apples

With 135 million boxes on the way, Washington apples are not just fruit; they’re a whole story of care, challenges, and change.

Washington apple growers expect a record 190 million bushels in 2025, led by Gala and Honeycrisp, boosting a $2B farm economy despite labor and trade challenges.

Washington State University's Wenatchee Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center (TFREC) receives a boost. The center received a $600,000 pledge from the Northwest Nursery Improvement Institute to support the construction of the new Plant Growth Facility...

New legislation introduced in Washington's House of Representatives would allow farmers an exemption under the Climate Commitment Act. 13th District Rep. Tom Dent says H.B. 1912 would provide much needed financial relief for farmers using fuel to harvest their crop in Washington. ...

After wild fluctuations in recent years, Washington anticipates a return to normal apple production with an estimated 124 million boxes in 2024.

Washington State takes its apples seriously, so - which is best, organic or conventionally grown apples?

So, when are the best time for say, carrots? I did some "digging," and found out!

Late last week, Washington State Department of Agriculture entomologists confirmed the first report of Japanese beetle larvae for the year.  This is the first report of a larvae or grub confirmed in the beetle infestation area near Grandview, WA.  A ...