RICHLAND, Wash. – Winemaking research at Washington State University just got a turbo boost. Cypress Semiconductor Corp. and Spokane Industries have teamed up to help bring one of the most technologically advanced wine fermentation systems in the world to the Wine Science Center at WSU Tri-Cities, with a generous contribution of $3.2 million toward the […]
PULLMAN, Wash.—Washington State University’s Program for Digital Initiatives has received a national leadership award for excellence in promoting, researching and creating resources that have helped hundreds of employers with telework support since 1989.
PULLMAN, Wash. — King County 4-H’er Anna Molosky was one of a select group of women recognized for her accomplishments in computing and technology. The National Center for Women and Technology (NCWIT) and Bank of America recognized Molosky and 32 other high-school women for their outstanding efforts at an awards ceremony March 27 in Charlotte, […]
PROSSER, Wash. — In an effort to provide valuable data to their technologically savvy clientele, the Washington State University AgWeatherNet development team has released two new weather products, as well as a third product developed by 4Quarters, Inc.
DALLESPORT, Wash. – An innovative technology developed by Columbia PhytoTechnology and Washington State University assistant professor of food science, Kerry Ringer, preserves health-promoting compounds in dried blueberry powder. The technology meets consumer demands for highly nutritious foods at the same time as addressing industry concerns about costs. Called the Radiant Zone Dryer, the technology was […]
OKANOGAN, Wash. – A series of free computer workshops designed to assist fruit growers with long-term decision making will be available free of charge this winter. Workshops at three locations have been scheduled to teach growers how to use A Grower’s Technology Economic Assessment Model computer program. It is a Windows-based program designed to help […]
PULLMAN, Wash. – In a statewide organization such as Washington State University Extension, connections with customers and colleagues are critical to program success and sustainability. In the past, that has meant travel – by car, by plane, and in some cases, by ferry – to conduct business. Increasingly, however, technology – in the form of […]
SEATTLE, Wash. – Washington State University Extension outlined details Wednesday of a $350,000 grant program and invited grant proposals for community technology projects at the statewide community technology meeting hosted by the Communities Connect Network. “This is the only dedicated technology grant program in the state right now,” said Matthew Mitchell, of Extension’s Center to […]
It’s a Fact According to the Washington Fryer Commission, the economic impact of Washington’s fryer industry exceeds $300,000,000. Over 3,500 jobs are affected by the industry, including approximately 1,500 in allied industries, including the retail and wholesale grocery trade, food service, transportation, and packaging. Breaking the Mold Washington wheat growers may be able to break […]
It’s a Fact Washington’s agriculture and food industry employs 173,000 people, making it the state’s largest employer. Over 230 different crops are grown in Washington which, combined, contribute more than $5 billion per year to the state’s economy. On Solid Ground is a weekly, electronic newsletter for the friends and stakeholders of the Washington State […]