Congratulations to Greg Lang, the 2023 Michigan State Horticulture Society Distinguished Service Award winner!
Meet Gregory Lang, a horticulture trailblazer with roots in Ohio and a passion for fruit production, part of Cherry Times Technical-Scientific Committee.
From Louisiana to Washington and now at MSU, his expertise in tree fruit research has shaped the industry. As an educator, researcher, and advocate, Greg's impact on orchard innovations and education continues to reach global audiences.
Watch this video to learn more about Greg Lang. Hear how he got started in the industry and find out where he’s at today!
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24 Jun 2024
In general, it could be said that Greece is deficient in the production and supply of sour cherries. The deterrent factor, which is the high cost of harvesting, can be addressed by modernising the crops. Domestic genetic material is limited to a few varieties.
18 Nov 2024
Pitting requires pre- and post-harvest solutions, with packaging playing a key role. PacLife works with plastic polymers such as low-density polyethylene and biaxially oriented polypropylene that reduce weight loss and maintain fruit firmness.
16 Oct 2025
A study in Chile shows that assisted pollination using electrostatic technology increases fruit set in ‘Regina’ cherries grown under plastic covers, improving fruit quality and yield even when natural pollination conditions are not optimal.
16 Oct 2025
Catalonia starts the release of Ganaspis kimorum, a parasitoid used for the biological control of Drosophila suzukii. The goal is to reduce pesticide use in cherry, strawberry and berry crops, supporting a more sustainable and environmentally friendly fruit production system.
