Irrigation
It’s hard to estimate Schwankl’s impact on the state’s agriculture industry with his career focus on sprinkler, drip and flood irrigation management.
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Even though the kernels have filled and the crop is about made, it's important to continue irrigating to ensure normal shuck split and avoid problems.
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Pawnee is entering shell hardening, with a few other varieties following behind. It's time to start moving focus from fungicides to irrigation for kernel fill.
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Walnut growers aren't getting all the water their plants need, and water stress at this time of year affects this crop and the crop for next year.
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Extreme temperatures in pecan regions have growers worried, but pecan trees can handle the heat better than expected.
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There are three half-day dates offered – each a different location – that will provide information on soil sampling, irrigation and related topics. Lunch is provided.
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A temporary restraining order is in effect until May 5, pending the outcome of a hearing regarding the state's overreach by trying to prevent farmers from using groundwater supplies.
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California's Department of Water Resources is suggesting the state plan for a third year of drought conditions, and water rights will again be a hot topic.
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