…Pruning is necessary to keep our plants and trees healthy and beautiful, as well as promoting growth for years to come. Failing to prune could lead to big problems and…
Almond Matters: February Means Bloom Time
…in mid-to-late February on almond trees,” Valent U.S.A. Manager of Field Development Pat Clay said. “I don’t believe that this year will be any exception…Really the only thing that would…
Six California Projects that Reduce Pesticide Use
…includes tree monitoring, removal of infected trees, and grower education, such as discouraging planting of ornamental plants that can host buckskin-disease-carrying insects called leafhoppers. Media interested in this project can…
Chill Hours Getting More Complicated
Calculating chill hours for pistachio trees has become more challenging as “normal” seasonal weather is changing. The warmer, wet winter in California may be complicating the issue even more. Many…
In South State, Lingering Drought Worries Farmers
…bleak. … We’ve already been making tough choices, stumping trees.” He said he has eliminated a small percentage of low-producing trees. “The guy beside me has stumped 50 or 60…
USDA Invests in Citrus Greening Research
…of California, Riverside, California, $5,112,000 Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa, $2,476,099 USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Athens, Georgia, $1,821,197 Funded projects include Clemson University researchers using naturally HLB-resistant citrus trees…
Almond Board: Navel Orangeworm Predictor
…is the primary insect pest of almonds in California. It poses a high risk to an almond crop because the worms bore into the nut and feed on the nutmeat….
CRB Researcher Honored with Presidential Award
…is associated with a bacterium spread by the Asian citrus psyllid (ACP). There is no cure for this disease and affected citrus trees produce bitter, green fruit and eventually die…
Almond Matters: Treatment Timing for PTB
…and Sacramento Valley,” he said. “The damage can be severe, particularly on young trees, because it’ll kill a lot of the shoot growth. You will have to prune out a…
Almonds, Walnuts Unite in Northern California
…Day, in conjunction with North Valley Nut Conference, will offer small-group, hands-on discussions and training. The Butte and Glenn County Almond and Walnut Day is January 19 at the Silver…
Long Irrigation Aids Phytophthora in Walnuts
Excessive saturation can aid the spread of phytophthora in walnuts. Growers need to manage irrigation carefully to avoid long sets and over-saturation. At the annual Walnut Trade Show, Cooperative Extension…
Christmas Tree Recycling
…usually accepted, but not artificial trees. Larger trees, six to seven feet, may need to be cut in half depending on the requirements of your garbage hauler. Check with your…
National Candy Cane Day
…been making an appearance on Christmas trees. The first recipe for a straight peppermint candy stick, which was white with colored stripes, was published in 1844. National Candy Cane Day…
Almond Matters: Control Winter Weeds
…upcoming season, especially in young orchards. “The number-one goal there will be reducing competition for those new trees. The weeds are going to compete with the trees for water, nutrients…