Category: Crop Management
Niqo Robotics unveils 50-foot AI weeder for specialty crop growers
Niqo Robotics introduced its RoboWeeder F50 at FIRA USA 2026 in Yakima, Washington, expanding its lineup of artificial intelligence (AI) weeding equipment
Researchers find crown gall may signal almond orchard longevity risks
A survey of more than 23,000 California almond trees found orchards with crown gall were six times more likely to also have butt rot disease.
Precision spraying: Beyond pesticide reduction
Pistachio trials are testing LiDAR-guided spraying at up to 400 GPA, with measured spray reductions ranging from 30% to 64%.
Cover crop survey highlights opportunities, challenges for specialty crop growers
The 2026 National Cover Crop Survey examines cover crop use, planting windows and management challenges for fruit and vegetable growers.
Almond Board tour gives California regulators firsthand look at almond farming
Sixteen California regulatory staff toured almond orchards to learn about irrigation, crop protection, stewardship and almond co-products.
$2M project to support U.S. tree nut exports
USDA announced a $2 million project to develop storage, pest-control and traceability tools aimed at reducing export barriers for U.S. tree nuts.
Lessons at harvest: Reading the season behind the crop
Harvest reflects the season’s weather, irrigation and pest management outcomes. Examine crop results and compare management decisions for future improvement.
FFAR, Almond Board fund $4.99M navel orangeworm project
FFAR and the Almond Board of California are providing $4.99 million to advance Flyttr’s biological control for navel orangeworm affecting California almonds and pistachios.
Rodent pressure grows in California nut orchards
Rodent populations are increasing in California nut orchards, creating costly crop and equipment damage. Explore integrated management strategies and protect yields.
Biocontrol Technologies partners with Wilbur-Ellis to distribute T34 Biocontrol in the U.S.
Biocontrol Technologies signed a distribution agreement with Wilbur-Ellis Agribusiness to commercialize T34 Biocontrol for U.S. growers.
DRP releases final findings on fumigant alternatives study
California released the final report in a state-funded study finding no direct replacement for methyl bromide or MITC fumigants.
New tech alert: HarvestReplay uses labor data and audio podcasts to improve specialty crop management
Learn about an innovative operational intelligence platform created exclusively for specialty crop growers.
2026 Pest & Disease Survey Report for California and all U.S. tree nut growers
The 2026 survey highlights rising concerns over navel orangeworm, mites and key diseases affecting tree nut growers. Explore shifting pest trends and review grower priorities.
Water planning for a different future in California orchards
California nut growers are adapting to SGMA groundwater regulations that affect water access, farm planning and profitability. See what this means for growers.
Biologically Integrated Farming Systems funding available for sustainable pest management projects
California’s BIFS program is offering $2 million in grant funding for sustainable pest management projects. Concept proposals are due June 30.