Cooperative Extension Area Citrus IPM Advisor, Sandipa Gautam told AgNet West that citrus thrips have been more difficult to control over the last several years. Pistachio acreage in California is…
Pistachio Production Poised for Significant Gains in Coming Years
Pistachio production is expected to experience significant growth over the next 10 years, according to a recent report commissioned by American Pistachio Growers (APG). Acreage in California is projected to…
California to Fund 46 Specialty Crop Projects Through 2023 SCBGP
…conservation within specialty crop production are also receiving grant support. Some of the projects include studying water and heat stress in chili peppers, irrigation practices in pistachio orchards, and evapotranspiration…
Shift in Leaffooted Bug Species Impacting California Almonds
…a second species Leptoglossus occidentalis. By the time leaffooted bug became really a center of attention for almond and pistachio, we noticed it was not the same species,” Daane explained….
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 03-13-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the questions regarding carbon sequestration programs, the pistachio industry contributing more than $6.4…
Agronomic Minute: Protecting Pistachio Orchards from Disease
Keeping pistachio orchards healthy and safe from disease will be front of mind for growers with bloom around the corner. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Cassie Rieser said…
Almond Update: Bringing Industry Together for NOW Neighborhood Management
…tool, AgNeighbors.com, passcode NOWMD, is available for almond, walnut, or pistachio growers or PCAs,” said Roseman. “We’re looking to connect smaller growers, whether it’s a bunch of five, or 10,…
California Pistachios Have Economic Impact of More Than $6.4 Billion
A recent study shows that California pistachios have an economic impact on the state of more than $6.4 billion. The 2022 study was commissioned by American Pistachio Growers and conducted…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 02-22-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the State Attorneys General filing a lawsuit over WOTUS, the growth of pistachio…
Chef Martin Yan New Pistachio Ambassador
…Growers as a global brand ambassador. World-renowned Chef Martin Yan is joining forces with American Pistachio Growers as a global brand ambassador. The news comes just ahead of the Pistachio…
California Chill Report: Starting Small with Dormancy Breaking Materials
…working with Dormex in pistachios. The research is showing promising results, but Khezri suggests getting familiar with the material before widespread application. “Most of the pistachio growers and farm managers…
California Chill Report: Facilitating Bloom Synchronization to Boost Yields
Bloom synchronization in pistachio orchards is an important component of maximizing the potential for pollination. Research Director at the MARI Agricultural Research Institute, Masood Khezri has been looking at pistachio…
California Chill Report: Helping Pistachio Yield in Low Chill Conditions
Research Director at the MARI Agricultural Research Institute, Masood Khezri has been working on a project related to bloom synchronization in pistachio orchards. Part of the multi-year trial has included…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 01-23-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers top ten new product winners, pistachio shipments on pace again for another strong…