Good Fruit Grower

www.goodfruit.com GOOD FRUIT GROWER AUGUST 2017 45 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 American 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 purchase price. 888-332-2328. www.BirdGard.com. BLUEBERRY PLANTS PREMIUM BLUEBERRY VARIETIES to fit your market needs. Blue Ribbon – high quality, fresh market. Cargo – high yields. Last Call – outstanding 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 sci- entific affairs. The NHC is a trade associa- tion, based in Yakima, Washington, that represents the tree-fruit industry of Idaho, Oregon, and Washington 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 scientific field, such as biology, microbiology, chemistry, horti- culture, or plant pathology. He or she should be an able public communicator, both in terms of writing and speaking. We are look- ing for an active problem-solver, one who can lead and work cooperatively on com- mercially important projects with industry, federal and state agencies, and universities. A candidate must have five or more years of post-university 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. K Y L E M A T H I S O N O R C H A R D S i n 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 con- sidered in lieu of academic qualifications. Good communication skills and analytical thinking is a must. Responsibilities would include interacting with other company Directors, packing warehouses, and chem- ical 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 HORTICULTURAL 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 industry of Washington state. Desired qualifications: an advanced degree in a sci- entific or agricultural field, experience pro- ducing or handling a specialty crop, strong writing, and computer skills. Job located in Yakima, Washington. 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 seeking a qualified individual to head its orchard oper- ations. Located in Lafayette, NY, Beak & Skiff is a 5th generation, family-owned grower, packer, and marketer of fresh apples. The company grows approximately 300 acres of apples for the fresh market and continues 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 applicant has a minimum of 5 years' experience in an orchard environment and some management experience. Candidates 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 follow - ing is desirable: Pruning, orchard layout and planting, trellis systems, pest management, cropload management, irrigation, harvest crew management, fruit quality monitoring, equipment operation & maintenance. Famil- iarity 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 qualifications: 2 or 4 year col- lege 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. Dorenberg 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/ JOURNALISM FELLOWSHIP AT GOOD FRUIT GROWER. Good Fruit Grower mag- azine is looking for a journalist who is fluent in Spanish and English to serve as the lead writer and curator of its new Spanish-lan- guage web site. The bilingual journalist will be the first new hire in a significant expansion of Good Fruit Grower's Span- ish-language content. Based in Yakima, Washington, the position begins after Sept. 1, subject to final grant approval. The fellow- ship runs nine months, with the potential for renewal for a second nine-month stint. For details, please visit http://www.good- fruit.com/journalism-fellowship-at-gfg/ WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY – Department of Horticulture: Stone Fruit Breeder Geneticist. The Department of Horticulture at Washington State Uni- versity is seeking a candidate to lead the stone fruit breeding and genetics program with emphasis on the development of new sweet cherry cultivars specifically suited to production in the Pacific Northwest. This 12-month, tenured or tenure-track full- time faculty position as Assistant or Asso- ciate Professor begins January 1, 2018, or as negotiated, at the Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center in Prosser, Washington. Responsibilities include: Developing a nationally and internationally recognized sweet cherry breeding program that addresses priority needs of the Wash- ington and Oregon sweet cherry industry, acquisition of competitive extramural fund- ing to support a collaborative and com- prehensive program in cherry breeding; extensive contributions to scholarly liter- ature that advance the understanding of Prunus genetics; teaching undergraduate and graduate students in the area of crop breeding and genetics; and collaborating with state, federal, private research, and extension personnel to strengthen the rep- utation of an interdisciplinary, world-class tree fruit breeding, genetics, and genomics team at WSU. Required: PhD in horticul- ture or a related plant science discipline at the date of hire, evidence of ability to lead and manage a plant breeding program, and demonstrated record of scholarly accom- plishments commensurate with career level (Candidates applying for this position at the associate professor rank must have an equivalent of 6 years experience in an assis- tant-rank position or equivalent position(s) with an established record of accomplish- ments in program leadership, scholarship and extramural funding commensurate with the associate rank). Screening of application materials begins September 1, 2017, and will continue until position is filled. Applications must include a cover letter; current curricu- lum vita; statement of vision and goals that also describes how your qualifications align with theresponsibilities of the stone fruit breeder position; electronic copies of grad- uate program academic transcripts; and names and contact information for four pro- fessional references. Reference letters will be requested for the finalists. The cover let- ter should address, in distinct sections, all of the required and preferred qualifications for the position (including your areas of exper- tise and research interests). Please contact Dr. N. Richard Knowles, Search Committee Chair, at rknowles@wsu.edu, 509-335-3451 for questions about this position. To apply visit www.wsujobs.com. (Search #125368). For additional information on Washington State University, CAHNRS or the Depart- ment of Horticulture, visit wsu.edu, cahnrs. wsu.edu and horticulture.wsu.edu. EEO/AA/ ADA. KERSHAW COMPANIES is seeking a full- time, self-motivated, experienced orchard manager to oversee daily operations at our apple ranch up in Quincy, Washington. Our ideal candidate will have experience with high-density trellis systems as well as new varieties such as Honey crisp. Bilingual preferred. If interested, please call 509-930- 6388, or email resumes to jobs@superapple. com KERSHAW COMPANIES busca un ger- ente de huerto a tiempo complete, que sea auto-motivado con experiencia como gerente de huerto, para supervisar las operaciones diarias de nuestro rancho de manzana en Quincy, Washington. Nues- tro candidato ideal tendrá experiencia con sistemas de espaldera de alta-densidad y también con nuevas variedades como la manzana Honey Crisp. Bilingüe con Español/Ingles preferido. Por favor llame al 509-930-6388, o mande su currículo por correo electrónico a jobs@superapple.com SMALL SUCCESSFUL FRUIT FARM selling locally and regionally is looking for some- one to become next operator as owners approach retirement. Respond to Moss Farm, PO Box 209, Rollins, MT 59931 or call 406-844-0411. BROETJE ORCHARDS is now seeking an experienced technician to help implement the company's post-harvest apple program. This person will help implement the stor- age program for organic and conventional apples. The Post-Harvest Manager will monitor storage conditions, track results, evaluate post-harvest treatments and assess the effectiveness of the company's program. Formal education, technical training, and/ or industry-related working experience is necessary. Send the following documents: 1) Cover letter; 2) Resume; 3) Two profes- sional-related references to Lucy Cartagena, 1111 Fishhook Park Road, Prescott, WA 99348 or lucyc@firstfruits.com. Deadline for application is July 21, 2017. See full descrip- tion on our website: www.firstfruits.com 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 limited, so order today! Representing the nation's PRE- MIER fruit tree nurseries. Stan Peterson Fruit Tree Sales, (cell) 231-499-9292, 888- 333-1464. stan@fruit-treesales.com, www. fruit-treesales.com. 2574 S. Benedict Road, Ludington, MI 49431. QUALITY TREES for quality growers, sales agent for Van Well Nursery and C&O Nurs- ery. 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 T I O N Re-planting? No job too small. Call now to schedule your applications. 509-687- 9572. Serving all of Washington. Visit us at CustomOrchardFumigation.com. TRIDENT AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS, INC., specializing in soil fumigation for orchards, vineyards, hops, berries, nurs- eries 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 Washington/Okanogan Valley/ Wenatchee: 360-630-4285. GRAFTING SALVADOR ZARAGOSA professional graft- ing, chip budding, and budding bench grafting. We guarantee 95% take. Mobile, 509-961-2986. PROFESSIONAL GRAFTING and service. Small and large acreage. 20 years' expe- rience. Jose Mendez, 509-584-0034 or (mobile) 509-949-1321. 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 inno- vative nursery, grafting supplies and equip- ment. Exclusive US/Canada distributor. Download our catalog and view our YouTube videos at www.GraftingSystems.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 experi- ence. Contact Ramiro Zamora at 509-689- 6932 or 509-733-2754. GROWER HOUSING SUPPLIES STURDY METAL BUNK beds and mat- tresses for H2A farm worker housing. 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 43 for more details. 509-845-4389, ewagrealestate@hotmail.com ORCHARD LEASE WANTED LEASING FARMS? Dedicated and experi- enced farmer interested in leasing apple, cherry, and pear farms in Eastern Washing- ton. 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 manufacturer 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 IN EXCELLENT CONDITION- MAF Gooseneck bin Filler (2 bin station) Call Nathan 970-464-5656. OESCO COMMERCIAL RACK AND CLOTH HYDRAULIC CIDER PRESS. 28" with 3 phase motors and grinder. $15,000.00 con- tact 559 790 5838. PACKING LINE FOR SALE. 4 lane PSI color sorter/sizer. OMS camera system. 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 nurseries 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, Woodburn, 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, domestic. Cherry: Mazzard, Mahaleb. Pear: calleryana, communis. Plum: M29C, St. Julian. For questions or to place an order, please call our sales department, 800-398- 8733 or fax 800-442-1452. COPENHAVEN FARMS NURSERY. "We're at the Root of The Business." Quality Ore- gon-grown rootstock and seedlings for fruit, flowering, and shade trees. Specializing in virus-free apple, cherry, plum, and pear rootstock since 1982. Christopher and Mari- lyn Dolby 503-985-7161; Fax: 503-985-7876. Email: copenhavenfarms@comcast.net, www.copenhavenfarms.com. FIRDALE NURSERY, certified apple root- stocks: EMLA.7, EMLA.106, EMLA.111, M.9 (337) and BUD 9. Beaverton, OR. 503-628- 2755. CERTIFIED VIRUS FREE M9-T337/other rootstock for Spring 2018 delivery. Order now while supply lasts. Call Greg Benner, TreeLogic USA, LLC at 509-833-3486 any- time to reserve your stock! Since 1972. WILLAMETTE NURSERIES CUSTOMERS! It's time to roll over your standing order with us. Don't risk losing your spot! Con- tact us now. Excellent quality, reasonably priced Oregon-grown, virus-certified fruit tree rootstock and seedlings. Known for out- standing service. www.willamettenurseries. com. Willamette Nurseries, 25571 S. Barlow Rd., Canby, OR 97013. 800-852-2018, 503- 263-6405. E-mail: Willamette@canby.com 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: Qual- ity posts, poles, and stakes. CCA pres- sure-treated, with delivery. Partial loads. 888-289-7678; www.panhandle.com. POSTS, POLES, AND STAKES: Pressure 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. Cus- tom 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 manufac- turer direct selection available: Jim's Sup- ply, Euro posts, organic wood, PWP Wood Posts, Davis Wire, ToughStrand Fencing, bamboo and more. 800-653-2216, Ext 1, www.ovs.com. TREE SPREADERS "V" SPREADERS. treeform@sympatico.ca, 519-599-2299, or John DeMartini, 209-484- 8502 and ryan@firmanpollen.com (western contacts). TRELLIS SUPPLIES TRELLIS SUPPLIES. Largest manufacturer direct selection available: Planting guide- lines, trellis designs and products and more. Visit www.ovs.com to download your free copy! WIND MACHINES CHINOOK WIND MACHINES, sales/ ser- vice. All makes, new/used. H.F. Hauff Com- pany, Inc., 509-248-0318. CASCADE WIND MACHINE Service, distrib- utor 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/service, new and used wind machines. 509-877-2138. CLASSIFIED 509-853-3520 800-487-9946 509-853-3521 fax getit@goodfruit.com

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