In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., pest management in tree nuts has been particularly challenging this year. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll …
Agronomic Minute: Protecting Crops from Spider Mites
Spider mites are problematic pests for a variety of different crops. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Katie Driver said that the pest can be particularly difficult to control. …
California Red Scale Populations Starting Slow This Season
California red scale management approaches could be significantly different for citrus growers this year. The cold and wet winter has had a notable impact on pest populations. Area Citrus IPM …
IPM Technical Assistance Projects Receive $1.1 Million in Support
Two technical assistance projects have been awarded funding support from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). A total of $1.1 million was awarded as a means to support …
DPR Confirms Another Reduction in Pesticide Use in 2021
Data shows that pesticide use in California has once again declined. The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) confirmed the findings in a recent report. DPR’s annual Pesticide Use Report …
Making Progress on Pheromone Lure for Leaffooted Bugs
Researchers have been looking into the development of an effective pheromone lure for leaffooted bugs. The effort has been part of a research project funded by the Almond Board of …
Agronomic Minute: Being Proactive with Mite Control in Vineyards
Mite control will become even more of a priority for growers with temperatures expected to rise in the coming weeks. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Katie Driver explained …
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 …
Shift in Leaffooted Bug Species Impacting California Almonds
Leaffooted bug can create a host of problems for California almond growers. Their needle-like mouthparts pierce almond shells and damage the kernel. The pests can bring fungal pathogens into almonds, …
Concerns for the Future of Pest Management in California
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) has a stated goal of eliminating the use of “priority pesticides” by 2050. Part of that effort includes the implementation of the Sustainable …
Almond Matters: Managing Leaffooted Plant Bugs in Orchards
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., leaffooted plant bugs have become even more problematic in recent years. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll …
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 …
Almond Update: Bringing Industry Together for NOW Neighborhood Management
Navel orangeworm (NOW) is a difficult pest that growers are working to address in a variety of crops. The NOW Neighborhood Management program seeks to bring industry members together to …
Almond Update: Agenda Set for Pest Management Summit
The schedule has been finalized for the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and Navel Orangeworm (NOW) Summit next week. Hosted by the Almond Board of California (ABC), the event will take …