…The Almond Conference back in December. Machado noted that damage from the pest has been on an upward trend. “It started to become a significant proportion of the damage,…
CDFA Accepting Applications for Healthy Soils Program
…February 9. Grants are intended to increase the adoption of conservation management practices supporting soil health, carbon sequestration, and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. “With tremendous thanks to our Governor and…
Ten More Groundwater Sustainability Plans Approved by DWR
Groundwater sustainability plans for high and medium-priority groundwater basins have received determinations from the Department of Water Resources (DWR). The final round of reviews required by the Sustainable Groundwater Management…
Almond Update: Navel Orangeworm Challenges Took a Toll in 2023
The almond industry endured a tough year for navel orangeworm challenges in 2023 for a variety of reasons. During The Almond Conference, UC Cooperative Extension Entomology and Pest Management Advisor,…
Almond Matters: Getting Ready for the Growing Season
…Burkdoll emphasized the importance of orchard preparations and weed management. “If guys didn’t get an herbicide on in the fall – November and December – right now is a really…
Almond Matters: Orchard Preparations for Almond Bloom
…started will help growers stay in front of potential pest problems later on. Early season diligence with appropriate applications can be the most valuable approach for pest management. The moisture…
Valley Farmers Encouraged to Apply for Conservation Assistance
…Reclamation and NRCS, aims to support conservation practices for soil moisture management, improved irrigation efficiency, and water resource conservation. Over $2.3 million is available for three new projects in California….
Week in Review: New Beetle Makes Winter Sanitation Critical & Snow Levels A Quarter of Last Year
The discovery of the invasive pest Carpophilus truncatus underscores the need for proper and thorough winter sanitation in nut orchards. Snow levels appear to be a fraction of what they…
Almond Update: 2024 Nutrient Summit Coming Up January 10
…from industry experts about almond nutrient management,” said Sebastian Saa, ABC Associate Director of Agricultural Research. “Nutrient management is a very important topic for our industry, especially during these challenging…
Carpophilus Beetle Discoveries Emphasize Importance of Winter Sanitation
…the discovery of the invasive pest Carpophilus truncatus. The beetle, first discovered in Australia ten years ago, was identified in an almond orchard in Merced County in September 2023. The…
Citrus Yellow Vein Clearing Virus Found in Los Angeles County
…a routine multi-pest survey conducted by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). The finding marks the second area in California where the virus has been detected, after being…
Artificial Intelligence Holds Potential for Farmers, But Challenges Remain
…with the implementation of AI, such as asset management, deployment, resources, and optimization. “The holy grail of automation is harvest,” said Trice, as it is one of the most demanding…
Week in Review: Grower Perspective on Pest Management & Navigating New Challenges with Neonics
In a recent discussion on pest management challenges, Eric Morgan, VP of Environmental Science and Resources at Braga Fresh, shed light on the evolving landscape of crop protection strategies. A…
Shifting Strategies: A Grower’s Perspective on Pest Management Challenges
In a recent discussion on pest management challenges, Eric Morgan, VP of Environmental Science and Resources at Braga Fresh, shed light on the evolving landscape of crop protection strategies. Morgan…