…four Fusarium-resistant strawberry varieties, pest management in almond orchards may be more challenging this season, and DWR conducting the fifth snow survey of the year. Tune in to the show…
VofV: CDFA Undersecretary Christine Birdsong Talks Sustainable Pest Management Solutions
…role and initiatives to support California agriculture on key points like sustainable pest management, water (whether drought or flood), supply chain difficulties and an aging workforce. This episode of the…
A Dozen More Sustainability Plans Approved by DWR
…Groundwater Management Paul Gosselin said in a news release. “Since the plans in these 12 basins were adopted in 2022, the local agencies immediately began implementation and embraced groundwater sustainability….
Rice Planting Gets Late Start with Wet Spring
…weed management. In some cases, the tough drought years might also ultimately provide some benefits for growers this season. “Weed management I think this year will be better, given the…
Agronomic Minute: Keeping Botrytis Outbreaks in Check
…and it offers effective control. It has a unique mode of action that becomes a really important resistance management tool for tough diseases in grapes. It is the only product…
Week in Review: Red Scale Season Late This Year & Basin Impacts of Storms
…to be tenuous. California’s wet water year could have some sizable implications when it comes to groundwater levels. The California Department of Pesticide Regulation confirmed that pesticide use in the…
Full Allocations for California Water Projects
…State Water Project (SWP) deliveries. Additionally, the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation is increasing water supply allocations for Central Valley Project (CVP) contractors. “Water supply conditions and careful management of reservoir…
Almond Matters: Tough Year for Disease Pressure
…to disease development,” said Burkdoll. Taking an integrated approach to addressing disease pressure is the recommended course of action. Burkdoll explained that there are no silver bullets with disease management…
Agronomic Minute: Protecting Crops from Spider Mites
…imperative for effective management. Slowing down during the application process helps to ensure adequate coverage. There are several materials available that can be applied in an integrated pest management system….
California Red Scale Populations Starting Slow This Season
California red scale management approaches could be significantly different for citrus growers this year. The cold and wet winter has had a notable impact on pest populations. Area Citrus IPM…
IPM Technical Assistance Projects Receive $1.1 Million in Support
…farmers and ranchers adopt integrated pest management (IPM) practices. The investments are in line with the overall goals laid out in the Accelerating Sustainable Pest Management: A Roadmap for California…
DPR Confirms Another Reduction in Pesticide Use in 2021
Data shows that pesticide use in California has once again declined. The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) confirmed the findings in a recent report. DPR’s annual Pesticide Use Report…
Agronomic Minute: Powdery Mildew Control in Vineyards
…so P4,” said Rieser. “The fact that it’s a unique FRAC group means it’s a great tool for resistance management. While simultaneously activating the plant’s natural defense systems, or the…
Almond Matters: Remaining Vigilant with Alternaria Management
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., Alternaria management could prove exceptionally difficult this year. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll said environmental conditions…