…attendees who register can earn 3.5 continuing education units. There will be separate breakout sessions for almond, pistachio, and walnut growers, so you won’t need to sit through discussions that…
Monitoring Key to Leaf Footed Bug Management
Courtesy: UCANR Sampling for leaf footed bug in almond orchards remains the key to successful management as populations need to be treated pretty quickly. Monitoring Key to Management Cooperative Extension…
Latino Farmers Conference Offers Templates for Success, Exceeds Expectations
…Danzantes de Aztlan from Fresno State University. The dancers were followed by a brief address from Assembly Member Luis Alejo who discussed ground water and labor issues. Five 90-minute workshops…
CDFA Awards Nearly $2 Million for Six Nitrogen Projects
…approved for funding by CDFA’s Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board: Quantifying Nitrous Oxide Emissions under Different On-Farm Irrigation and Nutrient Best Management Practices that Reduce Groundwater Nitrate Loading and Applied Water…
Managing Leaf Footed Bug in Winter
…is on the tree, there will be huge aggregations on that fruit on the tree. If it’s knocked on the ground, they’ll still aggregate on that fruit on the ground.”…
Almond Board of California: CEUs at 2015 Almond Conference
The Almond Board of California is setting the final plans for this year’s Almond Conference. This year’s Almond Conference will feature more educational sessions than ever before. Senior Specialist, Industry…
Wet Weather Considerations for New Orchards
Challenges for California almond growers with a possible wet winter are a little different when establishing new orchards. Considerations for New Orchards A recent post to The Almond Doctor blog…
Industry Leaders Back Recharge Project
…excited to explore the potential of California’s one million acres of almond orchards to recharge Central Valley groundwater. Learn more about the project and the Almond Board of California’s involvement….
The California Kitchen: Roasted Pumpkin White Bean Turkey Chili
…1 Jalapeno diced Small ½ Spanish onion Julienned 1 Cup Roasted Pumpkin Chunks 1 Cup Roasted Tomatoes 8 oz. Turkey Ground 1 Cup Kings River Winery Red Wine 1 Can…
Map Identifies Farmland with Greatest Potential for Groundwater Recharge
…or groundwater contamination. “A lot of growers are interested in learning how they can help improve the groundwater situation in California,” O’Geen said. “The index provides details on the groundwater-recharge…
Rain Brings Safety Concerns for Orchards
The Almond Doctor blog recently addressed possible safety concerns if El Nino brings some overly wet weather. Considerations for Established Orchards UC Davis Pomology Nut Crop Advisor and contributing author…
National Co-op Month: A Reminder of the Cooperative Nature of Food and Agriculture
Cooperatives are at the very heart of agriculture. Cooperative systems emerge at all levels of production and extend through many facets, from harvesting to marketing. Co-ops can be complex operations…
Almond Leadership Program from the Almond Board
The Almond Board is now accepting applications for its annual Almond Leadership Program. Almond Board Manager of Industry Relations, Jenny Nicalou, tells us more about the program. Almond Update –…
The California Kitchen: Chicken Liver Pate with YST Fig Jelly
…Olive Oil 8oz. Chicken Livers 2oz. Spanish Onions 2 T Brandy ½ Cup Cream Ground Dry Cilantro T Chili Flakes fig Jelly Bread Sliced To get the cooking directions, listen…