…control in our intensive orchard systems, basically throughout the growing season, because they obviously can play a very devastating role if we do not make sure we take good control…
UCR Researchers Receive Grant to Improve Pollinator Health
…grant will support a study measuring the effectiveness of recommended almond orchard management practices in reducing the negative impacts of pesticides, parasites, and inadequate nutrition on bees. With matching funds…
An Orchard Becomes a Community’s Jewel
…turned her community garden into a nonprofit called Huerta Del Valle “The Valley’s Orchard.” She started applying for community assistance to develop the space. With the generosity of Kaiser Permanente,…
Almond Update: NOW Mating Disruption a Viable Option
…use mating disruption in conjunction with strategically applied insecticides, most notably in orchards with high numbers of navel orangeworm or in the first years of a mating disruption program. Mating…
Almond Matters: Using Drones During Bloom
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the use of drones during bloom can help make orchard monitoring more efficient. Reducing the amount of time it takes to…
Why You Should Recycle Pistachio Shells
…of Ours. Empty pistachio shells are useful for recycling in several ways. If unsalted, the shells need not be washed and dried before reuse, but washing is simple if that…
NRCS Invites Proposals for 2018 Conservation Innovation Grants
…recycling and energy conservation. Applicants are encouraged to explore the full program announcement to better match their proposals to these needs. Please see www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/ca/programs/financial/cig/ Funds will be awarded through a…
Secretary of Agriculture Hears California Concerns at World Ag Expo
…goal to better understand the needs of the diverse group of farmers in the state. Some of the planned tours include a Porterville Citrus packing house, a Giacomazzi almond orchard,…
International Agri-Center Prepares For 51st World Ag Expo®
…From unmanned spray systems and remote monitoring, to new tire traction solutions and ag film recycling, the Top-10 New Products has something to offer every type of farming operation. “World…
Agri View: Chill Hours and Peach Tree Production
…bloom. When an orchard fails to get the recommended cool temperatures, that spring crop will be less than the grower anticipates. Smaller in size, fewer in volume. Chill hours are…
Almond Matters: Orchard Protection Techniques
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, orchard protection techniques to combat pests such as navel orangeworm and peach twig borer rely on a multi-faceted approach. Courtesy: UC…
Almond Matters: Developing A Young Orchard
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, UC Cooperative Extension Pomology Advisor for Merced County David Doll highlights some of the often-overlooked areas of cultivating a young orchard. …
Almond Board: Sanitation a Must for NOW
…may immigrate in from neighboring orchards. When infested trees of alternate hosts are harvested, navel orangeworm moths may migrate into almond orchards. Treating border rows (at least ten rows) may…
Almond Matters: Added Benefits to Peach Twig Borer Control
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, controlling peach twig borer in almonds can provide added benefits in combatting other pests in the orchard. Courtesy: The Almond Doctor…