Pests
ACP and HLB: Not Just Acronyms Understanding What California’s Citrus Crop Could Face
Acronyms mean a lot when it comes to protecting our citrus industry. Many Californians are affected by the…
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Soil
Soil Microbiome Post-Fumigation: Building Soil Microbe Populations Back Stronger
Fumigation provides a myriad of economic benefits for growers, including pest control, improved food safety and increased yields.…
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Featured
Crop Consultant Conference is the Premiere Event for PCAs, CCAs
The 2024 Crop Consultant Conference is set to return this September and promises to be the agricultural event…
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Irrigation
Satellite-Based Irrigation Tools for More Precise Water Management in Avocado Orchards
The water requirement of a crop must be satisfied to achieve optimum potential yield. The crop water requirement…
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New Technology
The TreeChill Model: Tree Temperature Predictions to Improve Chill Accumulation Estimates in Cherry
Fruit trees need low temperatures during the winter season to break dormancy and ensure synchronized fruit development during…
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Nutrition
Making a Case for In-Season Potassium Applications
Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium (NPK) are three major nutrient components of any fertility program and are developed to…
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Pests
RNAi Technology: Another Biological Tool in the IPM Arsenal
As food production faces the persistent threat of endemic and invasive pests, researchers continue to develop new technologies…
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Pests
Research Update on Broccoli Alternaria Head Rot Management
Broccoli head rot, also known as pin rot, continues to increase in the Salinas Valley, especially in fall…
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Nutrition
Pre-Bloom Foliar Boron Application on Olive May Improve Yield
Olive orchards entering an ‘off’ year in 2024 may benefit from pre-bloom foliar boron applications to support reproduction…
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Irrigation
Irrigation and Nitrogen Management Plans Supporting Growers in Meeting Reporting Requirements
As water quality regulations intensify for California growers, the industry has drawn attention to crop consultants as a…
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