In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, getting an early start with ant control programs is an important part of keeping populations in check. Field Market Development Specialist …
Almond Matters: Lack of Rain Affecting Preemergent Efficacy
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the dry conditions in California appear to have affected preemergent efficacy in many orchards. Field Market Development Specialist for Valent USA, …
Almond Matters: Precision Irrigation Even More Vital in Dry Years
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, precision irrigation systems have helped growers make the most out of available water supplies. Water-use efficiency is even more important when …
Almond Matters: Preventing Mite Populations from Taking Hold
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, mite populations can quickly grow when left untreated. Getting an early start to mitigation efforts will be the most helpful approach …
Almond Matters: Using Degree-Day Calculator and Traps to Plan Treatments
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, growers have a number of tools available to help guide pest management treatments. Using degree-day calculations in combination with traps can …
Almond Matters: Recent Rains Bring Fungal Pathogen Concerns
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the recent storms that came through California have brought some fungal pathogen concerns. The rainfall that swept over many areas of …
Almond Matters: ReTain Offers Double Duty for Diversified Growers
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, Manager of Field Development for the West for Valent USA, Pat Clay talks about a material that has added value for …
Almond Matters: Good Weather for Pollinator Activity
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, weather conditions look promising for helping bolster pollinator activity. Last year’s bloom period provided clear skies and warm temperatures, allowing pollinators …
Almond Matters: Much-Needed Rainfall Comes with Bloom on the Horizon
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, storms that came through California brought much-needed rainfall to much of the state. Two days of wet weather brought multiple inches …
Almond Matters: Getting Weed Control Before Bud Break
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, growers still have an opportunity to get good weed control with bloom around the corner. Preventative control measures such as preemergent …
Almond Matters: Implementing Disease Management Programs
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, developing a disease management program is essential for ensuring the health of trees. Making adequate preparations will help with the efficiency …
Almond Matters: Addressing Scale Management in Orchards
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the dormant season allows growers time to put their scale management plans into action. A solid dormant control program can play …
Almond Matters: Healthy Trees Come from Healthy Soils
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, healthy soils go a long way in ensuring healthy trees. Soil profiles play a crucial role in how trees perform. Maintaining …
Almond Matters: Still Time for Fall Herbicide Applications
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, growers still have ample opportunity to make their fall herbicide applications. California has experienced very little rainfall for the current water …