…Rogers explained that fertility decisions made this season directly impact next year’s crop. Permanent crops such as almonds, pistachios, and other tree nuts begin determining future bud development well before…
Missouri’s Early Agricultural Roots: River Commerce and Opportunity
…Tennessee. These migrants brought experience, capital, and ambition. They envisioned building commercial agricultural enterprises that would take full advantage of the region’s fertile soils and river access. Commercial Agriculture and…
Understanding Soil Tests: pH, CEC, and Base Saturation in Permanent Crops
…Conversely, low potassium base saturation—such as one percent—could signal the need for fall potassium applications to rebuild soil reserves. Elevated sodium levels may also require corrective measures like gypsum or…
Using Tissue and Soil Data to Build Next Season’s Fertility Plan
…soil can interfere with zinc uptake, while sodium issues may impact potassium availability. By recognizing these interactions, growers can make targeted adjustments instead of simply increasing fertilizer rates. Fall soil…
Edward Ring Says Energy Abundance Could Transform California’s Water and Agriculture Future
…California produces some of the cleanest oil in the world yet continues to import crude and refined fuel from overseas, outsourcing environmental impact rather than solving it. The broader issue,…
Fertigation vs. Foliar Sprays: Choosing the Right Nutrition Strategy
…fertigation for steady, season-long nutrition and supplementing with foliar applications when needed, growers can build a flexible and cost-efficient fertility program. For more information on nutrient delivery strategies, visit AgroLiquid.com….
Edward Ring: Dredging the Delta Could Unlock Millions of Acre-Feet for California
…has options — if leaders are willing to act. Part two of the interview, focusing on energy policy, airs Friday. 🎙️ AgNet News Hour – AgNet West 🌐 Website: agnetwest.com…
How Sodium Interferes with Potassium Uptake in Tree Crops
…By understanding how sodium competes with potassium, growers can make better-informed decisions that support stronger uptake and improved crop outcomes. For more information on soil and fertility strategies, visit AgroLiquid.com….
Managing Fungicide Resistance in California Almond Orchards
…a new fungicide from UPL powered by KINOPROL® active. Axios 20SC is classified as FRAC Group 52, a novel mode of action not previously used in almonds and the only…
Soil and Foliar Strategies to Improve Micronutrient Availability
…AgroLiquid, discussed how growers can use soil and foliar strategies to better unlock micronutrients and improve uptake efficiency. Rogers emphasized that everything starts with data. “The most important thing…is compiling…
Zone-Based Nutrition Helps Tree Crop Growers Fine-Tune Fertility Programs
…Sales Account Manager for AgroLiquid, discussed how fertigation programs can be optimized by irrigation block to better match orchard variability. Rogers explained that while variable-rate fertilizer applications are often discussed…
Making Smart Fertility Adjustments Without Losing Sight of the Long Term
…addressing those barriers can lead to better results than increasing application rates alone. While adjustments are important, Rogers cautioned against making drastic changes based on short-term challenges. Fertility programs should…
Spring Fertigation Strategies to Improve Efficiency in Tree Crops
…Account Manager for AgroLiquid, shared practical guidance on how spring fertigation can be managed more efficiently as trees move into active growth. Rogers explained that once trees leaf out and…
Rick Roberti Warns California’s Wolf Crisis Is Devastating the Cattle Industry
…from Yellowstone wolves introduced decades ago. Once a single wolf crossed into California roughly a dozen years ago, the state quickly listed wolves under its own Endangered Species Act, creating…