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California growers to be affected by burn ban

Some San Joaquin Valley growers have begun using a different way of disposing discarded grapevines and orchard wood as the region phases out open agricultural burning. On Jan. 1, farmers in the eig... more »

Water decisions aided by sensors

Lisa Tate, a fifth-generation grower in Santa Paula, said she knew something was amiss in a block of young avocado trees planted on her family’s ranch. She had a hunch that too much water was sit... more »

Farmers work to save heat-stressed crops, tree nuts

Persistent, scorching temperatures can put crops, including tree nuts, at risk. California crops continue to take a beating as California farmers work to reduce impacts of a lingering heat wave tha... more »

UC Cooperative Extension’s latest insights on almond orchard management

The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Cooperative Extension has released its latest newsletter, highlighting critical pre- and post-harvest management practices for almond orchards. more »

FFA Leadership Conference reflects promising future for ag

The state FFA Leadership Conference saw a record turnout, reflecting a promising future for California agriculture. This year, 7,416 middle and high school students attended the event at the SAFE Cred... more »

Using resources, tools to help manage unwanted pest threats on the West Coast

Discover expert strategies for managing tree nut pests on the West Coast. Learn how to protect your crops and prepare for the future. ... more »

Proper hull split timing to maximize inputs

Hull split timing is critical for treatments to control navel orangeworm. Get insights on timing to maximize your almond crop quality. ... more »

California Small Farm Conference scheduled

Next year's California Small Farm Conference is scheduled for Feb. 23-27 and it will be the 37th annual edition of the conference, which will be offered as a hybrid and bilingual event. It will fea... more »