Jack Petree

Petree is a public policy consultant and freelance writer based in Bellingham, WA.
Why You Need to Welcome Bug-Eating Birds in Your Nut Orchard
By Jack Petree|March 3, 2020
Studies show that attracting birds with hedgerows and older trees can prove beneficial in reducing pests like codling moth.
Why the Almond Industry Is on the Edge of a Revolution
By Jack Petree|December 18, 2019
Learn what Advanced Harvest will mean to how growers bring in the crop.
Should You Consider Photoselective Netting for Your Orchard?
By Jack Petree|July 22, 2019
Research shows benefits to shade cloth in preventing sunburn and increasing fruit quality.
New Tool a Boost for Crop Protection in Challenging Vineyards
By Jack Petree|February 2, 2019
Napa Valley’s terrain can be a challenge for vineyard spray coverage, but new uses of technology could help change that.
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