Search Results for: Washington State Tree Fruit Commission
Sensors help trees tell growers when they are thirsty
The traditional method of using technology to alert growers of the need to irrigate involves soil-based sensors, which do well at relaying moisture da... READ MORE »
Honeybee management in tree fruit orchards
Most people in agriculture understand the crucial role cultivated honeybees play in the production of specialty crops across the country, particularly... READ MORE »
Effects of summer heat event on PNW tree fruit session topic
The Okanagan Horticultural Advisor's Group and British Columbia (BC) Fruit Growers' Association are sponsoring an upcoming seminar and discussion seri... READ MORE »
‘Orchard of the Future’ effort between the Netherlands, Washington state eyed
In February 2021 partners in Washington state and the Netherlands signed a collaboration agreement focused on the Orchard of the Future. With this... READ MORE »
Washington State University releases roadmap for Soil Health Initiative
A 124-page "roadmap that outlines current challenges and pathways to help maintain healthy soils as an agricultural and environmental resource has bee... READ MORE »
Washington Fruit Smart Orchard Field Day July 30
The Washington Fruit Smart Orchard Field Day will be held in-person at the V.2 Smart Orchard location. Attendees will hear from researchers, tech prov... READ MORE »
Successful first year reported for Washington apples license plates
Washington apples specialty license plates had an impressive first year of sales with 747 purchased as of June 30. $28 from each plate benefits colleg... READ MORE »
Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission grant awards for cherry set
In 2021, the Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission approved $1,396,455 to help fund 27 new projects in the areas of cherry, apple and technology. ... READ MORE »
Field test could detect fruit-rotting diseases months before harvest
A Wenatchee-based Washington State University plant pathologist has developed an improved field test that could help apple and pear growers quickly ... READ MORE »
Washington tree fruit industry recognizes several leaders
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association (WSTFA) presented awards Nov. 9 during its virtual meeting. WSTFA chair Sean Gilbert presented the Silv... READ MORE »