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Overview of Biostimulants in Permanent Crops
One of the few things people can agree on about biostimulants is that they are difficult to define.…
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Research Examines Biochar Potential
Google the word biochar and the first words you see are “environmental solution” and “benefits are amazing.” There…
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Pest
Biological Pesticides in Nut Crops
Some of the biological products used in conventionally or organically produced nut crops include those based on bacteria…
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Pistachios
Organic Pistachio Production at Nichols Farms
Pest control and nutrition are two of the biggest challenges to organic pistachio production, but the Nichols family…
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Pecans
Creating Habitat for Beneficials to Control Aphids in Pecans
This article discusses planting and managing a cover crop mix in pecan orchards to attract beneficials, which provide…
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Profile
Farm Advisor Profile: Elizabeth Fichtner
An avid member of 4H club when she was a kid, UCCE farm advisor Elizabeth Fichtner was exposed…
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Hazelnuts
A Look at Newer Hazelnut Varieties
There’s a lot to consider before choosing the hazelnut variety, or varieties, to plant in a new orchard.…
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Almonds
Can Trunk Paint Mitigate Herbicide Damage in Young Almond Trees?
In order to prevent herbicide damage in young trees, especially from postemergence herbicide, standard pomological practice has been…
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Cover Crop
Collaborative Bee+ Scholarship Supports Growers Who Plant Pollinator Cover Crops
This past June, the Almond Board of California (ABC) launched its Bee+ Scholarship for almond growers. This scholarship…
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Program Updates : Adapting to the Times and Preparing for the Future
The American Pecan Council in 2019 implemented its first course of action based on findings in its Strategic…
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Ag Industry
New Incentives Help Tree Nut Industry Comply With Truck Air Quality Rules
The trials and tribulations of doing business in California. Just about the time you think you’ve seen every…
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Orchard Management Monthly Newsletter
Walnut Growers to Benefit from BIFS Grant
Providing walnut growers and pest control advisors with a better understanding of lower risk pest management strategies and…
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