Good Fruit Grower

December 2016

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Using proven techniques and quality materials… Since 1948 ORCHARD GRAFTING SERVICES GRAFTING SERVICES 509-853-3520 800-487-9946 509-853-3521 fax getit@goodfruit.com BIRD CONTROL NATURAL CONTROL. The Ameri- can Kestrel Falcon will give you LOW COST bird control. Call Ben at Orchard Guard: 509-910-6598, www.orchard guard.com. BLUEBERRY PLANTS PREMIUM BLUEBERRY VARIET- IES to fit your market needs. Blue Ribbon – high quality, fresh market. Cargo – high yields. Last Call – out- standing flavor. Top Shelf – very firm. Contact us for further insights on all Fall Creek varieties. (800) 538-3001. www.fallcreeknursery.com. EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE REGIONAL TREE FRUIT EXTENSION SPECIALIST | South-central Washing- ton (#123814). Washington State Uni- versity (WSU) is seeking a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position located at the WSU Irrigated Agricul- tural Research and Extension Center in Prosser, WA. 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LAND USE, CONSERVATION & NATU- RAL RESOURCES MANAGER Seeking a self-motivated individual with strong work ethic and positive attitude to join our horticulture department.Responsi- bilities: Land and resource management including coordination of composting, cover crop rotations, soil and water conservation practices, chemical & amendment applications, overall ground maintenance, equipment utilized for farming activities, winter harvest opera- tion which includes shipping responsibil- ities.Requirements: B.S. in Horticulture, Fruit Science, Agronomy, Soil Science or related education/experience. Can- didates should possess a valid driver license with an insurable driving record, an Oregon Pesticide Applicator License, computer skills, GIS capabilities, knowl- edge & experience with machinery and strong organizational skills.Benefits: paid vacation & holidays, 401K/profit sharing plan and multiple insurance plans. Must have a true desire to learn and grow with the company and become part of a ded- icated team that works to improve and succeed. To Apply: Send resume and ref- erences to: Carlton Plants LLC PO BOX 398 Dayton, OR 97114, fax 503-868-7503 or email to: ssiguenza@carltonplants.com KYLE MATHISON ORCHARDS is seeking a full-time Ranch Director to help organize, supervise and imple- ment practices that ensure the upmost quality in its 650 acres of cherries, apples, pears and grapes. The ideal candidate would have a degree in horticultural, however, practical skills and experience will be considered in lieu of academic qualifications. Good communication skills and analytical thinking is a must. Responsibilities would include interacting with other company Directors, packing ware- houses, and chemical consultants, while adhering to team planning and

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