Hello Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners! It is hard to believe this is the last week of April. Hopefully, most of the cold weather is behind us as we experienced two very chilling nights this week ...

Apples may get all of autumn’s accolades, but it’s time for pears to muscle in on the action. Understanding which pear varieties are best for which uses will help you choose wisely from the fruit ...

New research will give farmers insight into which pears consumers like best and how much they are willing to pay for different varieties. Kevin Moffitt, president and CEO of the Pear Bureau Northwest, ...

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Apples and pumpkins may get a lot of love come fall, but one fruit you shouldn't overlook at the orchard? Pears. The juicy fruit comes in many colors and all shapes and sizes. Some are super sweet and ...

As new varieties of apples have increased their presence in Washington orchards and on the nation’s grocery store shelves, pear growers are slowly but surely expanding their offerings. With most of ...