…from a small number of bites. This variability makes it difficult for growers to manage labor effectively. Employers cannot always predict how individuals will react, which can complicate decisions about…
California Farming, Water & Pistachios: Inside The Ag Meter Interview
…for solutions. His message is simple: if policymakers don’t understand farming, someone has to show up and explain it. That disconnect is at the heart of many of California’s issues….
Managing Gill’s Mealybug in Pistachios with Timely Applications
…monitoring orchards and targeting known problem areas, growers can stay ahead of infestations and protect both yield and quality. For more information, visit Valent.com/Senstar. Always read and follow label instructions….
California Water Crisis: Can It Be Fixed?
…navigate complex water portfolios year by year. And as she explains, no two years are ever the same. “We sit down and ask: how are we going to get through…
Fire Ant Control Timing Critical for Protecting Almond Yields
…and identifying colonies early are key steps in building an effective control program. For more information on Extinguish® Professional Fire Ant Bait, including application guidelines and product details, visit centralantcontrol.com….
Wine Industry at a Crossroads: Crisis, Comeback & What’s Next
…than the U.S., supported by heavy subsidies. That imbalance has pushed imports to over 42% of wine on U.S. shelves, placing enormous pressure on domestic growers. As discussed in the…
Part 2: Research Highlights Effective Tools for Almond Red Leaf Blotch Control
…Growing Edge segment, Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., says research trials are helping growers better understand how to manage the disease effectively. University and independent trials…
Broadcast Applications Improve Fire Ant Control in Almond Orchards
…and using proven application strategies can make a significant difference in long-term control. For more information about Extinguish® Professional Fire Ant Bait, including application guidelines and label details, visit centralantcontrol.com….
Managing Fire Ants in Almond Orchards with Extinguish® Professional Fire Ant Bait
…collapsing the population. This colony-level control approach helps manage fire ants more effectively than treatments that only target worker ants. Timing is an important factor in achieving strong results. Mays…
Part 1: Almond Red Leaf Blotch Spreading in Central Valley Orchards
…can reduce overwintering inoculum in the orchard. Preventive[MS1] management combined with effective fungicide tools like Quash® Fungicide can help growers protect trees and maintain productivity. For more information, visit Valent.com/Quash….
Axios® 20 SC Fungicide Offers Flexible Disease Control for Almond Growers
…can help growers rotate chemistries and reduce resistance pressure on commonly used fungicide groups. For more information about Axios 20 SC fungicide, visit uplcorp.com/us or contact your local UPL representative….
ReTain® PGR for California Helps Cherry Growers Extend Bloom and Improve Fruit Set
…timing, ReTain can serve as a valuable tool to support fruit set and help cherry growers maximize yield potential. For more information, visit valent.com/ReTainCA. Always read and follow label instructions….
Kern Oil: Rickey Bird on California’s Energy, Community, and the Human Cost
…find employment in Kern County’s shrinking oil industry. Bird shares, “His story is, sadly, all too common here. Many men in our community lose their sense of purpose, their ability…
John Deere Showcases New 25-HP Compact Tractor at World Ag Expo
…Marketing Manager for John Deere’s compact tractor line, introduced the company’s new 1-Series tractor, a 25-horsepower machine built for comfort, flexibility, and efficiency. The updated model features a heated and…


















