Delayed Leaf Abscission a Trending Issue for Washington Apple Producers

New 20% retaliatory tariff is a real blow to Washington’s 1,300-plus growers, who farm almost all the apples the U.S. exports to Mexico.

An early apple harvest is expected in Washington state this year as warm summer temperatures and an early […]

Western fruit, vegetable industries lost millions when unable to export produce at ports.

Washington’s Stemilt shows that apples are a big part of the produce department.

Apple growers moving farther south over the past 35 years.

Growers, packers forecast harvest of 140 million boxes, exceeding 2012 record.

2014 Apple Growers of The Year Bill and Jeannette Evans share photos from the early days of Evans Fruit Company.

This year’s Apple Growers of the Year have perfected the art of their operation, evolving over time to meet the needs of their customers.

Columbia Marketing International, one of Washington’s largest growers, packers, and shippers, reports continued high demand for organic apples.

Prized variety was a favorite of the founder of the Wenatchee, WA, tree fruit growing, packing, and shipping company, Tom Mathison.

Many activities on the orchard can be done at night thanks to fluorescent or LED lights mounted on mechanical harvesters or specialized movable towers for traditional hand-harvested blocks

Two of the largest fruit producers in the Wenatchee, WA, region have joined together to buy a major […]

A commitment to quality, integrity, and hard work every day, along with his efforts to lead Washington Fruit, and the rest of the apple industry, toward a sustainable future, that make Jeff Leonardini the 2012 Apple Grower of the Year.

In preparing for this month’s cover story on our Apple Grower of the Year, Mike Taylor, I had the […]

If you ever wanted an education on why the state of Washington is one of the world’s most […]

Bill Zirkle says success comes down to focusing on quality, knowing your market, and having the right people around you.

Raralph Broetje’s dedication to the industry means growing the highest quality fruit and creating a better life for his employees.

This octogenarian Washington grower has a long list of accomplishments, but he sees more opportunities ahead.