The Station has several hundred acres dedicated to orchards and vineyards. There is a field operations staff and an extensive stable of fruit farming equipment. Advanced breeding lines of raspberry are tested for long-term productivity. Strawberry selections are tested under modern commercial production conditions. New grape crosses are grown without sprays to identify disease resistance for premium wine and table varieties.
Spring is a busy time in the orchards and vineyards when there are crosses to be made.
Last modified July 2, 1998.