Some Basic Truths about NOW in Almonds – My Ag Life Episode 20

In this first video, Matoian provides a production update as we learn the impacts of inadequate chill hours…

Innovations in Pistachio Harvest

Researchers are looking for ways to improve pistachio harvest efficiency by shaking more nuts off pistachio trees while…

Visual Cues BOT has Invaded Pistachio Trees

Collapse of nut clusters is a very visual message that a pistachio orchard has been invaded by the…

Post-Harvest Nutrition in Almonds

Providing post-harvest nutrition to almond trees is a critical component in the success of next year’s crop. Rich…

Getting Machinery Ready for Harvest

Staying safe around equipment, watching for heat-causing friction and paying attention to unusual sounds are some of the…

Mold in Walnuts: Causes and Prevention

After elevated levels of mold were found in the 2018 walnut harvest, UC Davis plant pathologist Themis Michailides…

Walnut Husk Fly Populations on the Rise

Biocontrol Taking Off with Drones

For Kern County farmer Kent Stenderup, biocontrol is the way to go when it comes to controlling spider…