Understanding Evapotranspiration (ET)
ET. It’s easy to throw those two letters around, but is it as simple a concept as we think? I like...
Protecting Your Orchard During Almond Bloom
Almond bloom is starting to pop up all over the Central Valley which means now is the time to think...
Understanding Pheromones and Mating Disruption
For this blog post, we’re going back to the basics of mating disruption and answering some of the...
Timing Hull Split Navel Orangeworm Sprays for Pollenizers
With nonpareil harvest wrapped up, you may be wondering when to time your navel orangeworm spray...
Site Specific Codling Moth Population Predictions
Insect phenology models are invaluable in the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) toolbox. They help...
2020 Navel Orangeworm Trap Catch Update
Recent reports show that 2020 degree day accumulations are shaping up to be similar to that of 2015.
Understanding Chill in Pistachios
A Microclimate and Chill Accumulation Case Study
Chill is required for leaf and flower bud...
Understanding Variable Rate Mating Disruption
A common pest management tactic in agriculture, mating disruption involves deploying synthetic...
Regional California Red Scale Trends Ahead of Crawler Emergence
As we near the end of this season's second California Red Scale (CRS) flight, here's an update on...
On The Fence About Mating Disruption this Season?
Has this cold, wet Central Valley spring got you worried about yield? Does mating disruption make...
