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Carpophilus Beetle Continues to Damage Tree Nut Crops
Carpophilus beetle (CB) has spread to tree nut-growing regions throughout the Central Valley since it was first detected in California in 2023.
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Avoid Premature Leaf Drop in Almond Trees
Almond trees that retain green, viable leaves into late fall are set up for good production the next growing season. Severe or even significant loss…
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Red Leaf Blotch Raises Concern Across California Almond Orchards
Severe red leaf blotch infections in almond trees can lead to defoliation and increased stress on trees. Leaf loss during the summer depletes…
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Pest Ants Pose Threat to Almonds on the Ground
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Paint Choice Critical in Preventing Herbicide Injury to Young Trees
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Dust Control Strategies for Almond Orchards
Dust control strategies for almond orchards should be in place before the first trees are planted.
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Vertical Integration Positions P-R Farms for the Future
Vincent Ricchiuti, chief operating officer of P-R Farms, is part of a family that has been in the almond business for more than 50 years…
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Early Pest Emergence Puts Growers on Alert
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Family Roots and Innovation Drive Carriere Family Farms
The Carriere family has a long history in California agriculture. Bill Carriere is the fourth generation to head up the family farm. It’s just a…
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IGRs Recommended for Walnut Scale
Walnut scale is a very tiny insect pest that can damage walnut trees in two ways. UCCE farm advisor Elizabeth Fichtner, in a Growing the Valley…