Crop Management

How to address leaf scorch and fruit thinning in Georgia pecans

Neofusicoccum, a fungus causing leaf scorch symptoms, is a relatively new problem popping up in orchards for the last 8-10 years, normally after extended periods of rainfall and cloudy weather. more »

Finalization of Gowan Co.’s purchase of Isagro S.p.A. announced

Gowan Group specializes in developing, marketing, and manufacturing global agriculture inputs such as crop protection products, seeds and fertilizers. With this acquisition, Gowan adds a basic position in several active substances. more »

Tree nut growers: 2021 Navel Orangeworm Survey has begun

Warmer winters and longer growing seasons mean a better survival rate for navel orangeworm. The survey includes new tools to detect and control the pest in tree nuts. more »

New chief administrative officer for Certis Biologicals is Claudia Oceguera

Oceguera joins will oversee the company’s global financial management, planning and administration, human resources and information technology. more »

Block grants to assist California, Oregon producers in Klamath River Basin

USDA is investing $15 million for a new drought pilot to assist those affected. The pilot is part of a broader suite of programs available to producers to help recover losses from drought. more »

Volunteers needed for research study on glyphosate and herbicide selection

A research survey out of University of California, Davis, is looking for participants to share what influences their weed and pest management decisions. more »

Saltwater contamination in water supplies addressed with barrier

112,000 pounds of riprap were ferried in as part of the emergency drought salinity barrier to prevent saltwater from intruding into California's freshwater. more »

UGA pecan expert gives scab outlook

Recent daily rainfall for most of Georgia's pecan-growing region is making it an "apocalyptic year" for pecan scab, especially during critical shell hardening. more »