Category: Cherries
Tree fruit honorees: IFTA recognizes individuals
During their winter tour, IFTA recognized individuals. Find out who the organization recognized for their contributions to the industry.
Michigan fruit update released
Michigan State University (MSU) has released a seasonal fruit production update.
2024 Michigan Fruit Management Guide available
The Michigan Fruit Management Guide, which includes coverage of strawberries, has been released by Michigan State University (MSU) Extension.
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.
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.
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.
Wisconsin Cherry Board opens nominations for members
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations for two seats on the Wisconsin Cherry Board.
Oregon disaster declaration aids cherry growers
The USDA is offering cherry growers in nine Oregon counties access to disaster aid programs after weather caused 2023 crop year losses.
Central Valley fruit, nut grower considers sale
Maricopa Orchards, Assemi, Touchstone Pistachio, Wonderful Co., pistachios, almonds, blueberries, cherries, walnuts, citrus,
IFG owner Bloom Fresh appoints interim CEO
Bloom Fresh International, International Fruit Genetics, IFG, fruit breeding, breeding, research, plant breeding,
Cherry Industry Administrative Board seeking public nominees
Cherry Industry Administrative Board, CIAB, tart cherries, cherries, marketing, promotion, ag research,
UCCE Northern San Joaquin Valley offers CropManage workshop
UCCE CropManage, University of California Cooperative Extension, UCCE, water, nutrients, UCCE Northern San Joaquin Valley,
Michigan fruit industry honors Bill Erwin, Greg Lang
Two Michigan fruit industry notables who’ve spent the better part of their lives in orchards, Bill Erwin and Greg Lang, have been honored by the Michigan State Horticultural Society (MSHS) with its Distinguished Service Award.
Texas event tailors fruit education to state’s climate
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas Fruit Conference peaches apples walnuts
Cherry Industry Administrative Board seeks nominees
Cherry Industry Administrative Board CIAB tart cherries marketing
IFTA conference features tech, labor, climate sessions
The International Fruit Tree Association (IFTA) is set to host its 67th Annual Conference and Tour from Feb. 11-14, 2024.
WSU offers North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days
Washington State University (WSU) has released information on its North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days, Jan. 16-18 and on Feb. 7.
Bill Erwin, Greg Lang honored for Michigan fruit legacies
Two Michigan fruit industry notables who’ve spent the better part of their lives in orchards, Bill Erwin and Greg Lang, have been honored by the Michigan State Horticultural Society (MSHS).
Bill seeks protections for specialty crop exports
U.S. senators and representatives have introduced legislation designed to help farmers fight trade barriers to sell specialty crops in export markets.