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Washington State University will start their Tree Fruit Days this week for growers and producers across north central Washington.   “Topics include pest and disease management, invasive species, climate impacts on pollination, discussions on agricultural labor, and evaluating emerging technologies,” said WSU Tree Fruit Extension Specialist Tianna DuPont.  She added this is a...

Washington State University's Tianna Dupont tell us about a new app developed between WSU and Oregon State University to help growers detect Little Cherry Disease. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia... Read More ...

With a buildup of fire blight in orchards across the region, Washington State University said there are several options from which orchardists can select. WSU Extension Specialist, Tianna DuPont, said growers need to manage based on risk. She not ...

Because of the ongoing impact of the coronavirus pandemic, the 2021 Cherry Institute will hold a virtual conference in late January. Washington State University tree fruit specialist, Tianna DuPont, said this year’s event will cover a variety of exciting and important topic, both live and on demand. "T ...

Washington State University will hold a virtual workshop in early November, focused on soil health and what it means for the tree fruit industry. Regional Extension specialist Tianna Dupont says “How Do We Measure and Manage Soil Health for Productive Orchards?” wil ...

Washington State University Tree Fruit Extension will host several pre-harvest tours across the central portion of the state this week.  The tour starts Monday at Hayden Farms in the Finley area and move to WSU Prosser.  Where WSU will talk about Powdery Mildew, Little Cherry Disease, Automated Blossom Thinning and more.   ...

Researchers have come together in an effort to improve fire blight disease management.  Washington State University announced the research team Tuesday, which includes plant pathologists, horticulturists, and economists.  The goal is to develop region-specific and sustainable best management potions for blossom blight and shoot blight; as well sat the overall economic impact of the diseases.  The

Little Cherry Virus has increased each of the past few years after being first discovered in Washington in 2010.   Tianna Dupont with WSU Extension said the disease requires vigilance from growers and, “They want to be ready to scout for symptoms of the disease. Have that on t...