A 2-year project looking into natural defenses for the Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) was conducted partly overseas, and experts say that was an important part of the trial.
Reducing Chemical Use, Keeping Efficacy
Research at a recent seminar showed organic and conventional growers the benefits of rotating treatments and having a true integrated pest management system.
Psyllid Surveying Leads to HLB Detection
A second case of the citrus disease called huanglongbing (HLB) was confirmed in California on July 10, and routine psyllid surveying led to the detection.
Nitrogen Management Training for Growers
Some nitrogen management training and certification will become available for growers in the fall.
Huanglongbing Detected in Los Angeles County
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) have confirmed detection of the citrus disease known as huanglongbing (HLB), or citrus greening. …
Stamps Celebrating Summer Harvest Season
U.S. Postal Service is issuing ‘Summer Harvest Forever’ stamps.
Possible Change in Walnut Scale Management
The documented connection between walnut scale and botryosphaeria means growers might want to treat scale populations more aggressively.
Pests Causing Plum Tree Damage
Advisors are seeing some severe damage to plum trees in northern California and a four-legged pest is the culprit.
Agri View: Another Cup
Everett Griner talks about more coffee being okay in today’s Agri View. Another Cup
Invisible ‘Barcode’ Helping Traceability
Some technology in the agriculture industry is looking at an old problem in the food supply chain. Food safety and traceability has always been a heavily debated topic, but as …
Breeders Constantly Looking for ‘Next’ Potato
The potato industry is changing and breeders are constantly looking for the next big marketable product. Breeders see California’s growing season as an important part of their product testing.
Syndrome Causing Olive Tree Damage Overseas
A bacteria in Italy is causing some problems in olive orchards, but the subspecies strain has yet to be seen in the United States.
Agri View: Specialty Crops
Everett Griner talks about the USDA funding Specialty Crops in today’s Agri View. Specialty Crops
Almond Board: New Regulations for Growers Using Chlorpyrifos
In today’s Almond Update, we hear about new regulations for California growers of any crop who use chlorpyrifos. Sabrina Hill has more.