Orchard Management Monthly Newsletter
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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Orchard Management
Managing Walnut Husk Fly and Codling Moth in California Orchards
The walnut husk fly has become a significant mid- to late-season pest across all walnut-growing regions of California. Once considered a secondary…
Industry News
New Funding Model Supports Practical Solutions for California Growers
Marketing orders have been funding research for the agriculture industry since the 1930s. Now, a new and diverse team is joining the research effort…
Farm Management
Transitioning to Organic: New Webinar Series Supports California Growers
California leads the U.S. in organic farms, land in organic production and organic sales. In 2023, there were more than 3,300 organic producers in…
Ag Industry
When the Heat Turns Up, So Should We
Editor’s Note: Mental health continues to receive increased attention across agriculture. This article is Part 2 of a two-part series by Jason Scott…
Press Release
SURF-MAX® WATER OPTIMIZER EXPANDS ACCESS AS WATER PRESSURES INTENSIFY IN THE WEST
Following seven-year field studies showing 10-30% water savings, SURFMAX is now available in California
Orchard Management Monthly Newsletter
Early Pest Emergence Puts Growers on Alert
Pest Management
Timing, Tank Mixes Critical for Silverleaf Nightshade Control
Silverleaf nightshade (Solanum elaeagnifolium) is a perennial broadleaf weed that is widespread in California and has become a concern for pistachio…
Cover Crop
It’s Not Just Why, It’s How in Crop Nutrition
As farmers, we love to talk about the “why” we do things. “Why, I put out the same amount of nitrogen I always have and seems to work just fine most…
Walnuts
Industry Outlook, Orchard Challenges Discussed at Tri-County Walnut Day
Tri-County Walnut Day, an annual event hosted by Tulare County UCCE, was held on a foggy February day but still attracted local walnut growers and…