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From the Orchard: 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…
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Early Pest Emergence Puts Growers on Alert
Earlier than normal emergence of insect pests can mean higher pressure through the growing season and earlier vigilance.…
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From the Orchard: 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…
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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…
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Ethephon Trials Show Promising Results in Walnut Varieties
By Cecilia Parsons, Associate Editor Maximizing a single shake in walnut harvest is one reason to use the…
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From the Orchard: How Six Generations of the Locke Family Farm Have Adapted to a Changing San Joaquin Valley
When the Locke family started farming, people were flocking to California looking for gold. As they celebrate the…
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Almond Industry Leaders Cite Challenges and Gains as New Year Begins
The California almond industry enters 2026 facing a blend of pressure and progress. Rising production costs, regulatory demands…
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Pistachio Pruning Routine Includes Hand and Machiner
Achieving harvestable yields is the goal when pistachio growers send hand pruning crews and mechanical pruning equipment into…
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From the Orchard: Walnut Grower Jason Colombini Brings Water Awareness and Sustainability to Orchards
Jason Colombini is fascinated with water, so much so that his friends sometimes think he’s a little weird.…
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Counties Taking an Educational Approach to Landowners with Neglected Properties
With the governor’s signature on AB 732, county agricultural commissioners now have a tool to motivate landowners with…
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