www.goodfruit.com Good Fruit Grower JULY 2016 3
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Centerpiece
20 What's in your water?
Researchers share simple steps for proper
sampling methods in orchards and vineyards.
FSMA Impact
24 In pursuit of pathogens
How scientists are using whole genome sequencing
to track foodborne illness outbreaks — and what it
means for growers and packers.
29 Protect your customers by
protecting your orchard
Growers can take steps to limit the potential for
contamination from dangerous microorganisms.
Summer Fruits
8 String thinner 2.0
California cling peach grower modifies Darwin for
nonplanar orchards — "Try it. It's a no-brainer."
12 Succession plan success
The time to plan for the future is now — just ask
the three generations of Bays Ranches, one of the
largest canned apricot growers in California.
14 Mid-Atlantic marketing
Eastern growers stay competitive with
new peach and nectarine varieties.
18 Managing mummy berry
Researchers aim to improve control of one of the
most significant diseases of highbush blueberries.
Researchers held a workshop on proper irrigation water testing techniques
in Selah, Washington, in May. See what they had to say on page 20.
TJ Mullinax/Good FruiT Grower