…focus will be centered on irrigation schedules and available water supplies. “In general, those getting water from the federal and the state systems are working with reduced allocations this year,”…
Rice Weeds Growers Need to Look For in 2020
…that if somebody had some irrigation connected or was taking equipment or boats back and forth to the river it could spread. So, that’s why we just want everyone to…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 04-24-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering how later irrigation could improve walnut health, and get…
Working Together: Later Irrigation Could Improve Walnut Health, Save Water
Irrigation research funded by the California Walnut Board is showing that growers may be watering trees too early in the season. UC Davis researcher Ken Shackel said several of his…
Almond Update: ‘In The Orchard’ Workshop Still Happening, Virtually
…Tom Devol said they are moving forward with their ‘In The Orchard’ series, now in virtual form. Devol said the webinar will have essential information on irrigation, yields, pressure bombs,…
Critical Timing for Vine Mealybug Management
…drip irrigation at this point in the season will allow the material to be carried through the xylem system of the plant to the areas that may be supporting mealybug…
California Strawberry Production Stays on Track
…has already made great strides in reducing their water use over the years. “The great news about strawberries is they do use drip irrigation; they’ve been using that for decades. …
Samples Needed to Help ‘Stop the Rot’ Project
…Wilson will be working on irrigation trials. All four California collaborators will be conducting Extension and outreach throughout the four-year project. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News…
Tracking the Impact Water Regulations Have on Agricultural Land Values
…up having to be fallowed is mitigated by this aggressive move towards voluntary agreements.” As water rules come into shape, Fumasi highlighted the concern that it will make irrigation districts…
Long-term Control Vital for Fluvellin Management
…it left room for fluvellin to replace it as the most problematic weed for growers. “That early application left the clean, warm beds with irrigation near harvest for fluvellin just…
Almond Matters: Getting Started on Fertility Management
…turning on their irrigation systems,” said Pat Clay Manager of Field Development for Valent USA. “After you get leaf out and start that water you want to consider doing nitrogen…
IPM Achievement Award Winners Announced
…education about improving water circulation and promoting better irrigation practices in the community as a means of vector management. WVMVCD’s efforts have resulted in significantly fewer pesticide applications, and it…
Cover Cropping in Almond Orchards Shows Promise
…“The most noticeable benefits have been in terms of an increase in infiltration of rainfall and irrigation water, winter weed control and decreasing compaction and increases in yields,” Amélie Gaudin,…
Using Lagoon Water in SDI Systems for Forage Crops
There are multiple incentive programs for dairy farmers interested in using wastewater to irrigate forage crops with subsurface drip irrigation (SDI). Agronomic Relationship Manager for Netafim USA, Domonic Rossini noted…