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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The main objectives of the programme are to select late-ripening cherry varieties with good size, texture and quality, fruit tolerance to cracking and good shelf life.
05 Feb 2026
A research study from the University of Chile investigates how controlled atmosphere storage improves the shelf life of ‘Bing’ and ‘Lapins’ sweet cherries. Results show significant postharvest quality improvements under cold storage and market simulation conditions.
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