…full tax write-offs on new equipment, propane is quickly becoming a serious option for growers looking to reduce overhead. Cattle health and disease management were also addressed, with insights into…
Managing Fungicide Resistance in California Almond Orchards
…Manager for the Pacific Northwest with UPL, explained why resistance management needs to be a top priority in almond disease control programs. Johnson noted that several major almond diseases, including…
Why California Growers and Agribusinesses Should Look East to the 2026 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo
California growers and agribusiness leaders face no shortage of challenges — water management, labor availability, pest and disease pressure, rising input costs, and the constant need to stay competitive in…
Staying One Step Ahead This Season in Citrus and Almonds
…matters most right now in both citrus and almonds. From keeping orchard floors clean and managing winter weeds to smart frost protection strategies and early disease prevention, this discussion focuses…
Bloom time is a make-or-break factor in almond disease control, and getting it right can protect yield all season long
In this episode of the Agronomic Minute by UPL, we’re joined by Kendall Johnson to break down why bloom is the most critical window for disease prevention in almonds, when…
Drones, Sharpshooter Precision, and Almond Bloom Protection: Technology Takes Over AgNet News Hour
…to millimeter-accurate weed control to bloom-time disease protection in almonds. The message was clear: for California growers facing rising labor costs and tighter margins, innovation isn’t a luxury anymore—it’s survival….
Damian Mason Says California Ag Is Outnumbered, Out Regulated, and Still Unmatched
…growers, including winter orchard floor management and staying ahead of disease threats like Red Leaf Blotch with early fungicide timing. 🎙️ AgNet News Hour – AgNet West 🌐 Website: agnetwest.com…
George Zhuang on Raisins, Innovation, and Fresno Grapes
…hear updates on varieties, rootstocks, and pest and disease management—topics made even more relevant after recent storm-damaged harvests. Industry Collaboration and a Shared Mission Zhuang credits much of his success…
California Agriculture & High-Speed Rail: Elaine Culotti on AgNet News Hour
…modern farming equipment. Improve post-harvest soil health using humates to conserve water and nutrients. Protect crops with fungicides like Marivon to ensure resilience against frost and disease. Address labor shortages…
Todd Burkdoll of Valent USA on Coverage, Technology, and the Future of California Agriculture
…Slower travel speeds allow spray droplets to move deeper into the canopy, distribute more uniformly, and provide better pest and disease control. Whether the goal is prevention or knockdown, better…
AgroLiquid’s Abe Isaak on Citrus Nutrition, Frost Protection, and Boosting Brix Levels in California Citrus
…damage affecting fruit appearance A greater focus on juice markets rather than fresh fruit Severe pressure from citrus greening disease Lighter, sandier soils In contrast, many California citrus regions—especially near…
AgNet News Hour: Midweek Agriculture Insights & Industry Headlines
…disease-resistant crops, and tools to combat threats like citrus greening. Nick reminded listeners that farmers are among the country’s top environmental stewards—despite often being misunderstood. Efficiency Across Livestock & Dairy…
Solinftec’s Taylor Wetli Talks Solar Robotics and the Future of Smart Farming
…for weeds and disease. “It’s like having an agronomist in the field 24/7,” Wetli said. “The robot never stops learning and helping farmers make better decisions.” Papagni pointed out the…
Trump, Trade & U.S. Beef: Kevin Kester on Cattle Markets
…football games.” Still, he offers an informed, steady perspective. If the industry avoids catastrophic disruptions—foreign animal disease outbreaks, geopolitical shocks, or “anything out of the ordinary”—he expects: Strong markets in…