…with conventional wisdom that’s out there,” said Richard Waycott, President and CEO of the Almond Board of California (ABC). “I think the trees were ready for a little bit of…
First Commercial Find of Black Fig Fly Puts Grower’s Season on Hold
…in the proximity of prime fig growing areas of California. “While having one acre of experimental trees out of production for the year – if it comes to that –…
Almond Matters: Heatwave Exacerbating Pest Problems
…dried almost before you get two trees down the row because it’s so hot,” said Burkdoll. Listen to the report below. Sponsored Content Protecting Your Operation from Damaging Fire Ants…
Tips for Removing Deep Rooted Shrubs from the Garden
…start with removing tired and worn plants, shrubs, and trees. To remove shrubs, begin with a pair of loppers to cut away branches and any large roots visible to the…
Almond Update: Grower Incentives to Advance Almond Orchard 2025 Goals
…that are offered through the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District. Villane discussed the Low-Dust Nut Harvester Replacement program, the Agricultural Tractor Replacement program, and the Alternatives to Agricultural…
Crabapples Might be Worth Growing at Home
…a useful and nutritious fruit, crabapple trees are a delight to have around. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Crabapples Might be Worth Growing at Home…
High Priority Areas Identified for NRCS California Drought Assistance
…for the planting of trees, shrubs, and grasses to improve pollinator habitat. Implementing conservation practices to reduce wildfire risk including brush management, fuel breaks, and woody residue treatments also qualify…
Almond Update: Almond Journey Podcast Provides Peer-to-Peer Industry Insight
…winter sanitation in the wintertime and going in and shaking the mummy nuts from the trees,” said Williams. Listen to William’s full interview. You can find the latest episodes by…
Almond Matters: Pre-Hull Split Pest Management
…the trees and it’s a mess,” Burkdoll noted. Growers still have time to get active with applications before the onset of hull split. Burkdoll recommends a tank mix of Zeal…
Keeping The Table Olive Industry Alive Through Mechanization
…developed a tree giveaway to help encourage the wider adoption of mechanization. Trees are being made available for growers willing to plant at what Ferguson describes as moderate densities. “One…
Producers Have Until July 23 to Apply for CRP General
…nation’s working lands.” CRP supports producers and landowners in establishing long-term, resource-conserving plant species. Approved grasses and trees help to improve water quality, control soil erosion, and bolster wildlife habitats….
Almond Matters: Planning for Pre-Hull Split Applications
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, growers will want to be making their plans for pre-hull split applications. Getting timely applications onto trees prior to hull split…
Water Concerns Conveyed to Lieutenant Governor
…stability in water supplies makes potential investment in new trees and vines difficult for farming operations. LeMay said SGMA “is going to have some severe ramifications and force growers to…
Almond Update: Second Flight of NOW Expected to Be Substantial
…these eggs are going to be laid, as soon as that nut splits, those worms are going to be ready to go in. If growers are a little bit late…