Pacific Nut Producer Magazine

Tag: Mating Disruption Navel Orangeworm

  • CIDETRAK® NOW MESO™ – Confidence in Product Performance

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    Confidence in Product Performance in Where the Value Lies

    “We tried CIDETRAK® NOW MESO™ in 2019 to see how well it would perform, and it did well. This season, we expanded with new acreage, and were pleased with the results. Along with orchard sanitation and well timed insecticide applications, mating disruption is a valuable tool in managing NOW. I like the simplicity of the MESO dispenser system, with no batteries or other hardware that needs to be serviced. The dispensers are easy to hang, and work through the season and into the fall on all flights.”

    About Steve
    Steve is an industry vet who began his career in Agriculture at an early age. After graduating from Cal Poly and obtaining his PCA license, Steve spent 20+ years working on the retail side with John Taylor Fertilizer, then Wilbur-Ellis after the acquisition. Currently residing in Tehama County, Steve manages his own Almond and Walnut orchards, as well as, working as an Independent PCA for Grower’s Choice, a company he founded in 2014.

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  • CIDETRAK® NOW MESO™ – A Testament to PERFORMANCE

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    24/7, Peace of Mind

    “This is our second year using CIDETRAK® NOW MESO™ in our Almonds and Pistachios, and I’m very satisfied with the results. We applied CIDETRAK on roughly 800 acres of Almonds and 2,000 acres of Pistachios. It gives me peace of mind knowing that this product is on 24/7 and continually releases pheromone season long.

    Since adding CIDETRAK to our NOW management program, we’ve seen a consistent reduction in injury year over year. NOW injury has continually been suppressed below 1%. The product is quick and easy to apply. It’s also very convenient that each CIDETRAK box turns into a carrying case, making the application process much easier.

    Hands down, this is an extremely effective tool in managing NOW in our nut crops. I highly recommend CIDETRAK to anyone who would like to see a product that delivers consistent results and assurance that their orchard will be protected.”

    About Joe:

    Joe grew up in a family of farmers. Since the age of 8, he has worked in Agriculture and has learned an array of skills that he’s been able to apply throughout his career. Joe graduated from Cal Poly in 2006, and became the Research Director at DB Specialty Farms working in Strawberries. In 2013, he took a position with Maricopa Orchards and is currently their Director of Agronomy. Joe resides in Clovis, CA with his wife and four kids.

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  • CIDETRAK® NOW MESO™ – Add this TOOL to your BELT

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    “We are on year 2 with having CIDETRAK® NOW MESO™ in our orchard, and we are extremely pleased with the results. We’re treating 500 acres of Almonds and have seen a major reduction in NOW injury of up to 80%.

    What makes CIDETRAK unique for us is the application flexibility. We do not have flat square orchard blocks that other products can be used on. We have staggered rows and imperfect orchard shapes, and this is where we can use multiple MESO source points to cover

    Hanging the MESO’s was easy and even the local Trécé rep was willing to come out and show the team exactly how to apply the product.

    CIDETRAK’s non-mechanical, non-failure simplicity combined with “beyond the harvest, field life” are other important aspects that drive us to continue with MESO.

    CIDETRAK is a key tool in our toolbelt for controlling NOW. I recommend anyone thinking about their options for mating disruption products, to strongly consider CIDETRAK NOW.”

    About Kevin:

    Kevin grew up working in various aspects of Agriculture. At an early age he learned how to manage and operate a cattle ranch, as well as learned to manage large acreage of Almonds and Walnuts. After graduating from Chico State, he assumed the responsibility of managing Tehama Angus Ranch tree nut operations, and has been doing so ever since 2014. Kevin is the acting Orchard Manager for all of Tehama Angus Ranch tree nuts.

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  • Concern for Navel Orangeworm Mating Disruption

    Navel Orangeworm has become a serious pest in California for many agricultural commodities, especially for tree nuts.  Mating disruption technology has proven to be a critical tool in managing this pest; however some growers may have concerns with utilizing this technology on their farms.  Check out this brief interview with Brad Higbee, now Field Research & Development Manager for Trece, Inc. as he works with growers to overcome concerns and clear up any misconceptions regarding this novel technology in the nut industry.