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Soils
BIOS Walnut Orchard Focuses on Whole-Farm Approach to Fertility
A field day held in a San Joaquin County walnut and cherry orchard highlighted the system-based approach Franz…
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Cover Crop
Nitrogen Fixation and Free Cover Crop Seed
Finding a balance between fertilizer costs and achieving economically acceptable yields is a grower’s yearly endeavor. Orchards require…
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Almonds
Almond Variety, Rootstock Breeding Efforts Respond to Grower, Processor Needs
Evolving growing conditions, uncertain water availability and quality, along with global competition, are spurring efforts to develop new…
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Pest
How to be Successful with the Use of Biologicals
Biological products have been used in agricultural systems for decades and more recently have been shown to provide…
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Events
Crop Consultant Conference Offers Premiere Event for PCAs, CCAs
The 2024 Crop Consultant Conference is set to return to the Visalia Convention Center Sept. 25 and 26…
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Cover Crop
Conservation Cover Plantings Extend Pollinator Habitat Add Value for Growers
Adding one more thing to an almond grower’s plate may seem like pushing the envelope at this time.…
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Regulations
FDA Publishes Final Rule on Pre-Harvest Agricultural Water
Last month, The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published its final rule on agricultural water. The revised…
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Disease
Management of Almond Blast and Walnut Blight
Bacterial infections such as almond blast and walnut blight pose significant challenges for growers. Bacterial blast is primarily…
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Almonds
Maximizing Almond Hull Value Within the Animal Feed Sector
For decades, almond hulls have been a popular feedstuff mixed into the ration of dairy cows. Combined with…
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Safety
New Indoor Heat Regulations in California: What Employers Can Do to Prepare
California has introduced a new regulation this year, setting standards for indoor heat regulation and other necessary practices.…
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