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2014 OUTLOOK
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Apples and the futures market
If the futures market catches on, apple growers might get paid
more for sort-outs.
Growers have less need for loans
Apple growers continue to upgrade orchards, and lenders stay
willing to lend.
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Juice grape trends for 2014
Cash prices are trending downward, production is trending upward.
Washington wine grape outlook
Americans are drinking more wine.
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Crossing the border
Some B.C. apples moved south last fall into Washington State
packing houses.
A common-sense organic approach
Lethal genes can decimate insect pest populations.
A man of principle
Jim Koan, Michigan organic apple pioneer, is honored by the state's
horticultural society.
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Sustainable organics
Jim Koan wants organic practices to be based on science, not politics.
Meet Chris Britton, USApple chair
Securing an adequate workforce is the organization's
number-one priority.
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Family business finds a niche
The Tonnemakers say industry consolidation has left opportunities for
small operators to sell directly to consumers.
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