International Fruit Tree Association (IFTA)
IFTA Summer Tour: A review of Day 1
The International Fruit Tree Association’s Summer Tour of orchards in Nova Scotia came on the heels of heavy late-July rains in parts of the Canadian Province, but attendees were treated to fine weather and roads... more »
Registration opens for IFTA Canadian summer tour
International Fruit Tree Association (IFTA) is inviting industry professionals to register for its summer tour. Scheduled for July 23-25, the IFTA 2023 Summer Study Tour plans to visit Nova Scotia. Tour participants are scheduled to... more »
Orchard covers, netting solutions have varied impact
Editor’s note: This article is an expanded version of the article that appeared in print. Orchard protective covers and netting used in fruit production can reduce hail damage and provide sunburn protection, along with other... more »
IFTA conference early registration deadline approaching
The deadline is nearing for early discounts at the International Fruit Tree Association’s Annual Conference and Tour. The event, scheduled for Feb. 12-15 at the Amway Grand Plaza in Grand Rapids, Michigan, includes two full... more »
Italian orchard all-in on multi-leader system
You know you are onto something when a group of apple growers from around the world stops in their tracks and oohs and aahs when they see your apple block for the first time. Italian... more »
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