Category: Pacific Northwest
Washington State group issues alert on H-2A bill
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association (WSTFA) has issued an action alert to members, asking them to write to state senators to express opposition to two bills, one of which would add numerous questions to annual ag labor surveys.
WSU seeks input on phenology-based management of pears
Washington State University researchers are asking for input from pear growers and others in the industry for an annual survey on pear management practices.
Washington state to decide on produce sticker ban
On Jan. 20, 2024, the Washington Tree Fruit Association (WTFA) issued an action alert related to legislation related to produce sticker ban.
Washington winegrowers group to host Winevit 2024
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Washington soil health events cover diverse topics
Washington State University will co-host a series of events across the state in February to advance soil health practices and knowledge. SoilCon, now in its fourth year, is a free resource for agricultural professionals to learn science-based soil health information.
FirstFruit Farms acquires Applewood Fresh Growers
FirstFruits Farms, Prescott, Washington, has acquired Michigan’s Applewood Orchards and Applewood Fresh Growers.
Researchers advance orchard automation technology with AI pruning and thinning
Researchers are testing orchard automation technology. Read how AI and robotics could help improve pruning, thinning and labor productivity in fruit production.
CMI cites rapid growth with leadership promotions
CMI Orchards, Wenatchee, Washington, is making leadership changes during what it calls an era of major growth.
Washington Winegrowers Association names executive director
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Pear Bureau Northwest celebrates World Pear Day
Pear Bureau Northwest (PBNW) is celebrating World Pear Day Dec. 2 by showcasing global dishes through live-streaming culinary platform Kittch.
Sym-Agro names new Pacific Northwest sales manager
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Sym-Agro names Pacific Northwest sales manager
Sym-Agro has hired Mark Gibbs as Pacific Northwest sales manager for western Oregon and Washington, focusing on winegrapes, berries, tree fruit and hazelnuts.
Stemilt showcases apples, pears at IFPA Show
Stemilt will feature unique and new varieties of apples and pears at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce & Floral Show.
WSU presents sessions on pear pests, IPM
Washington State University (WSU) is presenting two “pear study circles” on pests and how to control them.
USDA opens comments to Pacific NW pear marketing order change
The USDA is proposing a change to the federal marketing order for pears grown in Oregon and Washington.
Okanagan Specialty Fruits opens apple processing facility
British Columbia-based Okanagan Specialty Fruits has opened an apple processing facility on 42.5 acres in Moses Lake, Washington.
CMI Orchards launches new KIKU apples packaging
CMI Orchards plans to unveil a refreshed look for super sweet KIKU brand apples at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce & Floral Show.
Starr Ranch, CMI Orchards unite with apples, pears, cherries
Starr Ranch Growers/Oneonta Trading Co. have an agreement to join forces with CMI Orchards, delivering more than eight million cartons to CMI’s manifest.
Harvests start with high hopes for apple season
Apple growers in Washington, Michigan and New York are optimistic for the 2023-24 fresh apple season.
U.S. apple crop forecast at 256 million bushels
The U.S. apple crop for 2023-24 is expected to top 256 million 42-pound bushels, according to the U.S. Apple Association.