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2026 Fresh & Processed Pear Committee Research Grant Awards
Based on the recommendations of the Pear Research Subcommittee (PRSC), the Fresh and Processed Pear Committees (FPC & PPC) approved $335,163 to fund seven (7)…
WA Tree Fruit Research Commission (WTFRC) Completes 2026 Funding Cycle and Sets Dates for 2026/27 Season
The WA Tree Fruit Research Commission (WTFRC) finished another successful funding cycle.
Survey: Improving Peach Twig Borer Monitoring and Management in Stone Fruit
The Utah State University is conducting a study to improve monitoring and management strategies of the peach twig borer (PTB) in the Western US in stone fruit (except…
Xerces Society Field Day: Building Farm Resilience with Pollinator Habitat
The Xerces Society and farm partners invite growers and agricultural professionals to attend an upcoming field day focused on pollinator habitat and farm resilience on…
Roundup and Meetup – Join the Conversation on Extremes
The researchers and Extension professionals from the SPARC project invite you to catch the monthly SPARC Orchard Roundup podcast, and register for our Orchard Meetups…
Selective Codling Moth Programs in Pears – Efficacy and Impact on Natural Enemies of Psylla
If you are transitioning to a selective integrated pest management (IPM) program for psylla don’t forget to implement codling moth controls. Broad spectrum materials used…
Watch for Fire Blight Risk
If we have warm temperatures and moisture during bloom be prepared to prevent fire blight infections. Consider the following reminders.
Plan for Multiple Fire Blight Conditions, Be Agile
With bloom opening and warm conditions next week be prepared to manage fire blight for blocks with different risk.
WSU Decision Aid System Update April
In early Spring, one of the most important models to watch is tree bloom. The apple, pear, blueberry, and grape models have all started; use…
USDA Organic Materials Comment Period Now Open
Sanitizers, calcium chloride, pear ester, and other materials important to organic tree fruit are open for public comment this month to the USDA National Organic…
