…Land of Ours. For the most part, autumn is a time for harvesting. However, early autumn as in around September is also a time to get plenty of cold-hardy crops…
Nuts for Calories!
…than the label, according to Baer. Baer and his colleagues also looked at almonds, and here, too, found the trend continued. Almonds were found to have 32 percent fewer calories…
Right Time to Plant for Summer Veggies
…when that last threat of potentially damaging chilly temps are behind us, you can plant these veggies directly in the ground, as well as beans and sweet potatoes. For summertime…
Almond Update: Nitrogen Budgeting May Need Adjustments
Nitrogen budgeting plans may need to be adjusted after the variable weather during bloom. Almond Board of California’s Gabrielle Ludwig said estimating yield is difficult in itself anyway, and this…
Almond Matters: California Ag Day Highlights Sustainability
…industry, with half of all almond processors employing solar energy in their facilities. Millions of dollars have been invested in research aimed at further improving the productivity of the almond…
Starting Your Year Round Garden
…roughly six to ten weeks before the last frost. Also before the last frost get these root veggies in the ground: onions, carrots, beets, potatoes and radishes. I’m Cathy Isom……
Roof Rat Damage Causing Concern for Growers
…years. Because the rodents have been burrowing and nesting in the ground, that will be one of best means of identification. Holes made by roof rats are usually three to…
Manage Almonds to Full Potential, Despite Freeze Damage
Determining exactly what freeze damage the almond industry will see from frigid temperatures during bloom won’t be possible until the end of the season, if at all. Yara’s Director of…
Almond Update: Monitor for Irrigation Timing
…The Almond Board of California has an irrigation calculator growers can use and there are upcoming workshops for producers. Head to Almonds.com for more information. About the Author Taylor Hillman…
Almond Matters: Foliar Disease Protection
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the most effective means for foliar disease protection relies on careful monitoring combined with a management plan that alternates products to…
UCR Researchers Receive Grant to Improve Pollinator Health
Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research award will identify best management practices to protect bees UCR researchers conducting a field study on pollinator health at an almond field in California’s…
Celebrating National Meatball Day
…on your spaghetti, on sandwiches, or as an appetizer, they are a great addition to any meal or party food. Meatballs can be made of ground beef, italian sausage, ground…
Almond Update: NOW Mating Disruption a Viable Option
…the end. Listen to Haviland’s interview. From the UC IPM Guidelines Website: Mating disruption is a relatively new technique for managing navel orangeworm in almonds. As a supplemental management tool,…
Almond Matters: California Weather Increasing Importance of Fungicides
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the recent rainfall throughout the state has increased the importance of fungicides and preventative measures. The wet weather in late February,…