Researchers are actively working to develop best management practices for harvester sanitation approaches. Extension Specialist at UC Davis, Dr. Cassandra Swett said they have been working in processing tomatoes and…
Almond Update: Soil Health Case Study Details Value of Cover Cropping
…system. After sanitation, pruning, and shredding, Gemperle seeds the remaining open rows to be irrigated with winter rain. Roots said that Gemperle has found a way to make the practice…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 08-10-22
…of applied water, and the challenges for wider adoption of effective harvester sanitation practices. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 07-27-22
…highlighted the overlooked need for better harvester sanitation and California Grown products showcased during the Philippines trade mission. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and…
Almond Matters: Keeping Orchards Clean Now for A Successful Harvest Season Later
…pound of cure, so you don’t have problems with hull rot going into the processor,” said Burkdoll. “Basically, it’s a sanitation issue, keeping the nuts clean of fungal pathogen and…
Almond Update: Webinar to Highlight Incentive Opportunities for Growers
…pest management and even help fund mating disruption or orchard sanitation.” Registration information on the upcoming Training Tuesday is available here. Listen to Roseman’s interview below. About the Author Brian…
Almond Update: Mating Disruption Could Be ‘Backbone of Any IPM Program’
…on the practice, with different options available to growers and incentives to help with implementation. The cornerstone to an effective IPM approach to NOW is winter sanitation, which can be…
Almond Matters: Finishing Dormancy Programs with Bloom on The Horizon
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, bloom is a few weeks away and growers are finishing up their dormancy programs in orchards. Sanitation efforts and dormant applications…
Almond Update: Mummy Shake Contest Winner ‘Almonds Grow’
The Almond Board of California (ABC) has named the winner of this year’s Mummy Shake Contest, which underscores the value of winter sanitation. ABC made some changes to the competition…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 01-06-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering ABC’s winter sanitation awareness contest, increasing input cost likely…
Almond Update: New Twist on Winter Sanitation Awareness Contest
The Almond Board of California (ABC) has put a holiday spin on the annual Mummy Shake Contest to highlight the importance of winter sanitation. Traditionally, the contest has consisted of…
Reemergence and Spread of Branched Broomrape Causes Concern
…of crops in areas where the weed is found. Sanitation is a critical component of preventing the spread of the weed even further, along with diligent monitoring. However, scouting for…
Almond Matters: Final Preparations with Harvest on The Way
…will help with planning for the next crop. Burkdoll said that getting a good start to winter sanitation planning will help alleviate potential problems for next season. Orchards addressing significant…
Almond Update: Almond Journey Podcast Provides Peer-to-Peer Industry Insight
…winter sanitation in the wintertime and going in and shaking the mummy nuts from the trees,” said Williams. Listen to William’s full interview. You can find the latest episodes by…