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The Potential of Ultraviolet Light to Suppress Grapevine Powdery Mildew
Global winegrape production is largely based upon the production of the European winegrape Vitis vinifera, a host species…
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Transitioning from Hand to Machine Harvesting of Blueberries for Fresh Market
Blueberry production acreage in the U.S. is expanding. Across the country, commercial blueberry growers are increasingly using over-the-row…
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Vineyard Nutrition for Berry Quality
Nutrition is an important part of managing a wine grape vineyard since it impacts vine growth, crop yield,…
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Freeze Damage Showing Up in Walnut Orchards
UCCE advisors are reporting numerous calls from walnut growers concerned about extensive damage in mature and young walnut…
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Tactics to Suppress Western Flower Thrips
An integrated approach is essential for successful management of western flower thrips (WFT), a serious insect pest in…
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Managing Citrus Irrigation in a Drought Environment
Orchard irrigation management on the Central Coast of California can be challenging when fog and cool night and…
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HIVE GRADING TECHNOLOGY TESTED IN SUNFLOWER FIELDS
THE BEE CORP PARTNERS WITH SYNGENTA SEEDS AND NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION FOR PILOT STUDY ON INNOVATIVE HIVE GRADING…
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Solutions Sought for HLB
Two emerging technologies aim to protect citrus production on a global level by altering the invasive Asian Citrus…
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Drone Spray Efficacy in Alfalfa
Drones are a viable option for aerial application of pesticides in alfalfa. UCCE Farm Advisor Rachel Long in…
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Solarization in Strawberry Production Helps Control Weeds
Solarization trials showed that 4 to 8 weeks of temperatures above 122 degrees F are necessary to kill…
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