…at different stages of growth to optimize yields and quality. Almond trees need nitrogen to form proteins, which in turn form protein-dense nuts. Research has shown that almonds can achieve…
Getting Garden Ready
…dormancy, slowly remove protective mulches. Beware of removing mulches too soon since hard freezes are still possible. Transplant roses, shrubs and ornamental trees before the leaf buds open. Walking on…
National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day
…later be called Peter Pan. Learn more Peanut Butter history. Peanut Butter Facts: One acre of peanuts will make 30,000 peanut butter sandwiches. Two former U.S. Presidents were peanut farmers:…
Calif. Citrus Growers Turn to Florida and Texas for Huanglongbing Help
…best and only defense against huanglongbing. But will it be enough to save the California citrus industry? In Texas, growers are rapidly removing infected trees. In Florida, citrus growers have…
Asian Wasps Could Help Stink Bug Control
…late summer on walls and trees, and then seek refuge in the winter inside homes, garages and other buildings. Massive aggregations of BMSB are a disturbing sight and emit a…
Remote Imaging Could Reduce Set Size
Remote imaging could change how irrigation systems are designed, creating smaller blocks and maybe even individual trees. Remote Imaging Could Reduce Set Size UC Cooperative Extension Specialist Emeritus Dr. David…
Leap Year and Ag
…up to 25% of wheat flour with ground popped popcorn. Over the years, popcorn also has been used as an ingredient in pudding, candy, soup, salad and entrees. Popcorn’s nutritional…
World Pistachio Day
…nut than on February 26th: National Pistachio Day. Pistachios are an ancient nut and have grown in the Middle East for thousands of years. During the 1880’s, imported pistachios were…
Commodity Classic Farmer-Focused Topics & Issues Sessions
…systems and how these systems can help in a farming operation. “Judging the Forest, Watching the Trees” is a complete look at current weather and soil moisture conditions in…
Western View: Riding the Blossom Trail
…– nut trees grow tall, fruit trees are kept short and their tops cut flat. The plum trees have dark wood. The stone fruits – peaches, nectarines, and cherries –…
Open Data Powers Conservation Mapping Tool
…sagebrush-steppe across the range. NRCS and partners use this data to target the removal of invading conifers when the trees are young and more easily eradicated. Another map layer provides…
Grinder Demo Shows Orchard Removal Options
…50-ton rototiller capable of grinding whole trees and incorporating chips into the soil, whole peach trees in an old orchard were shredded and incorporated in plots, with trees in other…
National Almond Day
…Wild stands of almond trees grew near trade routes such as the Silk Road that connected central China with the Mediterranean. Easy access allowed for the spread of the wild…
USDA Announces $58.25 Million to Protect Ag and Plants from Pests and Diseases
…wood boring beetles in Oregon; Giant African land snail: $2,203,080 to support ongoing eradication efforts in Florida; Spotted lanternfly: $1,666,612 million to support eradication and education efforts in Pennsylvania; Coconut…