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CO FEATURES PEST MANAGEMENT 10 Biocontrol is fragile Stinkbug further upsets already delicately balanced IPM systems. 14 Stinkbug poses big threat The brown marmorated stinkbug is on its way to the Northwest. 16 Stinkbugs found in sweet cherries 18 IPM researcher sees challenges ahead 20 New pest keeps industry guessing Spotted wing drosophila is a late-season pest. 21 Don't forget cherry fruit fly 22 Reduced risk? Reduced-risk pesticides are not less risky to beneficial insects. 28 New options for fireblight control 8 WSU recruits for pome fruit positions 9 Cherry committee up for renewal Michigan tart cherry growers vote on cherry committee. 24 Parallel peaks Entrepreneur, orchardist, and author John McQuaig sees parallels between climbing a mountain and running a business. 26 Eight keys to the summit The elements common to successful business management and mountaineering. 34 B.C. growers propose apple agency New provincial agency would collect and distribute funds for apple research and promotion. GOOD GRAPE GROWER 30 Trapping for grape mealybug One trap per 30 acres is recommended in Washington State. 32 New pests threaten Washington State grapes Brown marmorated stinkbug could be the worst. 4 MARCH 1, 2012 GOOD FRUIT GROWER www.goodfruit.com 32