Mite control will become even more of a priority for growers with temperatures expected to rise in the coming weeks. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Katie Driver explained …
Almond Update: ALP Golf Tournament Supporting FFA Coming Up in May
The Almond Leadership Program’s (ALP) annual golf tournament is coming up at the Dragonfly Golf Course in Madera in May. Funds that are raised through the event all go to …
Almond Matters: Taking Care of Perennial Grasses in Orchards
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., perennial grasses can create a host of problems for growers if left unchecked. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., …
Agronomic Minute: Keeping Tree Nuts Safe from Pest Pressures
Growers will be working to manage pest pressures in tree nuts as springtime continues to unfold. Namely, navel orangeworm (NOW), peach twig borer (PTB), coddling moth, and walnut husk fly …
Almond Update: Deadline Approaches for ABC Board of Directors Election
Elections for the Almond Board of California’s (ABC) Board of Directors for the 2023-2024 crop year are here. ABC Senior Specialist of Industry Communications, Taylor Hillman said there is still …
Almond Matters: Waterlogged Orchards Likely to See Heavy Disease Pressures
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., growers are struggling to work around challenges with waterlogged orchards. Several storm systems over the past several weeks have significantly …
Agronomic Minute: Sensors to Help Fine-Tune Precision Irrigation Systems
Precision irrigation systems continue to advance in both efficiency and efficacy. A component of those approaches is knowing exactly when plants need water and when they do not. Associate Professor …
Almond Update: Grower’s Positive Experience with Groundwater Recharge
In working with the Turlock Irrigation District (TID), grower Eric Spycher’s groundwater recharge efforts are proving successful. He explained the process in a recent episode of the Almond Journey Podcast …
Agronomic Minute: Staying Vigilant Against Alternaria
Keeping active against Alternaria in tree nuts will be important given the current environmental conditions. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Cassie Rieser said the last series of rain …
Almond Matters: Managing Leaffooted Plant Bugs in Orchards
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., leaffooted plant bugs have become even more problematic in recent years. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll …
Almond Update: Staying Efficient with Nitrogen Plans
Growers are preparing to implement their nitrogen plans after a long bloom period this season. Associate Director of Agricultural Research with the Almond Board of California (ABC), Sebastian Saa said …
Almond Matters: Warmer Storms Heighten Disease Risk
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, warmer storms are heading to many parts of California. The storm systems over the past month have occurred during periods of …
Agronomic Minute: Protecting Pistachio Orchards from Disease
Keeping pistachio orchards healthy and safe from disease will be front of mind for growers with bloom around the corner. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Cassie Rieser said …
California Chill Report: Getting Walnuts Through Warmer Winters
Warmer winters have been occurring more frequently in California, impacting dormancy in orchard crops. UC Cooperative Extension Orchard Systems Advisor for Yolo, Solano, and Sacramento counties, Kat Jarvis-Shean said some …