Agriculture
The Next Generation of Ag Drones
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly called agricultural drones, have been used experimentally in agriculture for more than 30 years, but cost…
West Coast Nut Reporting
Innovation
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Disease
Retiring Researcher Leaves Profound Legacy on Oregon Hazelnut Industry
In 1988, when Jay Pscheidt arrived at Oregon State University, Eastern Filbert Blight (EFB) was spreading largely unchecked in Oregon hazelnut…
Innovation
Biostimulant World Congress Set for Sacramento
Tree nut growers who want to know more about biostimulant products and using them in orchards as part of their nutrition management plans will have…
Industry News
Joe Grant, Longtime Proponent of Walnut Research, Retires
Benefits to the California walnut industry due to Joe Grant's work and collaboration are many.
Crop Management
Focused Production and Postharvest Research Key to California Walnut Industry’s Long-Term Success
Walnut production comes with real challenges, including rising input costs, extreme weather and pest pressures, all while grower returns are…
Innovation
Turning Crop Monitoring Data into Better Yield Decisions
Every orchard has areas that don't perform the same. Soil changes across a block, tree vigor varies, and some spots always seem to need more water…
Innovation
Soil a Limiting Factor in Orchard Yield Variability
Orchard soil variability and its impact on profitability were one of the hot topics at the 48th annual Nickels Soil Lab Field Day.
Agriculture
Robotics and AI Reshape Orchard Management
In orchards and specialty crops, robotics are increasingly used for tasks like pruning, harvesting and field scouting. Autonomous machines can move…
Hazelnuts
A Remarkable Journey to a Record Hazelnut Crop
Oregon hazelnut growers harvested more than 100,000 tons for the first time this past year, a milestone many years in the making and one that 35…