The Navel Orangeworm (Amyelois transitella) Program (NOW) is a cooperative project between the California Department of Food and Agriculture‘s Integrated Pest Control Branch, the United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and …
Almond Update: Managing Navel Orangeworm at Hull Split
As almond growers prepare for hull split season, management of navel orangeworm (NOW) is a top priority. Lauren Fann, a Pest Management Specialist with the Almond Board of California, provided …
Almond Matters: Pest Management Priorities Prior to Hull Split
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., growers are preparing for the onset of hull split. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll expects the …
Almond Matters: Early Summer Pest Management in Orchards
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., as early summer arrives, growers are ramping up their pest management efforts. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd …
Almond Update: Avoiding the ‘Monumental’ Navel Orangeworm Damage Seen in 2023
The 2023 crop year was a difficult one for growers, largely due to pest damage. Navel orangeworm (NOW) was a particularly difficult pest to manage, which resulted in high levels …
Almond Matters: Bloom Preparation Amidst Series of Storms
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., bloom preparation is underway as growers contend with continued rainstorms. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll said …
NOW IPM Economic Calculator for Almond Production
Growers have a new tool available to help guide decisions related to navel orangeworm (NOW) management. A new NOW integrated pest management (IPM) economic calculator has been developed, evaluating the …
Almond Update: Preventing Another Year of Substantial NOW Damage
Navel orangeworm (NOW) was a significant issue for growers this past season. NOW damage reached critical levels in many orchards. Vice President of Member Relations for Blue Diamond, Mel Machado …
Almond Matters: Putting Dormancy Programs into Action
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., dormancy programs are being put into action throughout the state. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent USA, Todd Burkdoll said …
A ‘Wild Ride’ for Almond Growers Dealing with Pest and Disease Challenges
Reports indicate that it has been a tumultuous year for almond growers. The rollercoaster ride began with an abundance of snow and rain, a blessing that soon turned into a …
Almond Matters: Hot Summer Brings Pest Challenges Ahead of Hull Split
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., growers are working to address pest challenges ahead of the coming hull split. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., …
Almond Update: Success with Mass Trapping of NOW Females
A grower in the Turlock area is having success with mitigating navel orangeworm (NOW) damage. Cortez Grower Dennis Yotsuya explained his experience with the mass trapping of NOW females in …
Agronomic Minute: Keeping Tree Nuts Safe from Pest Pressures
Growers will be working to manage pest pressures in tree nuts as springtime continues to unfold. Namely, navel orangeworm (NOW), peach twig borer (PTB), coddling moth, and walnut husk fly …
Almond Update: Staying Efficient with Nitrogen Plans
Growers are preparing to implement their nitrogen plans after a long bloom period this season. Associate Director of Agricultural Research with the Almond Board of California (ABC), Sebastian Saa said …