In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, lepidopteran pests can create substantial problems for growers. Damage from peach twig borer (PTB) can lend itself to further issues with …
Free Canine-Assisted ACP Scouting Available to Industry Members
Citrus industry members have a resource available to help combat the spread of Asian Citrus Psyllid (ACP) using detection dogs. Canine-assisted ACP scouting has shown to be more than 90 …
Almond Matters: Heatwave Exacerbating Pest Problems
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the heatwave that California has been experiencing is prompting more pest activity. Field Market Development Specialist for Valent USA, Todd Burkdoll …
CAPCA Conference Wraps Up Its First Online Edition
The California Association of Pest Control Advisors (CAPCA) recently concluded the online edition of its annual conference. A multitude of presentations and continuing education credits were available between October 12 …
California Growers Have A New Insecticide Available for Aphid Control
California growers will now have another option aphid control that can be incorporated into their integrated pest management portfolio. The California Department of Pesticide Regulation recently approved the registration of …
Almond Matters: Controlling Mites with Early Grower Action
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, controlling mites in orchards is going to require good monitoring and early action on behalf of growers. Left unchecked, mite populations …
Almond Matters: Developing A Dormant Control Program
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the start of a new year means that almond bloom will not be too far behind. Establishing a strong dormant control …
Rotating Insecticides to Combat Resistance
Alternating between insecticides, instead of mixing, may be a better approach for combating resistance among pests. At the recent Alfalfa and Forage Field Day at Kearney Ag Center, Cooperative Extension …
Almond Matters: Effective Mite Control with An Insect Growth Regulator
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, using an insect growth regulator to control pests such as twospotted spider mites and Pacific mites requires appropriate timing for applications …
Bats Are Good For Agriculture
Cathy Isom travels to the farm at night to find out why a spooky nighttime creature, that’s used to getting a bad rap, is now being praised for being beneficial …