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After some rough years, apple market may be improving in 2026
OTHELLO — It’s been a rough few years for apple and pear growers, but 2026 looks like it could bring better news. …
Washington State Wine Commission launches wine app
SEATTLE—The Washington State Wine Commission kicked off August as Washington Wine Month today by launching a brand-new website for the state’s wine industry, a…
WSU to lead national AI research institute for agriculture
PULLMAN – With a new $20 million federal grant, Washington State University will lead a major research institute to develop artificial intelligence (AI) soluti…
Gebbers Farms reaches settlement with L&I over COVID-related fines
BREWSTER — In a case likely watched in the central Washington fruit industry, Brewster-based cherry and apple grower Gebbers Farms agreed to spend nearly $2 million to improve conditions for workers in an agreement…
Asian giant hornet sighted in northwestern Washington near Blaine
BLAINE — The Asian Giant Hornet is back.
High-tech orchard: Drones, sensors poised to revolutionize apple industry
GRANDVIEW — It’s 16 acres of the “apple from hell.”
Bee-impersonating flies show pollinator potential
PULLMAN, Wash. – A tiny bee imposter, the syrphid fly, may be a big help to some gardens and farms, new research from Washington State University shows.
USA Pears wins social media award
PORTLAND, Ore. — USA Pears has won an award for Best In-House Digital Marketing Campaign for a series of videos highlighting Pacific Northwest pear growers.
Wild yeast may hold key to reducing sugar content in wine
Creating wine is a balancing act between the quality of harvested grapes and the types of microorganisms that ferment grape juice. Too much sugar during the fe…
Cannabis research center established at Washington State University
PULLMAN – Washington State University’s early efforts on cannabis research have now grown into a full, multi-disciplinary research center with nearly 100 scien…
Goose Gap becomes state’s latest certified wine region
SEATTLE — Washington State has a brand new officially recognized wine growing area.