Setting Trees Up Right is Theme of Second, Third Days of IFTA Conference By Christina Herrick|March 2, 2017 Presentations focus on making sure the orchard is productive and planted properly the first time.Read More
How To Manage Soil Salinity in Your Fruit and Nut Orchards By Dan Cook, Tessenderlo Kerley|June 5, 2026
Don’t Underestimate the Importance of a Solid Foundation in Your Orchard By Christina Herrick|February 24, 2017 Trellising study helps growers understand the basics of setting up an orchard infrastructure properly.
Snow Doesn’t Stop Day 1 of IFTA Conference By Christina Herrick|February 21, 2017 While the Wenatchee, WA, area has experienced higher-than expected snowfall, tour-goers trudge on to learn the latest about advanced production systems and high-value apple varieties.
Pruning Demo Held in Pennsylvania Posted by Christina Herrick|January 31, 2017 Penn State University Extension to present simplified pruning rules for employees, orchard managers.
Tips to Prune Smarter, Not Harder in Your Orchard By Mario Miranda Sazo|January 31, 2017 Use this practical precision pruning exercise to help you and your employees.
Earl Brown & Sons Sold to Washington Fruit Grower Posted by Christina Herrick|January 16, 2017 Foreman family purchases Oregon’s largest grower, packer of fresh apples.
Washington State University Researchers Develop Hard Cider Apple Storage, Harvesting Recommendations Posted by Christina Herrick|January 14, 2017 A study by researchers at Washington State University offer cider apple harvesting and storage recommendations for growers. Travis […]
‘Arctic Golden’ Slices to hit Midwestern Stores Posted by Christina Herrick|January 11, 2017 Ready-to-eat packs will be in test markets early this year.
New Zealand Scientists Hope to Prevent Diabetes Through Apple Breeding Posted by Christina Herrick|January 10, 2017 Apples are found to have a compound that reduces the risk of obesity, diabetes.
Produce Veteran Tapped as New York Apple President Posted by Christina Herrick|January 5, 2017 New president and CEO Cynthia Haskin has experience with Washington Apple Commission, takes over for Jim Allen.
Traditional Varieties Still the Focus of Pome Plantings Posted by Christina Herrick|January 5, 2017 Moneymakers — that’s what traditional apple varieties such as ‘Fuji,’ ‘Gala,’ and ‘Honeycrisp’ are often referred to in […]
Association Seeks Proposals for Hard Cider Research Grant Posted by Christina Herrick|December 31, 2016 Projects aim to elevate U.S. hard cider industry.
Stark Bro’s Nurseries & Orchards Co. Celebrates 200th Anniversary Posted by Christina Herrick|December 29, 2016 This growing season marked the 200th anniversary for Stark Bro’s Nurseries & Orchards Co. in Louisiana, MO. Stark […]
2014 Apple Grower Of The Year Bill Evans Dies Posted by Richard Jones|December 6, 2016 Legendary apple grower Bill Evans, who along with his wife, Jeannette, farmed more apple acreage than any grower […]
It’s A Global Celebration For World Pear Day Today Posted by Christina Herrick|December 3, 2016 USA Pears to host sampling events in 24 countries for 24 hours of continuous pear goodness.
New Director Of Consumer Health And Media Relations Appointed At USApple Posted by Christina Herrick|December 2, 2016 Organization announces Korenna Wilson to take on the role of raising consumers’ awareness of apples benefits.
Jim Allen Set To Retire — Adios, Mr. Big Apple By David Eddy|November 28, 2016 Jim Allen is stepping down at the end of the month as the longtime chief of the New York Apple Association.
Researcher Gets To Bottom Of Fungus In Fruit Storage Posted by Christina Herrick|November 15, 2016 Team aims to develop tools to predict, detect microbes in stored apples and pears.
U.S. Apples In Storage Up 11% Over A Year Ago Posted by David Eddy|November 10, 2016 Meanwhile, the nation’s dominant producer, Washington, revised its crop estimate upward.
Video Highlights The Apple Breeding Process Posted by Christina Herrick|November 2, 2016 Educational video illustrates how and why new varieties are developed.
