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India pulls trigger on apple tariffs
After delaying for nearly a year, India this week slapped an extra tariff on U.S.
Michigan apple shippers combine forces
Two Michigan apple shippers are joining forces on sales and marketing, BelleHarvest and Michigan Fresh
Setting the course for future varieties – Video
The stewards of Honeycrisp and Cosmic Crisp discuss how these varieties came to be and how the programs were shaped by their discoveries.
Cosmic Crisp partners with Crunch Pak and Litehouse
Cosmic Crisp, the new apple variety developed by Washington State University as WA 38, will
Michigan Tree Fruit Commission renews MSU infrastructure funding
Michigan tree fruit growers vote again to put their own money toward the infrastructure at Michigan State University’s research orchards.
The land grant mission
As funding for higher education increasingly dries up, universities seek new ways to keep permanent crops growing and thriving.
Matthew Hendrickson fills new staff position at USApple
The U.S. Apple Association announced in a news release that Matthew Hendrickson will join the
Seneca closing pear processing plant
Closure leaves Northwest with only two pear processing facilities.
Good to Know: The disruption eruption
Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission funding codling moth mating disruption for 30 years.
Dininny: A new view
With a change in leadership at Good Fruit Grower, our commitment to all of you remains steadfast.
Erika Espinoza, a young grower from Tieton, Washington
family background / Erika grew up in Washington’s Yakima Valley and was trained in business
Taking apples in a new direction
Growers turn bi-ax tree system sideways for WA 38 plantings.
Mexico lifts tariff on U.S. apples
Mexico announced today the lifting of a 20 percent tariff on U.S. apples, after the
Washington’s drought worsens
A recent spell of rainy weather hasn’t helped much. Washington’s drought has officially gotten worse
WSDA offering on-site airblast sprayer training through June
The Washington State Department of Agriculture is currently enrolling employers from the tree fruit industry
Canadian nursery launches tissue culture lab
This week, Upper Canada Growers announced the opening of a new tissue culture laboratory in
Michigan School for the Deaf awarded Apples4Ed grant
At a celebratory event on May 7, U.S. Apple Association awarded students at the Michigan
Robert Kershaw, 1938-2019
Good Fruit Grower received the following announcement, dated May 13, about the passing of Domex
Mission ahead for Washington researchers
Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission celebrating 50 years driving industry innovation.
Healthy strategies for smokey skies
Keep your workers safe when pollution threatens.
Reducing the risk of listeria: Video
Food safety experts share strategies for monitoring and responding to ‘L. mono.’
USDA proposes Fuji grading changes
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has proposed a change to apple grading standards.
Earlier this week,
Working holidays a lifestyle for some ag workers
Traveling, camping workers pitch in for British Columbia’s busy tree fruit season.
More changes for BC Tree Fruits
British Columbia’s largest fruit company has purchased land on which to build a new packing
Communication key to managing workplace complaints
How grievance policies make for better workers and businesses.
Easing restrictions for farmworker housing
Federal ag housing loans now open to H-2A employers.
Northwest farms sought for heat awareness project
University of Washington and Washington State University researchers are looking for Northwest farms to help
Seneca to close pear plant
Seneca Foods is getting out of the processed pear business and will shutter its Sunnyside,
Washington State Fruit Commission board meeting May 15
The Washington State Fruit Commission board of directors meeting is scheduled Wednesday, May 15, at
A gift of genetic diversity
University of Idaho turns donated Sandpoint orchard, retreat facility into organic educational center.
On the road to tech
Research commission says new technology roadmap will spur innovation and guide investment.
DIY science in the orchard
Extension educator shares tips for managing on-farm experiments.
Arctic Fuji apple receives FDA approval
Okanagan Specialty Fruits Inc., based in Summerland, British Columbia, announced its newest genetically modified, nonbrowning
Packaging options for Cosmic Crisp
Universal packaging design will ensure consistent branding across the industry.
Michael Mitterer, a young grower from Kastelbell, South Tyrol, Italy
family background / Michael grew up working at his family farm in the Alps in
Mumps hits farmworkers
Health authorities have moved about 25 workers exposed to mumps into isolated houses in response
Follow a map to find your soil needs
Mapping soils to fertilize with variable rates has advantages.
Grading on a Cosmic scale
Industry committee sets grade standards for new WSU-bred apple variety slated for commercial release this year.
Blue Bird plans to rebuild after fire
Central Washington fruit packer Blue Bird to replace warehouse destroyed in early March fire.
Cornell roots for Geneva rootstocks
During IFTA annual meeting, researchers urge local growers to give N.Y.-bred Geneva roots a try before settling for Bud.9.
Deciphering designer rootstocks
More options mean more complex planting decisions.
Mulch-in cherries
Researchers study benefits of applying mulch to mature Oregon cherry orchard.
Calling out the codes in the trees
Genetic research explores the underpinning of tree architecture at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Appalachian Fruit Research Station.
A window to the roots
WSU scientist using rhizotrons, or root windows, to study the growth of trees underground.
Not your usual graft
New York grower experiments with beaver grafts, shares technique during IFTA tour.
Kevin Kenoyer, a young grower from Cashmere, Washington
family background/Kevin is a fourth-generation grower who grew up in the Wenatchee River Valley. He
Van den Ende: What are the problems with branches?
While there are many issues facing orchardists today, producing fruit of high quality at a
A better start for nursery trees
Research indicates container-grown nursery trees could be a better option.
Grants promote pollinator habitat
Program aims to improve habitat for native pollinators and beneficial insects.
BC Tree Fruits hires CEO, CFO
BC Tree Fruits, a grower cooperative that packs most of British Columbia’s apples, has permanently