…done now. We would like to do it relatively early in the season because it affords one more site visit for China to tour a packing facility,” he said. “We’d…
The Western View: The Hidden Treasure of Barstow
…to find out what a place is all about. I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western View from AgNet West and Citrus Industry Magazine. Visit us on the web at www.citrusindustry.net….
Saving Kitchen Scraps for the Spring Garden
…bits, or pulverized and added to the soil. The garden loves citrus rinds (organs, mandarins or clementines) and the rinds are a good distraction for slugs. Shells are great for…
Researching Additional Scouting Strategies for ACP
Several research projects continue at UC Riverside, evaluating different strategies for better detection of Asian citrus psyllid (ACP). One of the Assistant Cooperative Extension Specialists, Monique Rivera is looking into…
Growing Your Own Garlic
…4 months. A great place is a low humidity pantry, or a cool, dark place in your pantry. You can continue the growing cycle each season to make sure you…
Reaction to First 2019 CVP Water Allocation
…annual allocation announcements made by the Federal Bureau of Reclamation. With the bountiful precipitation season Mother Nature has provided thus far, the expectation was we should see a very strong…
CVP Receives Initial Water Supply Allocation
…for Friant Division contractors is being based on “uncontrolled season” conditions, allowing for a 100 percent allocation for Class 1. “Though we’ve had a great start to 2019, our experience…
Planted Cotton Acreage Expected to Increase
The National Cotton Council (NCC) is expecting an increase in planted cotton acreage as indicated by the 38th Annual Early Season Planting Intentions Survey. Producers intend to plant more than…
Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus Overcoming Resistant Genes
…where actually the vast majority now is Sw5 in both fresh market and processing tomatoes,” said Turini. Research will continue through this season, with testing alternative varieties for resistance capabilities…
How to Water and Feed Your Orchids
…(maybe 1/4 strength), of balanced fertilizer throughout the flowering season. This helps to promote strong growth and flowers. Be careful not to fertilize a dry plant, as this can cause…
Black Flowers Add Mystery to Your Garden
…to two feet tall and bloom at midsummer for a spectacular contrast to the season of sunlight and short nights. Queen of the Night Tulips — Soft, maroon-black traditional tulips with…
Western View: The Moon Trees
…page. I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western View from AgNet West and Citrus Industry Magazine. Visit us on the web at citrusindustry.net. Western View: The Moon Trees About the Author…
Central Valley Citrus Growers Manage through Mid-Season Freeze
Temperatures once again fell below freezing across the Central Valley citrus belt last night with overnight lows around 28 in the coldest areas. Growers report running wind machines in order…
Growing Your Own Potatoes
…fall. Early season potatoes reach maturity within 75 to 90 days. Some of the most well-known varieties in this category are Yukon Gold or Norland. Late Season, or “main crop”…