…can be especially useful when tissue samples indicate a deficiency that needs a more immediate correction. Micronutrient management is another area where foliar sprays can provide an advantage. As Rogers…
Edward Ring: Dredging the Delta Could Unlock Millions of Acre-Feet for California
…dry when pumps are operating. In his view, this is one of the rare opportunities where agricultural, urban, and environmental interests could align. Ring also addressed groundwater recharge. During recent…
Record Pistachio Crop, Global Demand, and California’s Water Reality
…inputs, with minimal pesticide and herbicide use compared to many row crops. That message is landing overseas, helping demand outpace supply and strengthening pricing for growers. Tariffs, Trade, and Nutrient-Dense…
How Sodium Interferes with Potassium Uptake in Tree Crops
…tests often reveal elevated sodium levels in orchards where potassium uptake is lagging. When sodium concentrations are high, they compete directly with potassium in the soil solution. “It’s going to…
Managing Fungicide Resistance in California Almond Orchards
Fungicide resistance is becoming an increasingly important concern for California almond growers as key diseases show reduced sensitivity to commonly used chemistries. In a recent interview, Kendall Johnson, Technical Services…
John Duarte Lays Out a Blueprint for Water Abundance as World Ag Expo Hits Full Swing
…reduce flood risk while allowing reservoirs to retain more water upstream. He pointed to recent flooding threats in communities like Corcoran as proof that current infrastructure is inadequate and outdated….
How 19th-Century Technology Transformed Corn and Wheat Farming
…Turning Point in American Agricultural History The contrast between 1850 and 1890 illustrates a pivotal era in farming history. While land use for corn production remained stable, labor efficiency improved…
Soil and Foliar Strategies to Improve Micronutrient Availability
…be deficient even when soil test levels look adequate. Those nutrient relationships are especially important when it comes to micronutrients. In permanent crops, zinc is often top of mind. Rogers…
World Ag Expo Week Begins as John Duarte Talks Almond Innovation, Water, and California’s Future
…one of the most influential voices in California permanent crops. Duarte discussed groundbreaking almond varieties developed through decades of USDA research, including Yorizane and Par-Perel, which are showing unprecedented yields…
Wolves, Water, and the Fight for California Agriculture
…even after repeated livestock losses. Aiello emphasizes that this is not an anti-wolf argument. Wolves are apex predators—intelligent, social, and highly effective hunters. The problem, he explains, is management. Other…
Maximizing Nitrogen Efficiency in Permanent Crops
…to weather or crop conditions. By combining smaller, well-timed applications with protected nitrogen sources, growers can maximize efficiency and support consistent performance across permanent crops. For more information visit Agroliquid.com….
Richard Kreps Says Pistachios, Water, and Common Sense Must Lead California Forward
…final numbers came in just over 1.5 billion pounds, still the largest harvest in industry history. Strong international marketing efforts in regions like India, Brazil, South Korea, and Europe helped…
California Walnuts Gain Momentum as Robert Verloop Sees a Turning Point for Growers
…in years. India currently imposes a 100 percent tariff on walnuts, severely limiting market access. Verloop said a newly finalized agreement between the U.S. and India could dramatically lower that…
Matching Nutrient Demand Curves Improves Efficiency and Nut Quality
Matching Nutrient Demand Curves: Proper timing is one of the most important factors in building an efficient and effective fertility program for California tree crops. In today’s Agronomic Minute, Dylan…