Join WSU Extension for the latest research-based information. 3 WSDA pesticide update credits with approval. Co-sponsor Northwest Cherry Growers.

North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days

Join us for WSU Tree Fruit Extension Programs in North Central Washington. Co-sponsored by Northwest Cherries, Pear Bureau Northwest, NCW Fieldmen’s Association, and the Okanogan Horticultural Association. These events provide the latest research-based information on horticulture, pest and disease management. We hope you will join us to network and learn this winter. Apple, Pear and Cherry Day will be held in Wenatchee, WA January 19-21, 2027 with a virtual webinar option.

Format

Events in 2027 will be held in person with a virtual option through zoom webinars for Apple, Pear and Stone Fruit Days.

Stone Fruit Day Topics

Session 1: Insect, Disease Management

• Powdery mildew
• Spotted wing drosophila
• X-disease

Session 2: Economics and Profitability

• Why were we not able to sell the 2026 crop?
• New varieties and prospectives on the future of bings
• Tools that save labor and $

Session 3: Horticulture

• Reducing post harvest irrigation in cherries
• Pruning

Credits

3 WSDA pesticide update credits

Registration

Registration is required for virtual webinar attendance. Walk-ins okay for in person participation. In person event is free (sponsored, a $150 value). Thank you sponsors: Washington State University, Northwest Cherries, Pear Bureau Northwest, NCW Fieldmen’s Association. Virtual attendee registration fee ($30 for 3-day event) covers additional cost of audio visual technician/live streaming for event. Virtual registration available soon. Registered attendees should receive a confirmation from zoom the next business day.

Lunch

Join us for the sponsored networking lunch which provides an opportunity to learn and network with your peers and visiting speakers. Sponsored by GS Long. Sponsored lunch limited to the first 100 attendees per day. Registration available Dec 1.

Agenda

Vendors

To join the tradeshow please contact the NCW Fieldmen’s association at ncwfieldman@nwi.net