Surprises in the fruit industry usually are along the lines of a new variety, new technology, a new type of crop protection, or even a new growing system. But this surprise involves apples, guitars, and country music.Read More
Growers shift from single leader to multiple leader systems to increase light interception and production. But this system isn’t without its risks and costs.
Growers would be better off adding blue orchard bees (BOBs), reducing their heavy dependence on honeybees that have to be brought into California each year.