In today’s Almond Update, UC Davis professor and pomologist Ken Shackel discusses irrigating almonds during water restrictions. Sabrina Hill has the update. Almond Update: Ken Shackle…
The California Kitchen: Bacon Wrapped Asparagus with Chili Prawn
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing California bacon wrapped asparagus with chili prawn with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: Thick Cut Bacon Ground…
The Western View: We’re Not The Bad Guys
…to stop all exports, like wine, or cars? The amount of water used is another reason to target almonds; people in the cities think Ag in general, and almonds in…
Ant Treatment Option Could Be Phased Out
Ant control on almond orchard floors can be a tough decision between cost-effective treatment or needing to treat at all. A change could be coming that complicates the decision even…
Many Drip Lines Not Properly Flushed
…how high off the ground it is being held. Green says it’s always beneficial to catch the water you are flushing to monitor for sand content and see when the…
The California Kitchen: Carrot Cake
…Cup White Sugar 2 t Vanilla Extract 2 Cup AP Flour 2 t Baking Soda 2 t Baking Powder 1/2 Salt 2 t Ground Cinnamon 3 Cup Grated Carrots 2…
California State Board of Food and Agriculture to Discuss Agricultural Trade and Workforce Immigration Issues in San Diego
…Invited speakers for the April 1st agenda include: Ambassador Darci Vetter, Chief Agricultural Negotiator for Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (via teleconference); representatives from the Almond Board of California,…
CDFA Video: Secretary Ross Meets Sammy Soil
The theme of California Ag Day at the State Capitol last week was “Breaking New Ground,” with soil health a key focal point. During the event, CDFA Secretary Karen Ross…
Agri View: Boiled Peanuts
Everett Griner talks about a Southern tradition is gaining ground in today’s Agri View. Boiled Peanuts…
Almond Board: April Leaf Sampling for Nitrogen
In today’s Almond Update, Dr. Patrick Brown discusses the importance of leaf sampling in early spring for nitrogen. Sabrina Hill has more. Almond Update – April Leaf Sampling Go to…
Determining Ant Species Before Treating
…treatments. Determining Ant Species Because almonds are on the ground for a short period of time on average, growers need to determine if they need to treat the orchard floor…
Sometimes Best Advice Comes from Records
…keep detailed field records can be a lifesaver in the future. At a recent almond meeting, Cooperative Extension Field Advisor Emily Symmes says they are there to help growers, but…
Almond Board: Bees and Pest Management
In today’s Almond Update, Rebecca Bailey tells us about upcoming workshops on bees and pest management. Almond Update for March 19…
Navel Orangeworm Management Based on Location
…Extension Farm Advisor Emily Symmes says almond growers need to be aware of different challenges they will face depending on where their orchards are located. Weather and neighboring crops can…