Good Fruit Grower

www.goodfruit.com GOOD FRUIT GROWER JULY 2017 29 BINS OVS MACROBINS. The original PNW distributor offering the full range of MacroBins. 800-653-2216, Ext 1, www.ovs.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. GUARANTEED BIRD CONTROL: Try Bird Gard for an entire year. If you are not completely satisfied, simply return it for a complete refund of your pur- chase price. 888-332-2328. www.Bird- Gard.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. DEER CONTROL GUARANTEED DEER CONTROL: Try Deer Shield for an entire year. If you are not completely satisfied, simply return it for a complete refund of your purchase price. 888-332-2328. www. DeerShieldTech.com. EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE THE NORTHWEST HORTICULTURAL COUNCIL (NHC) is seeking applicants for the position of vice president for scientific affairs. The NHC is a trade association, based in Yakima, Wash- ington, that represents the tree-fruit industry of Idaho, Oregon, and Wash- ington on federal and international policy issues. Information about the NHC may be obtained at www.nwhort. org. We seek a team player that pos- sesses a strong academic record and holds an advanced degree in a scien- tific field, such as biology, microbiol- ogy, chemistry, horticulture, or plant pathology. He or she should be an able public communicator, both in terms of writing and speaking. We are looking for an active problem-solver, one who can lead and work cooperatively on commercially important projects with industry, federal and state agencies, and universities. A candidate must have five or more years of post-uni- versity work experience. Letters of application should be submitted to the NHC at 105 S 18th Street, Suite 105, Yakima, WA, 98901 or to general@ nwhort.org, and will be accepted until the position is filled. KYLE MATHISON ORCHARDS in Wenatchee is seeking a full-time Ranch Director to help organize, supervise and implement practices that ensure the upmost quality in its 650 acres of cherries, apples, pears and grapes. The ideal candidate would have a degree in horticulture, 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 goals. For more information, please contact the HR office at (509) 662-3613 or submit your resume and cover letter to hrkmo@stemilt.com. THE NORTHWEST HORTICUL- TURAL COUNCIL seeks an effective communicator for its small advocacy team. Professional focus: a range of regulatory affairs and research issues of importance to the tree-fruit indus- try of Washington state. Desired qual- ifications: an advanced degree in a scientific or agricultural field, experi- ence producing or handling a specialty crop, strong writing, and computer skills. Job located in Yakima, Washing- ton. See www.nwhort.org. Mail resume and salary requirements to NHC, 105 S. 18th Street, Suite 105, Yakima, Washington 98901. Equal opportunity employer. BEAK & SKIFF APPLE FARMS is seek- ing a qualified individual to head its orchard operations. Located in Lafay- ette, NY, Beak & Skiff is a 5th gener- ation, family-owned grower, packer, and marketer of fresh apples. The com- pany grows approximately 300 acres of apples for the fresh market and con- tinues to add acreage annually. Beak & Skiff also produces fresh cider under the Beak & Skiff label as well as hard cider under the 1911 Established brand. We are currently seeking a Production Manager to handle all aspects of our growing operations. The ideal appli - cant has a minimum of 5 years' expe- rience in an orchard environment and some management experience. Candi- dates must enjoy working outdoors 12 months of the year but also be able to balance record keeping and statistical data. Relevant experience in all of the following is desirable: Pruning, orchard layout and planting, trellis systems, pest management, cropload management, irrigation, harvest crew management, fruit quality monitoring, equipment operation & maintenance. Familiar - ity with the H2A program and food safety protocols is also desirable.This is a full time, year round position with pay dependent on experience, and full benefits including 401K. Other qualifi - cations: 2 or 4 year college degree, NYS DEC Pesticide applicator license, basic computer skills including Excel, Word, Google Earth. Applicant must be able to work outdoors for long periods of time in all weather, lift and carry 50lbs, climb ladders, and carry out repetitive motion activities such as sawing or clipping. Send Resume to info@beakandskiff.com ASSISTANT FARM MANAGER. Doren- berg Orchards is seeking a full-time, permanent Assistant Farm Manager to help with daily operations of a high density apple orchard and wine grape vineyard located near Kelowna, British Columbia. To download the full job posting and apply online, please visit http://dorenbergorchards.ca/ FROST PROTECTION FROST OR FREEZE protection got you down? Warm up with AgHeat's propane heaters to protect your crops. Call or email, agheat@gmail.com, 541- 400-4875. www.agheat.com. FRUIT TREES TREES STILL AVAILABLE for 2018 & 2019. Supplies are going to be very lim- ited, so order today! Representing the nation's PREMIER fruit tree nurseries. Stan Peterson Fruit Tree Sales, (cell) 231-499-9292, 888-333-1464. stan@ fruit-treesales.com, www.fruit-tree- sales.com. 2574 S. Benedict Road, Lud- ington, MI 49431. QUALITY TREES for quality growers, sales agent for Van Well Nursery and C&O Nursery. Mike Anderson, 509- 952-3538. FUMIGATION C U S T O M O R C H A R D F U M I G A - TION Re-planting? No job too small. Call now to schedule your applications. 509-687-9572. Serv- ing all of Washington. Visit us at CustomOrchardFumigation.com. TRIDENT AGRICULTURAL PROD- UCTS, INC., specializing in soil fumi- gation for orchards, vineyards, hops, berries, nurseries and other crops. Schedule your 2017 fumigation as soon as possible to ensure you have Telone/Pic available for your new orchard. Hood River/The Dalles: 971- 563-8848; Yakima Valley: 509-728- 2004; Columbia Basin/NE Oregon: 509-481-5998; Northwest Washing- ton/Okanogan Valley/ Wenatchee: 360-630-4285. GRAFTING SALVADOR ZARAGOSA professional grafting, chip budding, and budding bench grafting. We guarantee 95% take. Mobile, 509-961-2986. PROFESSIONAL GRAFTING and ser- vice. Small and large acreage. 20 years' experience. Jose Mendez, 509-584- 0034 or (mobile) 509-949-1321. E R N E S T O Z A M O R A ( E R N I E ' S GRAFTING), professional service, 20+ years quality experience. Immediate and long-term satisfaction guaran- teed. 509-689-1490 or 509-322-2325. GARY McMONAGLE Grafting, growing for 30 years with over 20 million field grafts of experience, including millions of chip buds and bench grafts. 509- 669-1686. S C I O N O N ® G R A F T I N G T O O L S , Bio-Graft™ tape, Bud Clips and other innovative nursery, grafting supplies and equipment. Exclusive US/Canada distributor. Download our catalog and view our YouTube videos at www.Graft- ingSystems.com. Toll free 800-386-5600. Cell 269-921-6892. Ask for Matt Moser. ZAMORA'S GRAFTING. Many Central Washington growers satisfied with our unsurpassed results. Over 30 years experience. Contact Ramiro Zamora at 509-689-6932 or 509-733-2754. GROWER HOUSING SUPPLIES STURDY METAL BUNK beds and mattresses for H2A farm worker hous- ing. Two week lead time from order to delivery. Free on-site delivery with larger orders. Call Crown Furniture, Wenatchee, WA, 509-663-4814 or 509- 670-4011; fax 509-663-6326; or e-mail crown1@nwi.net today for a quote. ORCHARDS FOR SALE 200 ACRES CHERRY ORCHARD, Yakima Valley, see ad on Page 26 for more details. 509-845-4389, ewagreal- estate@hotmail.com 5 0 A C R E S O F P R I M E F A R M ORCHARD ground with newer man- ufactured home and 2400 square foot shop in great condition. Irrigation dis- trict and 35 acre feet of deeded water rights! Well pumping 250 gallons per minute. Steven 509-449-3385 Coldwell Banker Lake Chelan WA License 24798. ORCHARD LEASE WANTED LEASING FARMS? Dedicated and expe- rienced farmer interested in leasing apple, cherry, and pear farms in Eastern Washington. Call 509-480-2196. ORCHARD REMOVAL PUSH, PILE, BURN. Services for orchard and tree removal, also ripping and discing available. Yakima Valley 509-379-1166. ORCHARD SUPPLIES WILSON IS YOUR SOURCE for all types of fabric and plastics used in farming. Shade, wind screens, greenhouse films, and mulches. 509-453-9983. TRELLIS SUPPLIES. Largest man- ufacturer direct selection available: Jim's Supply, Euro posts, organic wood, PWP Wood Posts, ToughStrand Fencing, bamboo and more. 800-653- 2216 Ext 1, www.ovs.com. PACKING EQUIPMENT USED PACKING EQUIPMENT: We spe- cialize in meeting your needs for used cherry, apple, and soft fruit packing and hydro cooling equipment. We custom fabricate as well. Call 206-321-8378. PORTABLE HYDROCOOLER and small cherry line with sizer and cluster cutter, could be used as Rainier line. 206-321-8378. USED IN EXCELLENT CONDITION- MAF Gooseneck bin Filler (2 bin sta- tion) Call Nathan 970-464-5656. OESCO COMMERCIAL RACK AND CLOTH HYDRAULIC CIDER PRESS. 28" with 3 phase motors and grinder. $15,000.00 contact 559 790 5838. PACKING LINE FOR SALE. 4 lane PSI color sorter/sizer. OMS camera sys- tem. 22 drops with tray feeders, 16 bagging drops. (Recently upgraded chain and solenoid exit ramps). All crossbelts included, plus nice 12 x 4 hydraulic sorting table. 208-250-4279. ROOTSTOCKS TRECO® ROOTSTOCKS mean quality. Buy from the industry leader. TRECO has supplied 60 percent of the nation's malus rootstock needs to the nurser- ies for more than 70 years. Go directly to the source and buy the rootstocks trusted and preferred by the major nurseries: TRECO; PO Box 98, Wood- burn, OR 97071. Ph: 800-871-5141; fax: 503-634-2344; email: rootstocks@treco. nu or website: www.treco.nu. CARLTON PLANTS, LLC is a quality grower of virus-certified rootstocks and seedlings for fruit, flowering, and shade trees. Apple: M9-NIC, M26, M7, M25, MM106, MM111, domes- tic. Cherry: Mazzard, Mahaleb. Pear: calleryana, communis. Plum: M29C, St. Julian. For questions or to place an order, please call our sales depart- ment, 800-398-8733 or fax 800-442- 1452. COPENHAVEN FARMS NURSERY. "We're at the Root of The Business." Quality Oregon-grown rootstock and seedlings for fruit, flowering, and shade trees. Specializing in virus-free apple, cherry, plum, and pear root- stock since 1982. Christopher and Marilyn Dolby 503-985-7161; Fax: 503- 985-7876. Email: copenhavenfarms@ comcast.net, www.copenhavenfarms. com. FIRDALE NURSERY, certified apple rootstocks: EMLA.7, EMLA.106, EMLA.111, M.9 (337) and BUD 9. Bea- verton, OR. 503-628-2755. WILLAMETTE NURSERIES offers Oregon-grown, virus-certified fruit tree rootstock, including popular M.9 clones and other dwarf and semi-dwarf varieties, and fruit tree seedlings (apple, cherry, pear & plum.) Excellent quality, reasonably priced. Outstanding ser - vice. Visit us at: www.willamettenurs- eries.com. Willamette Nurseries, 25571 S. Barlow Road, Canby, OR 97013. 800- 852-2018, 503-263-6405. Email: willa- mette@canby.com. CERTIFIED VIRUS FREE M9-T337/ other rootstock for Spring 2018 deliv- ery. Order now while supply lasts. Call Greg Benner, TreeLogic USA, LLC at 509-833-3486 anytime to reserve your stock! Since 1972. STAKES / POSTS / POLES QUALITY PAYS — Princeton Wood Pre- servers pressure-treated posts, poles. Quoted by truckload. P.O. Box 1269, Penticton, B.C., V0X 1W0 Plant phone: 250-295-7911; toll free, 877-797-7678. Email: elizabeth@pwpost.com. Web: www.pwppost.com. PANHANDLE FOREST PRODUCTS: Quality posts, poles, and stakes. CCA pressure-treated, with delivery. Partial loads. 888-289-7678; www.panhandle. com. POSTS, POLES, AND STAKES: Pres- sure treated in the USA. Various sizes and lengths. Untreated available for organic growers. Jasper Enterprises, Inc., P.O. Box 102, Chattaroy, WA 99003; phone 800-238-654, or email sales@jasper-inc.com. STEEL APPLE AND GRAPE TRELLIS. Custom systems available. Bamboo, treated wood, top of the line quality and service. Online catalog. Wilson Vineyard and Orchard Supply, Yakima, WA. 509-453-9983, www.wilsonirr.com TRELLIS SUPPLIES. Largest man- ufacturer direct selection available: Jim's Supply, Euro posts, organic wood, PWP Wood Posts, Davis Wire, ToughStrand Fencing, bam- boo and more. 800-653-2216, Ext 1, www.ovs.com. TREE SPREADERS "V" SPREADERS. treeform@sym- patico.ca, 519-599-2299, or John DeMartini, 209-484-8502 and ryan@ firmanpollen.com (western contacts). TRELLIS SUPPLIES TRELLIS SUPPLIES. Largest man- ufacturer direct selection available: Planting guidelines, trellis designs and products and more. Visit www.ovs. com to download your free copy! WIND MACHINES CHINOOK WIND MACHINES, sales/ service. All makes, new/used. H.F. Hauff Company, Inc., 509-248-0318. CASCADE WIND MACHINE Service, distributor of Orchard-Rite® wind machines. P.O. Box 9308, Yakima, WA 98909, phone 509-457-9196; Wenatchee, WA 509-662-2753; British Columbia, 250-495-7245. WIND MACHINE SALES: Sales/ser- vice, new and used wind machines. 509-877-2138. CLASSIFIED 509-853-3520 800-487-9946 509-853-3521 fax getit@goodfruit.com CLASSIFIED ADS are $1.29 per word per insertion. Ads up to ten words are charged a minimum of $12.00. Include name, address, and phone number in figuring the cost. Count hy phenated words as two words. Count each initial, abbreviation, symbol, whole number, as one word. State and zip code count as two words. 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