Current Northern Sacramento Valley ET Report – July 26
Irrigation Evapotranspiration (ET) Report for Tehama, Butte and Colusa county CIMIS stations. Continue reading
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Irrigation Evapotranspiration (ET) Report for Tehama, Butte and Colusa county CIMIS stations. Continue reading
Irrigation Evapotranspiration (ET) Report for the Woodland, Davis, Staten Island, and Verona CIMIS stations. Continue reading
The three most important management decisions dictating fruit size and crop size (and therefore grower returns) are 1) cropload management, 2) irrigation, and 3) nutrient management (especially potassium). Continue reading
Carpophilus beetle (Carpophilus truncatus) is a small insect that causes severe damage to almond kernels. Humid conditions increase the emergence and rate of development, leading to multiple generations within a season. Continue reading
The UC Davis Prune breeding program is eager to patent a new variety, Yolo Gold, as well as promote new promising French-type cultivars. Continue reading
Pytophthora was detected as early as mid-February in Fresno County and reported statewide by the early summer of 2023. Almond growers should be prepared to respond to strengthening El Niño conditions and the possibility of a recurring outbreak of aerial Phytophthora. Read for insights about the disease symptoms, the pathogen biology, as well as some management guidelines for this relatively rare but serious disease of almond. Continue reading
There are some concerns about growing tomatoes on old walnut ground, but very little formal research exists in this area. Continue reading
A new website features brand new cover cropping information resources and a searchable Expert Grower database for cover cropping practices in California orchards and vineyards. These resources provide detailed information on practical strategies for implementing cover crops and addressing common challenges. Continue reading
Establishing a new walnut orchard is a long-term investment that requires detailed planning to enable 35 to 40 years of bountiful and sustainable production. RLN is estimated to be present in 85% of California walnut orchard soils. Read to learn more. Continue reading
With funding provided by the Almond Board of California, through assessments paid by almond growers, the University of California has conducted regional field trials in the major almond growing areas of the Central Valley for over 50 years. Read more for an update on Regional Almond Variety Trials Continue reading
The extremely wet winter this year has likely helped growers to kill more overwintering navel orangeworms (NOW) than in warmer and dryer winter years. However, a wet, cold winter will not kill all NOW, and being complacent might result in a bad NOW year. Continue reading
Reducing weed control in orchards during difficult economic times is possible but comes with some tradeoffs. It’s useful to step back and remember why we’re controlling weeds in the orchard in the first place. Continue reading
Determining the priority for pesticide sprays for insect pests is challenging. Integrated pest management uses cost/benefit analysis to guide growers and farm managers in making pest control decisions. Continue reading
An excerpt from The Almond Doctor on a tree’s response to flooding. Continue reading
Clarissa Reyes, North Sacramento Valley Orchard System Staff Research Associate Bees: Order bees, usually a 1 hive/acre stocking rate. Employ best management practices for maintaining hive health. Before making fungicide application, check for bees nearby using the ‘Bee Check’ tool … Continue reading