Plant Nutrition

Pecan leaf samples’ instructions shared for Oklahoma

July is the time for Oklahoma pecan growers to take leaf samples, and the Extension office has very specific and helpful instructions for how to do this. more »

Hazelnut stewardship initiative highlights Oregon’s sustainable practices

Ranked third in the world for production, Oregon's hazelnut industry hopes to step out strong with the Oregon Hazelnut Sustainability Program. more »

Iron deficiency of almond pinpointed

A prime culprit of interveinal chlorosis on new growth, a few strategies can correct iron deficiency. more »

BioConsortia appoints Vosnidou in new IP and portfolio strategist post

Nancy Vosnidou is part of a world class team, bringing her wealth of knowledge and experience to a company focused on microbial solutions and enriching the crop microbiome. more »

Online nitrogen management course set for crop advisors, general public

Growers, students and crop advisors alike can benefit from this seven-part video course. more »

Keeping California a powerhouse of almond production

This high-input crop may in some ways resemble a forest, but nitrogen budgets and nutrient management are key to healthy environments and crops. more »

March 8 set for California ‘Cover Crops in Orchards Field Day’

After a three-year research project in cover crops, this final look at the trial site discusses local cover crop field research. more »

Pistachio dormant period is a good time to leach salt

The dormant season is a good time to leach salt, but large volumes of water and stubborn soils mean growers need to be mindful of nitrogen. more »