…growers in the state, Adobe Creek finished harvesting Bartlett pears last month and is wrapping up harvesting of later varieties such as the Golden Bosc. Owned and operated by Ken…
Follow Along the Almond Harvest Process
A Valent-sponsored project followed a Fresno County almond grower’s harvest from shaking the trees to loaded and ready for the huller. This video, produced by Len Wilcox and David Hillman,…
Packinghouse Field Manager Training for ACP
…to them. Both meetings begin at noon and lunch will be provided. In light of the recent discoveries of Huanglongbing in San Gabriel, and in preparation of the harvest season,…
Almond Board: Post-Harvest Irrigation Reminder
Almond growers are reminded of the importance of post-harvest irrigation in this week’s Almond Update. Sabrina Hill reports. Almond Update for September 10…
Walnut Harvest Looking Good Despite Early Issues
…Issues Cooperative Extension Tree Crop Advisor Katherine Pope says walnut harvest is coming along nicely in the northern part of the state, despite some early issues. Pope says the hot…
Almond Board: Air District Compliance and Harvest Dust
The Almond Board continues its focus on managing dust at harvest. In today’s Almond Update, Sabrina Hill talks with San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District Compliance Manager John Cadrett….
Ending Nitrogen Applications in Walnuts
Walnut harvest, like many other harvests in the state, came early this year and experts say nitrogen applications need to cease come September as growers prepare trees for winter. Ending…
Dairy Farmers Explore Options in Feed Supplies
…Milling in Goshen. “They realize corn prices are usually lowest at the beginning of October, which coincides with harvest,” he said. But Karlin said it’s still early to tell what…
Wildfires Underscore Need for Readiness
…been on pear harvest. The trucks have not been able to get in and out on the fastest highway routes. Added transport costs are having a major impact on pear…
Almond Board: Harvest Sampling
In today’s Almond Update, we hear why harvest sampling is a good idea. Sabrina Hill reports. As harvest continues, it’s time for growers to check for quality of this year’s…
The Western View: He’s a Farmer
Almond harvest I’ve been working on a special project, writing about almond growers and how they make a crop. It’s been a real education. He’s a farmer My son-in-law Brett…
Almond Board: Dust Management Tools Available
In today’s Almond Update, we hear what tools the Almond Board of California has for growers to manage dust during harvest. Sabrina Hill has more. Almond Update for August 6…
Almond Board: Managing Rain During Harvest
There’s a possibility of rain toward the end of almond harvest season, and growers will need to manage things accordingly. Sabrina Hill has more in this week’s Almond Update. Almond…
Conservation Incentives for Working Grass, Range and Pasture Lands
…as cross fencing to support rotational grazing or improving pasture cover to benefit pollinators or other wildlife. Participants may still conduct common grazing practices, produce hay, mow, or harvest for…