Welcome to Cider Research and Education
The cider research program was established at WSU Mount Vernon NWREC in 1979 with 6 cider apple varieties, and today we have more than 65 varieties and are evaluating:
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Cultivar Selection
2018 Annual Cultivar Performance Summary Table (PDF)
2015 Tree Growth Habit and Characteristics Summary Table (PDF)
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Orchard Establishment and Management
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Mechanization of Production
Feasibility of Different Harvest Methods for Cider Apples: Case Study for Western Washington (PDF)
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Disease Management
Anthracnose Canker Integrated Management Plan for Home Gardeners (PDF)
Anthracnose Canker Integrated Management Plan for Commercial Orchards (PDF)
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Educational events
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Upcoming Education Events
Sep
08
Ciders of Washington – A Guided Evaluation of the State’s Best Ciders
September 8, 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm PDT
Oct
08