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Leafhoppers Pose Challenges in Vineyards
Erythroneura leafhoppers can be a significant insect pest in organic vineyards as well as regions of California where…
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CRB Plans New ACP Strategies
Citrus growers throughout California can apply to be part of the Citrus Research Board’s (CRB) California focused Citrus…
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Technological Advances Coming for Strawberry Production
While strawberries are one of California’s high-dollar crops, the labor required to not only harvest, but to perform…
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Don’t Let Alfalfa ‘Limp Along’ in Drought
It is a mistake to let an alfalfa field ‘limp along’ on inadequate irrigation throughout the growing season,…
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Biosolarization: Returning Almond Hulls and Shells to the Orchard to Improve Soil and Almond Tree Health
The California Central Valley supplies 80% of almonds globally, so ensuring the health of these trees is essential.…
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Tree Protectors are Simple but Important Tools for Young Trees
Protecting newly planted almond trees from herbicide damage, sunburn or vertebrate pests can help ensure a healthy, productive…
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Red Scale Control with Mating Disruption in Citrus
Mating disruption is another tool that may help citrus growers with an integrated approach to control California red scale…
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Safflower is a Drought Tolerant Winter Dairy Forage
Continued studies suggest that safflower grown as a winter forage for dairy cows in the San Joaquin Valley…
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Early Detection Key to Gopher Control in Vineyards
Early detection of pocket gopher mounds in a vineyard can help with control decisions and prevent damage to…
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Fumigant Alternative Trials for Root Knot Nematode in Carrots
Root knot nematodes are the most significant soil pest in California fresh carrot production. In the 2022 Carrot…
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