…Field Outreach and Education Tom Devol. “We had all these materials we wanted to get out that we normally would distribute at the Almond Conference. So, we did this great…
Last Chance to Register for Flight of the Honeybees Virtual Conference
The 2021 Seeds of Our Future: The Flight of the Honeybees virtual conference is coming up on August 18 and 19. Sponsored by the Western Growers Center for Innovation &…
Plant-Based Sources to Tap into for Vitamin D
…have been fortified. For example, soy and almond milk, tofu, and ready-to-eat cereals, orange juice, etc. Of course, the best source of vitamin D is sunshine. Although the sun isn’t…
Almond Update: Growers Sought for Research to Combat Aflatoxins
…other industries for many years. Its registration on almonds became official in 2017 after several years of evaluations funded by the Almond Board.” Over the last two years, ABC has…
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…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 06-09-21
…but domestic producers face challenges and taking action plans for pre-hull split in almond orchards. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Listen to…
Almond Update: Second Flight of NOW Expected to Be Substantial
It has been an interesting year for navel orangeworm (NOW) pressure in almond orchards. Independent PCA with Valley Ag Consulting Services, Tracy Miller said that trap counts were much higher…
Plant Things That Keep Bees Coming Back for More
How to plant things that will keep bees coming back for more. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Bee Pollinating an Almond Flower Bees are one of our most…
Pesticide Events to Keep an Eye Out For
…state achieve environmental stewardship and agricultural sustainability goals.” Conference details can be found at cdfa.ca.gov/oefi/opca/conference.html Growers should also be remain vigilant for people trespassing on to Central Valley farms during or…
Registration Still Open for WAPA Annual Meeting in Monterey
…Hotel and Monterey Convention Center. The deadline to register for the conference is Friday, June 3. WAPA President and CEO, Roger Isom said the event will feature a full lineup of speakers…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 05-27-21
…the benefits of off-ground almond harvesting, and a new cost study that’s now available for organic alfalfa hay. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and…
Almond Update: Off-Ground Harvesting Offers A Multitude of Benefits
Industry members are consistently working to implement methods to improve sustainability and environmental stewardship within almond production. Senior Manager of Agricultural Research for the Almond Board of California, Sebastian Saa…
Almond Matters: Still Time to Address Peach Twig Borer and Other Pests
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, growers still have a chance to get ahead of peach twig borer and other harmful pests. With temperatures on the rise…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 05-20-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the importance of grower involvement in the almond industry,…