Tag: California Ag Network

  • Preparing Almond Growers for Another Drought

    Preparing Almond Growers for Another Drought

    Drought is a serious concern for farmers this year, and in this interview with Daren Williams from the Almond Board of California, he shares some complimentary resources from the Almond Board to help growers weather another dry year, as well as some other insights. Watch this brief video with Daren and read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
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  • What the Farm Workforce Modernization Act Means for Farmers

    What the Farm Workforce Modernization Act Means for Farmers

    While it has seemed impossible to get anything done at the national level regarding ag labor reform, Sara Neagu-Reed from the federal policy Division of the California Farm Bureau Federation shares in an interview with California Ag Network that hope is on the horizon with the progress of the Farm Workforce Modernization Act. Watch this brief video with Sara as she explains why, and what ag employers should know and do about it.
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  • Almond Market Update Highlights New Records & Opportunities

    Almond Market Update Highlights New Records & Opportunities

    Despite international tariffs, port disruptions and a global pandemic, the California almond industry continues to produce and ship record-setting crops.  Watch this brief video with Richard Waycott as he shares this year’s to-date trends on shipments and what can be expected of orchard production this year.  Read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
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  • Pacific Nut Producer May Issue

    Pacific Nut Producer May Issue

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    Pacific Nut Producer May issue

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    Contents of the May Issue:

    Matthew Malcolm Appointed Editor
    New Duties to Benefit PNP and the Nut Industry

    Erickson Family Farms & Three Erickson Partners
    Diversified Farmers Sustain Soils, Trees & Employees

    New Farm Advisor Spotlight
    Doug Amaral & Giulia Marino to Support Tree Nut Growers

    May Orchard Tasks
    Almonds, Hazelnuts, Pecans, Pistachios, Walnuts

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  • New Monitoring Tool for Navel Orangeworm in Mating Disrupted Orchards

    New Monitoring Tool for Navel Orangeworm in Mating Disrupted Orchards

    Traditional navel orangeworm monitoring tools have proven less effective in the presence of mating disruption technology in the orchard. Watch this brief video with UC IPM Advisor Jhalendra Rijal as he addresses the issue and shares about some new technology that can help growers more effectively monitor this tree nut pest.  Read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
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  • Managing Walnut Husk Fly in the Orchard

    Managing Walnut Husk Fly in the Orchard

    Walnut growers should start monitoring for walnut husk fly in May.  Watch this video with emeritus UCCE IPM Specialist Bob Van Steenwyk as he provides timely step by step directions on how to monitor and manage this pest.  Read more about orchard pest management in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
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  • Four Steps for Planting Containerized Almond Trees

    Four Steps for Planting Containerized Almond Trees

    The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service recently reported a record 1.25 million acres of almonds across California’s landscape, up 5.9% from 2019. More almond orchard continue to be planted as we speak, due in part to the reduce labor needs associated with this crop and a healthy global market for this versatile product.  With increased almond acreage anticipated to be planted this year, we wanted to share this brief interview with Tia Russell from Duarte Nursery who shared and demonstrated for steps for planting containerized almond trees.  Watch this video and read more about growing almonds in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine. Don’t currently receive the publication? Subscribe for free today at PacificNutProducer.com.
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  • Report Shows Significant Economic Impact of Pistachios

    Report Shows Significant Economic Impact of Pistachios

    The western pistachio industry has a much bigger impact on the nation and world than people may realize.  In addition to providing a healthy and nutritious snack to consumers across the world, the US Pistachio industry has a significant impact on the economy as well, as recently measured in a study by economist Dennis Tootelian.  Watch this brief interview as he shares the results of his study, and read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
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  • Pacific Nut Producer April Issue

    Pacific Nut Producer April Issue

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    PNP April Issue

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    Contents of the April Issue:

    Harris Family Enterprises
    From Humble Beginnings to Successful Business

    Almond Alliance 39th Annual Convention
    Registration Is Open for This In-Person Event

    Orchard Views
    Patrick Cavanaugh Retires

    April Orchard Tasks
    Almonds, Hazelnuts, Pecans, Pistachios, Walnuts

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  • High Density Planting of Hazelnuts: Considerations and Precautions

    High Density Planting of Hazelnuts: Considerations and Precautions

    High or double-density planting is becoming more common in the Pacific Northwest hazelnut industry, but there are some important things to know when considering this practice. Watch this brief interview with hazelnut grower and nurseryman Rich Birkemeier as he briefly provides some considerations and precautions in adopting this practice.  Read more about growing hazelnuts in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
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