Tag: California Ag Network
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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.Please thank this video’s sponsor Trece for their industry support. -

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.Please thank this video’s sponsor Trece for their industry support. -

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.Please thank this video’s sponsor Trece for their industry support. -

Pacific Nut Producer May Issue

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[three_fifth_last]Contents of the May Issue:
Matthew Malcolm Appointed EditorNew Duties to Benefit PNP and the Nut Industry
Erickson Family Farms & Three Erickson PartnersDiversified Farmers Sustain Soils, Trees & Employees
New Farm Advisor SpotlightDoug Amaral & Giulia Marino to Support Tree Nut Growers
May Orchard TasksAlmonds, Hazelnuts, Pecans, Pistachios, Walnuts[/three_fifth_last]
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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.Please thank this video’s sponsor Trece for their industry support. -

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.Please thank this video’s sponsor Trece for their industry support. -

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.Please thank this video’s sponsor Trece for their industry support. -

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.Please thank this video’s sponsor Trece for their industry support. -

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.Please thank this video’s sponsor Trece for their industry support.

