Cherries
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. In cherry research, the commission approved $191,630 to help fund seven... more »
Pace introduces postharvest biorational fungicide for cherries in Washington state
Pace International, a leading provider of sustainable postharvest solutions and technologies for the fresh produce industry, announced April 22 the introduction of BioSpectra 100SC for decay control in cherries. BioSpectra is the first naturally derived... more »
Greenhouse grown cherries give Washington grower a head start
Following low temperatures in Washington last week, a small portion of the upcoming cherry crop is likely affected. “The temperature went down to 24-25 degrees Fahrenheit. We’re seeing damage already but it depends on the... more »
Science background benefits Washington state fruit grower
April Clayton, a farmer and scientist, has a full personal and professional plate, but makes it a priority to find time to share on social media about how fruit trees are raised, carefully tended and... more »
IFG, with 45 patented grape and sweet cherry varieties, marks 20th year
Bakersfield, California-based International Fruit Genetics (IFG), a fruit-breeding and licensing company widely recognized for inventing the Cotton Candy and Sweet Globe grapes, has reached an exciting milestone as the company celebrates its 20th anniversary this... more »
Repar Corp. shares information about HBR, a natural plant growth regulator
Repar Corp. has issued information about Homobrassinolide .1% (HBR) plant growth regulator with the latest product trial information on cherry trees and grapevines, both table and winegrapes. According to a news release, HBR is a ... more »
A unique copper for controlling pseudomonas in cherries
{Sponsored} Pseudomonas syringae is a particularly harmful bacterium to cherries, resulting in bacterial blight and bacterial canker, a disease that can destroy cherry tree limbs and decrease yield and quality of the crop. A lesser-known... more »
Sweet cherry evolution a decades-long journey
This is the first in a series of stories that marks the 60th anniversary of Fruit Growers News. The evolution of sweet cherry production has brought together three recognized aficionados on the topic, reflecting on... more »
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