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Lessons from Oregon that already work
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International collaboration between OSU and Orchard of the Future In Oregon, Dutch and American growers, researchers and technology companies came together for an open exchange. Orchard of the Future and…
Discover where research truly makes a difference in the orchard
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See at a glance which innovations drive real progress in practice The Tree Fruit Research Commission is organizing a series of reviews in late 2025 and early 2026, where science…
Where innovation meets the field
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Discover how autonomous farming is transforming at FIRA California From October 21 to 23, 2025, the future of agriculture comes to life in Woodland, California. During FIRA USA, companies, researchers,…
Report explores the path to a lasting Fruit Tech Community
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A permanent fruit community helps make better business decisions On the initiative of Orchard of the Future, the report was presented to Siep Koning of NFO, Caroline Bekkering of Fedecom,…
Grant opportunity for innovation in apple cultivation and storage
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Pre-proposals open until 24 October 2025 The Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission has launched the Apple Horticulture and Postharvest Research Priorities 2026. This grant focuses on research that improves product…
Grant funding for practical apple research
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Pre-proposals open until 24 October 2025 The Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission invites proposals for research that strengthens crop protection in apple orchards. This call is part of the Apple…
Internships in the orchards of Washington State
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Learning where the world is watching If you want to learn from one of the world’s leading fruit-growing regions, look no further. In Washington State, three unique internship opportunities await,…
What participants take away from the Orchard of the Future trip to the US
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A journey of contrasts, insights and connection The Orchard of the Future trip to Washington State, held from 6 to 12 July 2025, brought together technology companies, growers and researchers…
Day 5 | Technology applied and a farewell in style
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A final day full of tech, reflection and perspective On the final day of the Orchard of the Future US trip, 11 July 2025, several meaningful encounters were still on…
Day 4 | Scale, systems and a sector in motion
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From large-scale packing to innovation in the field On Thursday 10 July, day 4 of the Orchard of the Future US trip took tech companies from an impressive packing line…
