Pests
Using Drones as a Bird Deterrent
Cecilia Parsons reports on UC research testing drones to deter birds in blueberries, including species responses, crop-protection potential and the questions researchers will study next.
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Environmental
Soil NOx: Is it the next air pollution issue… or not?
In 1994, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) had initially identified “soil NOx” as a significant source of air pollution coming from agriculture in the San Joaquin Valley. Soil NOx includes emissions…
Fertility Management
Microbial Biostimulants in Practice: A Field-Level Look at Nitrogen Dynamics in Bok Choy
Introduction As a leafy brassica, bok choy (Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis) needs reliable nitrogen during its short growth cycle to build healthy green tissues. However, this fast-cycling growth characteristic leaves growers, especially…
Crop Advising
A New Credential for Organic Crop Advisers
Organic agriculture is not simply conventional production with a shorter input list. It is a federally regulated production system in which agronomic decisions, documentation, product flow and risk management must work together.…
Fumigation
Improving Fumigation Performance Under Growing Scrutiny
“Fumigation is under the microscope.” That’s how Roger Isom, president and CEO of the Western Tree Nut Association (WTNA), describes the current regulatory environment surrounding fumigation in California agriculture.
Fertility Management
Troubleshooting Poor Nodulation in Legumes: A Practical Guide
Legumes, plants from the bean family, are known for their ability to add nitrogen to the soil. This makes them a popular choice in cover cropping, supplying both nitrogen for the cash…
Crop Consulting
The September PCA Checklist: Finish the Season Strong and Defensible
Late-season fieldwork is where strong consultants separate themselves by documenting sensitive sites, tightening application windows, evaluating outcomes and turning the season’s evidence into a better plan for the grower.
Nutrition
Understanding Endophytes: Biology to Boost Production
Soils contain vast numbers of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and archaea. Most have neutral or positive effects on plant growth, and some are pathogenic. Only 2% to 5% of soil microbes are…
Ag Industry
A letter from the Publisher: 5 Technologies Crop Consultants Should Be Watching
Every year in agriculture, we’re introduced to another new technology that’s supposed to change everything. A new sensor. A new drone. A new software platform. A new piece of equipment. Some of…
Press Release
Acadian Plant Health Builds Direct Sales Presence in California
Acadian Plant Health has expanded its direct market presence in California, appointing Michael Lombardi and Eric (Rick) Ebbinghausen as Territory Sales Representatives.
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