As almond orchards gear up for bloom, BASF Tech Service Representative Jessica Samler underscores the critical importance of proper irrigation and disease management during this crucial phase. Samler emphasizes, “Proper…
Asian Citrus Psyllid Discovery Opens Additional Research Opportunities
A failed field test has revealed a significant discovery about the Asian citrus psyllid, the vector of Huanglongbing (HLB). Research indicates that the bacteria causing citrus greening can disrupt the…
Almond Matters: Getting Ready for the Growing Season
…can be an effective strategy to stay on top of weed issues. Additionally, Burkdoll suggested incorporating copper sprays as a preventative measure against fungal diseases, especially for orchards with a…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 01-08-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes how collaboration within the industry is helping to fight disease in vineyards and…
Navigating Weather Challenges in Almond Orchards: Insights from BASF
…winter transitioning into spring, which can decrease pollination and increase disease pressure. Cold weather, while extending the bloom, becomes problematic if hard frost events occur, leading to blossom loss and…
NIFA Grants to Help UCR Develop New Options to Combat HLB
The University of California, Riverside has secured over $11 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for three research projects addressing the citrus disease Huanglongbing (HLB). Grants…
Citrus Yellow Vein Clearing Virus Found in Los Angeles County
…discovered in Tulare County in March 2022. CDFA is surveying residential properties within a one-mile radius of the Los Angeles County discovery to fully understand the extent of the disease’s…
Almond Matters: Maximizing Orchard Health During Dormancy
…and zinc together; copper fungicide as well for disease control,” Burkdoll noted. “So, it’s kind of a cocktail of products that you’re putting on and I’m definitely a proponent of…
Week in Review: First Water Allocations Announced & New Leadership at California Farm Bureau
…County, as its new president. The California Department of Food and Agriculture has confirmed the presence of Huanglongbing in five trees in San Diego County. It is expected to be…
Five HLB-Positive Trees Detected in San Diego County
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has confirmed the presence of Huanglongbing (HLB) in five trees in San Diego County. The HLB-positive trees were found in a residential…
Almond Matters: Getting Ahead of Weeds with Preemergents
…by a burndown material. If the coming winter brings a similar amount of rainstorms, growers will be best served if they make their preparations early. Weed, pest, and disease issues…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 11-14-23
…disease this year and details on Wednesday’s State of the Basin Workshop in Tulare. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 11-10-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes a discussion with a representative from BASF on pest and disease issues in…
A ‘Wild Ride’ for Almond Growers Dealing with Pest and Disease Challenges
…pests attacking almond crops. The situation caught many by surprise, setting the tone for a season filled with hurdles. Bloom diseases such as jacket rot and monilinia were heavy this…