…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…
California Walnuts Poised for Growth as Global Markets Align
…record, with excellent size and quality, ensuring ample supply for both domestic and international customers. Today, about 65% of California walnuts are exported, reinforcing the crop’s global importance. One of…
Wolves, Water, and the Fight for California Agriculture
…crops, and rangelands pull CO₂ from the air through photosynthesis. “No industry fights climate change like agriculture,” Aiello says. He urges farmers to own that truth—and say it out loud….
Maximizing Nitrogen Efficiency in Permanent Crops
Nitrogen management remains one of the biggest challenges—and opportunities—for California growers managing permanent crops. In today’s Agronomic Minute, Dylan Rogers, Sales Account Manager for AgroLiquid, shared practical strategies to help…
Richard Kreps Says Pistachios, Water, and Common Sense Must Lead California Forward
…healthy food, barriers tend to fall. “Nutrition matters,” he said, adding that California’s permanent crops offer something few regions can match. The conversation quickly turned to water, where Kreps was…
Michigan Agriculture: A National Leader in Diversity, Cherries, and Innovation
…consumers may recognize some of Michigan’s most famous crops, many of its products remain lesser known despite their national importance. This diversity is made possible by Michigan’s unique geography, access…
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…
Jeff Aiello Says California’s Wolf and Water Crises Are Symptoms of Broken Environmental Policy
…have to eat.” He reminded listeners that agriculture is the world’s largest carbon-removal industry, pulling CO₂ from the atmosphere every day through crops and orchards. Papagni and McGill praised Aiello…
Early Innovations That Transformed American Agriculture
…with the patenting of a practical mowing machine. This invention dramatically reduced the labor required to harvest hay and forage crops, further increasing efficiency and allowing farmers to manage larger…
Zone-Based Nutrition Helps Tree Crop Growers Fine-Tune Fertility Programs
As California growers look for ways to improve efficiency and manage input costs, zone-based nutrition is becoming an increasingly valuable tool in permanent crops. In today’s Agronomic Minute, Dylan Rogers,…
Making Smart Fertility Adjustments Without Losing Sight of the Long Term
Adjusting fertility programs is a normal part of managing California tree crops—but knowing when to make changes and when to stay steady can make a big difference in long-term production….
Post-Bloom Nutrition: Setting Today’s Crop and Preparing for Next Year
Post-Bloom Nutrition: As California tree crops move out of bloom and into early fruit development, nutrition strategies shift toward supporting crop set, nut fill, and long-term orchard health. In a…
Spring Fertigation Strategies to Improve Efficiency in Tree Crops
…needed. Weather events are another key consideration during spring fertigation. If significant rainfall is forecast, Rogers advised adjusting fertilizer timing and rates. In some cases, skipping an application or splitting…
Rick Roberti Warns California’s Wolf Crisis Is Devastating the Cattle Industry
…fall calving that produces premium-timed animals for the market. But he warned that without policy changes, those advantages won’t be enough. Papagni and McGill stressed that this issue goes beyond…