Growers keeping track of what winter temperatures have been doing in their orchards have a couple of different options. UC Cooperative Extension Orchard Systems Advisor for Yolo, Solano, and Sacramento …
California Chill Report: Progress Thus Far This Season
Chill hours are a primary factor in determining how well plants will emerge from dormancy – impacting bud break for both blooms and leaves. Delayed emergence can create management issues …
Almond Update: Industry Challenges Offer ‘Opportunity to Grow and to Innovate’
The state of the industry presentation during the 2022 Almond Conference carried a lot of optimism for the future. There were more than 4,000 registrants for this year’s three-day event …
Almond Matters: Fleabane and Marestail Management
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, fleabane and Marestail are likely to be germinating in orchards after the recent rains. Growers that were able to get a …
Almond Update: 2022 Almond Conference Less Than a Week Away
The 2022 Almond Conference is coming up December 6-8 at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento. Sessions will once again be taking place on the first day of …
Agronomic Minute: Keeping Walnut Blight Top of Mind
Growers that have been dealing with walnut blight will want to make sure and be proactive with their preventative measures. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Katie Driver said …
Almond Update: Seeds for Bees Doubles Participation from Last Year
Participation in the Seeds for Bees program has grown substantially since the last cropping year. The program provides free cover crop seeds for producers, as well as technical assistance. Chief …
Agronomic Minute: Potential of On-Farm Groundwater Recharge
Drought conditions and the implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) are putting a squeeze on California growers. Principal Analyst with the Almond Board of California, Jesse Roseman said …
Almond Update: Educational Sessions at TAC to Highlight Important Industry Topics
Educational sessions at The Almond Conference (TAC) will focus on a range of issues that are impacting growers. TAC will be taking place in Sacramento, December 6-8 at the SAFE …
Almond Matters: Protecting Against Overwintering Pests
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, dormancy provides an opportunity to protect orchards against overwintering pests. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll said that …
Agronomic Minute: Prepping Almond Orchards for Winter
California growers are working to get their almond orchards ready for dormancy. Second-generation almond grower Christine Gemperle said there is a lot to do in the fall in preparing for …
Almond Update: Fertigation and Irrigation Sessions at Almond Conference
Educational sessions at the upcoming Almond Conference will cover a variety of industry topics including fertigation and irrigation. The event will be taking place December 6-8 at the SAFE Credit …
Almond Matters: Managing Weeds with Preemergent Program
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, implementing a strong preemergent program now will help growers to better manage weed issues later in the season. Field Market Development …
Agronomic Minute: ‘Wild Ride’ for Grape Growers in 2022
California grape growers faced a variety of challenges in 2022. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Katie Driver described the year as being a “wild ride” for agriculture. A …