Disease

Registration open for Almond Board’s IPM + NOW Summit

The summit will focus on some of the top pests and diseases in almond today, as well as provide resources for growers. more »

California DPR grants emergency kasugamycin exemption to combat bacterial blast

The registration allows up to two applications under anticipated cold or freezing conditions on almonds, but is prohibited after petal fall. more »

USDA provides more than $70 million to protect crops and natural resources from invasive pests and diseases

These projects allow USDA and its partners to quickly detect and respond to invasive plant pests and diseases. USDA has provided nearly $809 million in funding through the Plant Pest and Disease Management and Disaster Prevention Program since 2009. more »

Anthracnose in Georgia pecans

Many varieties confirmed with anthracnose this year are high-input varieties, which received pre-pollination sprays. But why are growers seeing widespread anthracnose at this time? more »

3 disease threats in Texas pecan

Every season is different, but these three keep growers on alert. ... more »

2022 walnut blight management update from UCCE

A silver lining to little rainfall is low blight inoculum. UCCE offers guidance for 2022 blight sprays, including the first spray based solely on forecast weather. more »

Scab and fungicide spray schedule options in pecan

Georgia pecan growers may be ready to spray, but even with the rains, it still may be a little early. There are a few spray options, but the earlier the sprays start, the more there will have to be. more »

California DPR/EPA approves Section 18 emergency registration for kasugamycin on almonds

The approval applies to 12 counties and is valid through April 15, 2022. Growers are heavily encouraged to be mindful of pollinators and utilize references for best practices. more »