Cosmic Crisp®: A truly out-of-this-world apple
byAfter over 20 years of tireless research and cultivation, Washington State University researchers officially introduced the highly-anticipated Cosmic Crisp® apple to the fruit scene…
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Mt. St. Helens Eruption: 40 year Anniversary
by40 years ago, people were walking around with masks on, but for a very different reason than we find ourselves doing so today. People…
Scott’s Tips: Watering Fruit Trees
byWater usage, sustainability and soil maintenance are important areas of focus when temperatures start getting warmer in Hood River, Oregon. We frequently check our…
Green Salad with Pears, Pecans, Blue Cheese & Lemon Poppyseed Dressing
byIngredients: ½ cup white sugar ½ cup lemon juice 1 teaspoon diced onion 2 teaspoons Dijon-style prepared mustard ½ teaspoon salt 2/3 cup vegetable…
The Fruit Company Chocolate-Covered Comice Pears
byScott Webster, The Fruit Company CEO, and his family have been growing Comice Pears in Hood River, Oregon since 1942. As one of the largest…
Scott’s Tips: How to Keep Fruit Trees Healthy During Winter
byProtecting your fruit trees during Winter is vital for healthy tree growth. We have over 600 acres of fruit trees in the Columbia Gorge…
Scott’s Tips: Preparation for Spring Fruit Tree Planting
byWith spring around the corner, it’s the perfect time to put a plan together to grow a new fruit tree. At our Orchard, we…
Fruit of the Month: Oregon Peaches
byOur September Fruit of the Month is Oregon Peaches. They are a delicious late summer fruit, and a special treat as we get ready…