WSU Tree Fruit Research & Extension Center

WA 2: first WSU apple variety

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Phase 5 Commercialization

Phase 4 Evaluation to Phase 5 is ‘Commercialization’ step for new apple varieties

  • Limited to Phase 4 participating growers
  • Evaluation contracts are converted to non-exclusive Commercial License
  • Certified virus free wood is required
  • Stepped royalty, one time payment at time of planting…NO ADDITIONAL PAYMENTS
  • Royalties are based on previous years production or acreage

Note: Absolutely critical to participate as P4 selection evaluator

Stepped Royalty


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