cherry growers
Hopes for high-density plantings not panning out, so tart cherry researchers turn to technology.
Pest management focus at North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days
Growers gathered in person and online for three days of educational presentations and panel discussions
Lautenbach’s long legacy
Lautenbach family adjusts to loss of farm’s animating force.
Juan Munguía, a young grower from Mattawa, Washington
uan earned his bachelor’s degree in soil science from Oregon State University and is currently pursuing his graduate degree in horticulture. Juan is the son of Maria and Serafin Munguia.
Cherry Institute hits Yakima, preceded by systems tour
Northwest Cherry Growers President B.J. Thurlby shares reflections on the 2021 cherry season and insights
Chelan Fruit Cooperative acquired by International Farming
Editor's note: This story was edited to include Gebbers Farms as a co-owner of the
Cherry building blocks
Tart industry still seeking ideal variety.
Blueberry, cherry pests the talk of Great Lakes EXPO, Day 2
Attendees are back for Day 2 of the 2021 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm
Washington specialty crop farms eligible for new program with free consulting, deadline Dec. 15
Through Dec. 15, the Washington State Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for a new
Virtual spotlight on Washington agriculture
A video tour for scientists showcases Washington orchardists who are blazing new trails in fruit production.
Washington Cherry Marketing Committee representatives to be selected Jan. 7
Nominations for grower and handler positions on the Washington Cherry Marketing Committee will take place
Registration open for 2022 Cherry Institute in Yakima on Jan. 7
Northwest Cherry Growers announced registration is now open for the 79th annual Cherry Institute, scheduled Jan.
WSU fall field days focus on X disease
Washington State University entomologist Tobin Northfield shows how he uses a leaf blower, running backward
Crop coverage complexity
Whole-Farm Revenue Protection insurance is attractive to specialty crops, but be sure to know what you are signing up for.
Grant funds available for X disease and little cherry disease tree removal costs
Washington State University Extension, in partnership with county conservation districts and pest boards, announced availability
Learning from the heat wave
Cherry industry loses 20 percent of the crop to heat and wonders about future impacts.
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.