Cherries
Cherry growers amend marketing order
USDA will amend the federal marketing order regulating tart cherries grown in Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wisconsin.During a recent referendum, eligible growers and processors favored amendments recommended by the Cherry Industry... more »
California cherries get new marketing order
The California Cherry Marketing and Research Program has replaced the California Cherry Advisory Board (CCAB) as the marketing order for the state’s sweet cherry industry.The transfer of responsibilities took place in early April, after a... more »
Migrant housing plan sparks a lawsuit
Plans to improve housing for migrant workers in Benzie County have erupted into charges of racism. A fruit grower wants to reuse a motel that sits vacant in the Village of Elberta.Since the beginning of... more »
Michigan cherry producers approve continuation referendum
Michigan’s cherry producers have approved a referendum to continue the Michigan Cherry Promotion and Development Program. Established in May 1972, the Michigan Cherry Promotion and Development Program was created to improve the economic position of... more »
Michigan fruit crops likely damaged by frost
Two days of frost in parts of Michigan likely damaged fruit crops because of the early growing season prompted by unusually warm weather, an industry official said Tuesday.Damage of peaches and cherries is expected in... more »
Fruit Crop Guesstimate rescheduled
The 57th Annual Fruit Crop Guesstimate, sponsored by the Michigan Frozen Food Packers Association (MFFPA), has been moved to 2:30 p.m. June 6 at the Amway Grand in Grand Rapids, Mich.The guesstimate provides a forum... more »
Growers to receive orchard survey
Tree fruit growers in Washington, Michigan and New York will be receiving a survey from Haley Consulting Services asking growers about their horticultural practices and orchard characteristics. Responding to the survey is critical, as growers’... more »
Brides toast outdoor weddings as fruit growers fret forecast
Above-normal U.S. temperatures that have depressed natural gas prices and threatened some crops are being celebrated by brides with outdoor ceremonies and cocktails in March.A streak that led to the fourth-warmest U.S. winter on record... more »
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