Good Fruit Grower

November 2015

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www.goodfruit.com GOOD FRUIT GROWER NOVEMBER 2015 3 Centerpiece: Organic Crops in Europe 28 Washington State still holds the organic edge Although Europe has extensive organic acreage, much of it is not very productive. New Technology 13 Slice and sanitize Sanitizing wash formula is reported to slow browning, reduce microorganisms on fresh-cut produce. 14 A colorful future? WSU researchers are studying how nets of different colors may prevent Honeycrisp sunburn. 18 Solar becomes affordable Winery owners see switch to solar power as a good investment. 20 Phenotyping goes high-tech WSU researcher is using thermal infrared cameras and other sensors to study fruit traits. 22 Ultraviolet lights the way Researchers envision UV-C lights being installed on packing lines to help control pathogens. 24 Vineyard mechanization Selective mechanical harvesters help improve wine quality by delivering cleaner fruit to wineries. Good Grape Grower 32 Tough times on the Concord Belt Growers along Lake Erie facing difficulties with both juice and wine grapes. 36 More profits from Concords Experimental two-tiered system doubled Concord grape yields. Also in this issue 42 Root pruning is making a comeback Old practice finds new application by solving modern problems in apples. 40 WSU has a new pome fruit pathologist Dr. Achour Amiri will work on control of postharvest diseases. www.goodfruit.com 14 24 28

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