AI Applications in the Apple Industry

Farm of the Future
The apple industry is interested in using AI to better understand local climate and how it affects trees, especially during dormancy.

Organic Apple Production '24 Pt 2

Fruit Grower Report
Most of Washington’s apple crop is in and, at an estimated 124 million boxes, it’s been a solid year, and Washington State Tree Fruit Association President, Jon DeVaney says organic apple production was also on par.

Organic Apple Production '24 Pt 1

Fruit Grower Report
Most of Washington’s apple crop is in and, at an estimated 124 million boxes, it’s been a solid year, and Washington State Tree Fruit Association President, Jon DeVaney says organic apple production was also on par.

Speculating Helene's Damage Potential

Southeast Regional Ag News
Overlapping the path of damage with census data, the American Farm Bureau Federation describes the potential for impacted areas.

WSU on Temps for Apples and Pears and Rules to Prevent Organic Fraud

The Agribusiness Update
WSU scientists will lead nationwide research addressing the impact of extreme temperatures on apple and pear crops, and new rules to prevent organic fraud have been praised by organic farmers for helping to protect the organic label.

Apple Varieties and Value Pt 2

Fruit Grower Report
Jon DeVaney, President of the Washington State Tree Fruit Association, shares thoughts on our most popular apple varieties and what apples mean to Washington's Ag Economy.

Apple Varieties and Value Pt 1

Fruit Grower Report
Jon DeVaney, President of the Washington State Tree Fruit Association, shares thoughts on our most popular apple varieties and what apples mean to Washington's Ag Economy.

Apple Estimates for 2024 Pt 2

Fruit Grower Report
Apple harvest is underway for the earlier varieties here in Washington state and WSTFA President Jon DeVaney says growers seem to be happy with how things are shaping up.

Apple Estimates for 2024 Pt 1

Fruit Grower Report
Apple harvest is underway for the earlier varieties here in Washington state and WSTFA President Jon DeVaney says growers seem to be happy with how things are shaping up.

Clean Your Apples Pt 2

Fruit Grower Report
Under a seemingly constant barrage of accusations from activist groups, agriculture groups keep busy countering the attacks, and U.S. Apple Association president Jim Bair says you don’t have to look too far.

Clean Your Apples Pt 1

Fruit Grower Report
Under a seemingly constant barrage of accusations from activist groups, agriculture groups keep busy countering the attacks, and U.S. Apple Association president Jim Bair says you don’t have to look too far.

Apple Waste Packaging Pt 2

Fruit Grower Report
A new study by researchers at Oregon State University is working on ways to turn the waste from apples and other fruits into environmentally friendly packaging materials to replace plastic.

Apple Waste Packaging Pt 1

Fruit Grower Report
A new study by researchers at Oregon State University is working on ways to turn the waste from apples and other fruits into environmentally friendly packaging materials to replace plastic.

Pest Management Pt 2

Fruit Grower Report
Pest management is not just a problem for commercial growers. Many untended orchards and backyard fruit trees that don’t get the care they need are a major breeding ground for pests like apple maggots and the coddling moth.

Pest Management Pt 1

Fruit Grower Report
Pest management is not just a problem for commercial growers. Many untended orchards and backyard fruit trees that don’t get the care they need are a major breeding ground for pests like apple maggots and the coddling moth.

Cold Impact on BC Fruit

Fruit Grower Report
After two years of weather extremes, followed by a devastating winter cold snap in January, some British Columbia tree fruit tree operations are clearing orchards and planting crops that will give them at least some cashflow this growing season.

WSTFA Golf Tournament

Fruit Grower Report
August is right around the corner, so it is time, if you haven’t already, to dust off your golf clubs and get ready for the 31st Annual Washington State Tree

Fruit Association’s Memorial Scholarship Golf Tournament.

WAC Apple Plates Pt 1

Fruit Grower Report
We’ve nearly reached the five-year mark of your ability to get Washington Apple Commission license

plates for your vehicle.

WAC Apple Plates Pt 1

Fruit Grower Report
We’ve nearly reached the five-year mark of your ability to get Washington Apple Commission license

plates for your vehicle.

USDA Specialty Crop Trade Pt 2

Fruit Grower Report
I had a chance to catch up with USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor, and asked her about our recently improved relations with India and what that means for Washington apples.