Irrigation
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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Implementing penalties will help bring diverters into compliance, and bills have been introduced to help smaller diverters maintain their water rights and install proper equipment.
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With funding provided by USDA-NRCS, the project will deploy Extension personnel to perform demonstrations, provide on-farm consultations, and conduct outreach activities to promote locally appropriate best practices.
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Drought means deeper wells, and deeper wells mean less quality groundwater. But a 60% predicted loss in almonds – and a reality closer to 30% – is showing that while almond trees are still salt sensitive, perhaps it's less than expected.
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