Western pear growers adapt to labor and cost challenges while looking ahead to 2026.

The Almond Board of California has announced the 2026 class of its Almond Leadership Program, welcoming 18 new professionals.

The Washington State Fruit Commission has appointed Eric Patrick as its new President to lead marketing efforts for PNW cherries and canned pears.

Take a virtual tour of International Fruit Tree Association post conference tour stops where there was much to see and learn.

Timing is key in the management of red leaf blotch — California’s latest almond disease threat.

Cal/OSHA is proposing its own take on the federal ‘Walkaround Rule.’ Learn about the four key provisions of this regulation.

Oregon State University researchers offer guidance to control pests and disease while protecting vital bee populations.

Learn how Jarom Empey of Empey Orchards is taking a renewed business approach this year after being stretched to the max in 2025.

Research project aims to monitor fungicide sensitivity in the management of Phytophthora root rot.

A historically small 2025 grape crush underscores the depth of the wine market downturn, but may help bring supply and demand back into balance.

In these Madera, CA, orchards, one family’s decades-long journey shows how caring for the soil can transform farming, food, and the future.

Report says California working landscapes generate $404 billion in sales annually.

Fall Creek’s SEKOYA Nova ‘FC15-173’ features fruit size distribution and postharvest performance that differentiates it from similar varieties.

UC Davis researchers offer groundbreaking insights into pistachio hull split breakage and more.

Tree fruit/viticulture consulting company AgriMACS uses automation to combat back-office labor crunch.

Three new board members and two re-elected members will lead American Pistachio Growers forward in 2026. Learn who they are.

B.J. Thurlby, longtime leader of the Washington State Fruit Commission and champion of the PNW cherry industry, has passed away at 60.

A low-cost, simple robotic arm developed by Washington State University researchers might someday help with fruit picking and other farm chores.

Hive quality over quantity is the future of pollination.