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Sun stress has growers sun wary
With sun damage a key factor in cull fruit for the Washington industry, new WSU research aims to better understand the physiology of sun stress.
Hotter climate alters the cold chain
Maturity metrics may not yield the usual results for fruit grown in warmer-than-usual growing seasons.
Big plans for more mayhaws
Florida grower aims to bring traditional Southern treasure to the wider world.
A variety of options for pear breeding
Pear research leaders suggest launching cultivar breeding program.
Getting misty for evaporative cooling
WSU researcher works on evaporative cooling for wine grapes.
Washington State University hires new extension specialist
Jenny Bolivar-Medina Late last fall, Washington State University hired Jenny Bolivar-Medina for a new position
Beth Brown, a young grower from Waterport, New York
Beth grew up working with her grandfather, Harold Henry, on their family farm in Eden Valley, New York, and later graduated with a business degree from State University of New York at Oswego.
Good to Know: Risk reduction proven
WSU researchers demonstrate that routine export quarantine sufficiently controls powdery mildew pathogen on fresh sweet cherries.
What to do with the wrong rootstocks
How to adjust horticulturally to the wrong rootstocks.
Johnson: Ghost apples appear at Good Fruit Grower
How a few photos captured on a chilly day in a Michigan orchard became a viral sensation.
Nurseries recognize rootstocks with mistaken identity
Errors in the supply chain cause deliveries of incorrect cherry rootstocks, but new technology may help prevent future errors.
On the way to supplying local organic demand
One New York-based grocery chain invests in organic farming to help its suppliers meet customer demand, but for fruit, it has a long way to go.
It pays to promote
Northwest U.S. tree fruit groups put trade conflict mitigation funds to work.
Tart cherry growers feeling the squeeze
Producers battling SWD, imports and changing tastes.
Easing tart cherry trade troubles
After years of challenges for U.S. tart cherry industry, some recent victories offer promising signs.
A family finds their farm
Ambitious Abendroth family tackles modernization of older New York orchards.
Grape juice prices getting better
U.S. juice grape prices inch up as production and demand fall in line.
Survey seeks input on selling sustainable wine
New grant helps industry ask what wine drinkers want when it comes to green wine.
Tissue culture startup shuts down
Millions of trees in limbo after tissue culture company Phytelligence enters receivership.
Dininny: A Good Fruit goodbye and a welcome, too
We’re starting the new year with some new staff changes.
More growers count in census count update
Ag census methodology change recognizes a broader array of growers.
Preview: 2020 Mid-Atlantic Fruit and Vegetable Convention
Tree fruit, stone fruit and wine grape sessions will cover multiple aspects of production.
O’Rourke: Is apple demand falling?
If so, how should the Washington apple industry respond?
Preview: 2020 Empire State Producers Expo
Sessions will cover bitter pit, fire blight and other topics.
Kevin Shaw and Lance Davison, young growers from Vernon, British Columbia
Kevin Shaw, a first-generation farmer, grew up in Kenya and pursued an engineering degree. Lance Davison, a fourth-generation farmer, grew up in Vernon and focused on horticulture in college. Kevin married Lance’s sister, Laura. The family business includes parents, Tamra and Tom Davison, and grandparents, Dora and Bob Davison.
H-2A poised for change
Proposed laws and regulations aim to make the H-2A program more affordable, accessible.
SnapDragon takes another bite of acreage
New York keeps RubyFrost expansion on hold for now.
Growers tracking chemical controversies measure for measure
Concerns rising on whether public opinion undermines science on chemical registration process.
Canopy double poses no trouble
Vineyard trial shows 50 percent more yield on Scott Henry trellis system compared to VSP.
Chilean cherry study goes undercover
Researcher in Chile studying high tunnels, three-wire systems in sweet cherries.
Fix those broken bins
Manufacturer of plastic bins suggests trying repairs before trashing or recycling them.
Wine industry icon handles hectic harvest
Renowned Washington wine grape grower helps to keep boutique vineyards in business.
The art and science of farming
Smith Orchards preserves a family farming history with modernization in mind.
Just add water: Packaged nematodes bred to devour pests — Video
Washington grower tries nematodes to knock down codling moths.
Michigan apples keeping a competitive edge
Recent mergers and acquisitions reshuffle Michigan apple industry.
Yes to driverless in Washington orchards
Despite misconceptions, Washington regulations do allow the use of autonomous vehicles in orchards.
X disease devastation strikes Pacific Northwest
Researchers and growers urge aggressive response to epidemic-level infections.
Hanrahan: Looking ahead to the next 50 years
Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission wants industry members engaged in creating their future.
DeVaney: Washington tree fruit industry future focused
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association plans more education for workers and lawmakers.
Apple growers blown away by defoliation demonstrations — Video
New pneumatic defoliators use alternating pulses of air to strip off leaves.
Project aims to reframe the conversation about food and farming
Nonprofit founder will discuss ongoing project about food and farming during Great Lakes EXPO.
Economist moves view from chaos to confidence
WSTFA Annual Meeting keynote speaker offers new perspective for economic outlook.
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.
Of hair and horticulture: 2019 Good Fruit Grower of the Year
Dain Craver’s personality drives his passion and career.
Walk the talk: 2019 Good Fruit Grower of the Year
Dain Craver contributes to industry through education.
Fervent for fruit: 2019 Good Fruit Grower of the Year
Enthusiasm drives the work of Washington’s Dain Craver, the 2019 Good Fruit Grower of the Year.
Renewed research in the Rogue Valley
Oregon State University Extension plants new vineyards for studies as region’s wine grape acreage continues to grow.
New pear is twice as nice
Oregon growers harvest nation’s first commercial crop of Gem pear, a variety that eats well right off the tree and after storage.
Hambleton: Our choices today shape our reality tomorrow
Chair of WSTFA Annual Meeting looks at leading operations through challenging conditions.