American Fruit Grower and Western Fruit Grower November 2016
In This Issue
Consider Alternatives To Finished Apple Trees From The Nursery
While tree availability has been a challenge, you may find other options give you a similar result.
High Density: The Future Of Almonds?
The early returns on this trial block — planted with dwarfing rootstock — are impressive, but time will tell.
Grower Vows To Fight Clean Water Act Violation Suit
John Duarte says he simply plowed his land, where the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers say it’s a violation of the Clean Water Act.
An Exquisite Extermination – European Grapevine Moth [Opinion]
We all complain about wasted tax dollars — and rightly so — but a little applause, please, for the eradication of a feared pest.
Pistachio Crop Smashes Record
This isn’t just an “on” year for the biennial bearing crop, it’s a limb-buster.
New Project Targets BMSB – Sustainably
Armed with a $3.7 million grant, North Carolina State University researchers have the brown marmorated stink bug, which has been found in 43 states, in their cross hairs.
Pest And Disease Diagnosis 101 In Berries
Using some of the experts and information available can help you avoid problems in the berry patch.
Cherry Training Systems From Traditional To Transformative
Early and sustained yields can be achieved with upright fruiting offshoots system.
You May Be Blowing Off Almond Spray
Air blast sprayers can lay leaves flat, allowing for little chemical contact.
Let’s Not Lose Sight Of The Classic Apple Varieties
Consumers may want the latest and greatest varieties, but don’t forget there are some consumers – like me – who enjoy traditional varieties you may be considering ripping out.
Meet Newest University Of California Nut Crops Advisor
The newest University of California Cooperative Extension nut crop advisor, Mae Culumber, is based in Fresno County. Culumber has a […]
10 Suggestions For Making Your Return To The Family Farm A Success
Blood may be thicker than water, but also it could put business interests in the red, if you let it.
California Walnut Board Focuses On Research
Longtime industry veteran, former University of California Cooperative Extension Farm Advisor Joe Grant, takes the reins as Director of Research for the California Walnut Board.