New Ag Irrigation Strategies on Tap in the Pacific Northwest By Thomas Skernivitz|May 19, 2023 Many in the PNW are watching water closely amid a rapidly changing environment.Read More
Cox Farms Launches as One of the Largest Greenhouse Growers in North America Posted by Growing Produce Staff|March 28, 2024
Healthy Soils at Center of New $5 Million Initiative for California Citrus Growers By California Farm Bureau|March 27, 2024
Oregon Farmworker Advocates Ask for Extreme Heat Rules After Laborer Dies Posted by David Eddy|July 2, 2021 Rare coastal heatwave also hammers berry crops; early estimates of blueberry crop loss run 30% to 40%.
New Leader at Pacific Northwest Fruit Cooperatives Posted by David Eddy|May 22, 2018 Brian Focht, who has been with several major fruit packer/shippers, will take over “The Marketing Associations” from Bruce Grim.
Pacific Northwest Spinach Seed Crop Threatened by Fungus Posted by David Eddy|February 23, 2018 Researchers battle Fusarium wilt in the only place in the U.S. that can currently grow the high-dollar leafy vegetable.
Don’t Miss Our Live Coverage of Key Industry Events Posted by Christina Herrick|November 28, 2017 Our editors will be patrolling both sides of the country next week at the Northwest Hort Expo, Great Lakes Expo, and Almond Conference.
Northwest Cherry Crop Estimates Down This Year Posted by Christina Herrick|June 6, 2016 ‘Bing’ growers experiencing low crop set.
Northwest Cherries Predict Strong Crop Posted by Christina Herrick|May 9, 2016 Preliminary figures indicate a crop larger than 2015, and potential early harvest.
It’s Been A Tough Year For Pacific Northwest Growers By James R. McFerson|August 27, 2015 So far, 2015 is not treating the Pacific Northwest tree fruit industry all that well. We knew the […]
Why We’re Breeding Apples For Climate Change By James R. McFerson|June 26, 2015 The Pacific Northwest tree fruit industry is ready for climate change. That is not saying we welcome its inevitable […]
Fifth-Generation Orchardist Wins Jan Cook Mack Painting Posted by Christina Herrick|January 3, 2015 Winner presented painting at Washington State Horticultural Association’s 110th annual meeting in December.
Promising Technology To Expand Hard Cider Industry Posted by Christina Herrick|November 14, 2014 Demand growing as researchers explore the possibilities of mechanical harvesting.
Western Growers Frustrated By Shutdown Of Ports Posted by Christina Herrick|November 14, 2014 Pacific Maritime Association is accusing union of intentional work slowdown.
USDA Announces Loss Adjustment For Late Apple Harvest In The Pacific Northwest Posted by Christina Herrick|November 6, 2014 Multi-Peril Crop Insurance policyholders may be approved for extension of coverage due to warm autumn.
USDA Reminds Producers Of Important Procedures For Filing Crop Insurance Claims Posted by Christina Herrick|July 29, 2014 Producers, especially those recently affected by fires and weather-related damage in Pacific Northwest, should give notice within 72 hours of discovery of damage.
Three Fungal Diseases Discovered In Pacific Northwest Vegetable Crops Posted by Lauren María Alexander|July 23, 2014 Black leg, light leaf spot, and white leaf spot were discovered in Oregon fields according to reports from Washington State University.
2014 Northwest Pear Crop Down Slightly Posted by David Eddy|June 10, 2014 Washington and Oregon pear growers expect dip from last year’s limb-breaker.
Keeping Up With White Apple Leafhopper Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 22, 2013 The white apple leafhopper is the most common leafhopper found on apples in the Pacific Northwest. Until it […]