The Rogue Valley growers were pioneers in pear production, growing over 24 varieties and setting quality standards in packing pears. The Rogue Valley was the first and largest red pear growing region in the Pacific Northwest in...
Pacific Northwest blueberry growers must identify and control a number of bacterial and fungal diseases in order to ensure the highest yields. Fortunately, only a few of the diseases that occur on highbush blueberry in this region cause significant losses when left unchecked.
Jay W. Pscheidt, Jerry Weiland |
Mar 2015 |
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Producers faced with an oversupply of sugar beets may consider using them as livestock feed. This practice could save livestock producers money while helping to meet the nutritional needs of their animals. Learn ...
An overview of steps in planning and conducting a sale of timber and logs from small woodlands. Discusses how to do market research, identify product options, decide on type of sale (standing timber or logs), ...
In recent years, cherry growers in the Pacific Northwest and elsewhere have embraced high-density systems that put twice as many trees in the same amount of space. Here's a look at how their efforts are working out.
Lynn Long, Tim Facteau, Roberto Nuñez-Elisea, Helen Cahn |
Jun 2018 |
Article
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