Virtual Orchard Meet Up Series - Impact of Weather on Pome Fruit Quality and Storability: Lessons Learned From 2025
Hello! This episode is from the first webinar of the Virtual Orchard Meet Up Series and is led by scientists on the SPARC project.
August 7, 2026
Hello! Today in this episode we are sharing the first webinar of a four part Virtual Orchard Meet Up Series 2026. The International Virtual Orchard Meetup program has brought together growers, researchers, and government and Extension agents to have an international conversation about important tree fruit topics, connecting industry leaders across North America. This year the virtual orchard meetups provided an opportunity to discuss challenges related to heat stress in summer and fall, identify opportunities to improve fruit quality, and remain profitable. They were led by a panel of SPARC scientists and tree fruit growers from across the United States and Canada.
Check out the YouTube page 👇
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYLbxsK4pTXUmMjRBk58rwJBh_HXprK8y
Check out the SPARC website 👇
https://sparcscri.com/
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