Improving tree fruit industry produce, profits focus of WSU endowed chair
Carolina Torres, a horticulturist and WSU alumna, has been named the university’s first Endowed Chair in Tree Fruit Postharvest Systems.
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Sustainably beating fruit orchard pests aim of new WSU entomologist
Developing sustainable strategies to defeat pests that threaten Washington’s fruit crops is Tobin Northfield’s goal as new entomologist at WSU Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center.
Precise pollination tool could transform fruit grower decisions
WSU scientists are collecting data and building a precision pollination model and decision-support tool to help growers efficiently pollinate their orchards.
Ph.D. student researcher inoculates trees in race against fire blight
WSU doctoral student races to help Washington’s apple and pear growers in fight against one of the worst outbreaks of fire blight in recent history.
WSU files counter suits to protect new apple variety
PULLMAN, Wash. – Washington State University announced today that it has taken legal action in state and federal court against Phytelligence, an agricultural biotechnology company, for breach of contract and patent and trademark infringement. The litigation, which relates to the Cosmic Crisp apple, was filed to protect WSU’s intellectual property rights.
$1.5M for specialty crop research to improve fruits, vegetables, farming
By Seth Truscott, College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences PULLMAN, Wash. – Seven research teams at Washington State University will enhance the competitiveness of Pacific Northwest crops by fighting devastating diseases and advancing sustainable agriculture, thanks to more than $1.5 million in Specialty Crop Block Grant funds from the Washington state and the […]
Sept. 9: Community apple pressing, cider making to reveal urban bounty
By Seth Truscott, College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences SEATTLE, Wash. – Fruit trees abound in Seattle and its surrounding metro areas — and that’s a sweet opportunity for its community members. Plucking ripe apples straight from your city block means crisp cider at your table.
Ask Dr. Universe: Why are apples red?
WENATCHEE, Wash. – Just the other day I was biting into a crunchy, delicious red apple when I was reminded of your question. I started wondering why apples are red, too.
U-pick apples ready this weekend at WSU orchard
By Scott Weybright, College of Agricultural, Human & Natural Resource Sciences PULLMAN, Wash. – The season’s first U-pick apple sale at the Washington State University Tukey Orchard will be noon-6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3.
WSU aims to inform consumers amid hard cider boom
By Sylvia Kantor, College of Agricultural, Human & Natural Resource Sciences SEATTLE – It’s not surprising that craft cider is taking root in a region of wine and craft beer enthusiasts. Washington is the second largest wine producer and has the second highest number of craft breweries in the country.