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Early Fall Defoliation in Sweet Cherry
In perennial species, natural leaf senescence in the fall is part of a remobilization of mobile nutrients and carbohydrates to wood, buds and roots.
Fire Blight Researchers from Around the World Met in Washington
Fire blight scientists, industry representatives and growers met in Richland at the International Fire Blight Symposium in June.
Effective Strategies for Managing Bacterial Canker During Fall
Bacterial canker in sweet cherries is caused by the bacterium Pseudomonas syringae pv. syringae (PSS) van Hall (Romoli, 1963, Latorre et al., 1980). This pathogen…
Managing Summer Heat for Better Color in Cosmic Crisp® Apples
Effective and adequate summer heat stress mitigation enhances red coloration, fruit quality, and market value in Cosmic Crisp® apples.
Improving Postharvest Hygiene: Performance of a Commercial Bin Washer and the Importance of Sanitation
A commercial high-pressure bin washer using cold water has shown potential in expediting bin cleaning in a commercial packinghouse. Some improvements may be warranted to…
WSU Decision Aid System Update August 2025
Codling Moth Sources
Fresco microwave sensor – measuring quality parameters nondestructively
WTFRC evaluates a new non-destructive sensor to assess apple fruit quality
Non-Recycling Drencher: More Effective Approach for Postharvest Fungicide Application in Pome Fruit
A non-recycling drencher used to apply postharvest fungicides in the field has shown efficacy in fighting decay and reducing the spread of pathogens.
WSU Decision Aid System Update June 2025
As temperatures rise in much of Washington and Oregon, apple sunburn risk increases. Check the DAS sunburn model for apples to assess risk in your…
Real-Time In-Orchard Apple Heat Stress Monitoring System
Sunburn is a major issue in apple production, resulting up to 40% yield loss. Sunburn adversely affects the fruit aesthetics and reduces marketability. For several…
