Category: Apples
Early season reminders for grower application timings
Because there have been starts and stops to the Michigan’s 2024 field season due to weather, Michigan State University Extension reminds growers to be on top of management decisions as phenological stages are likely to move quickly and key application timings may be missed.
USApple webinar: little spring weather concern
As spring blooms move into the summer months, apple growers keep an eye on spring temperatures, potential storms and freezes and how the weather could affect their crops.
Michigan tree fruit research program reapproved
With a 63% approval, Michigan’s apple, cherry, peach and plum producers have approved a referendum to continue the Michigan Tree Fruit Research and Development Program.
Orchard Robotics raises $3.8 million
Orchard Robotics has raised $3.8 million in a seed round led by investor General Catalyst, and a pre-seed led by Contrary.
Virginia fire blight infections predicted
Virginia fire blight, Virginia Tech, Virginia Tech tree fruit pathology lab, apples, pears,
Fryhover plans to retire from Washington Apple Commission
Todd Fryhover, president of the Washington Apple Commission, plans to retire in November, after 18 years with the group.
USApple discusses exports with ag secretary
USApple, U.S. Apple Association, USDA, Secretary of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, apples, exports, labor, trade,
FloraPulse provides real-time data on plant water needs
FloraPulse, an easy-to-install water sensor, provides accurate and low-cost water-sensing technology to farmers and researchers who want real-time data that will enable them to make quick, accurate decisions.
Apple holdings significantly increase
USApple, USAppleTracker, U.S. Apple Association, apples, apple storage, apple holdings, processing apples, fresh apples,
Texas panhandle growers threatened by wildfires
Texas wildfires, disaster, Texas Farm Bureau, Texas Department of Agriculture, panhandle, onions, watermelons, pecans, peaches, apples,
Cider association’s certification program goes global
The American Cider Association is expanding its beverage professional education and certification program globally.
Webinar addresses fire blight research
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Sen. Cantwell praises post-tariff apple exports
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, recently highlighted a successful apple export season, following India’s decision to drop a 20% retaliatory tariff on U.S. apples.
FGN webinar focuses on productivity in the apple orchard
The Fruit Growers News is hosting a webinar designed to inform apple growers how to profitably increase yields without increasing inputs.
Ciderhuset savors tradition in Norway’s fjords
Norwegian orchardists Åge Eitungjerde and Eli-Grete Høyvik have cultivated a rich legacy in cider and juice production that unfolds against the breathtaking backdrop of the Sognefjord on Norway’s western coast.
EU board nixes Pink Lady licensed varieties’ validity
Cripps Pink, Pink Lady, Cripps Red, apple varieties, plant variety rights, European Board of Appeal of the Community Plant Variety Office,
UCCE Northern San Joaquin Valley offers CropManage workshop
UCCE CropManage, University of California Cooperative Extension, UCCE, water, nutrients, UCCE Northern San Joaquin Valley,
Kelley Chase crowned Michigan Apple Queen
Kelley Chase is the 2024 Michigan Apple Queen. Chase, a Michigan State University (MSU) student, was crowned Dec. 5 during the Michigan Apple Committee’s 20th Annual Growers Luncheon at the Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable & Farm Market EXPO in Grand Rapids, Michigan.