Author Archives: Becky Wheeler-Dykes

Almond Orchard Management Considerations: February & March 2025

Almond Orchard Management Considerations: February & March Becky Wheeler-Dykes, UCCE Farm Advisor, Glenn, Tehama, and Colusa Counties Luke Milliron, UCCE Farm Advisor, Butte, Glenn, and Tehama Counties Weed management: Prepare your preemergent herbicide program with your PCA. Cost savings in … Continue reading

Introducing a Butte County Walnut Variety Trial

A ten-acre Butte County Walnut Variety Trial was planted at the Chico State Farm in May of this year through a collaboration between Chico State, UC Davis Walnut Improvement Program, and UC Cooperative Extension. This variety trial aims to identify new varieties that will perform exceptionally well in this region and will share its progress over the years. Continue reading