Walnuts, Apricots, Cherries, Grapes

**You are receiving a duplicate email regarding 2021 Virtual Lodi Grape Day. The previous email sent did not include the register and agenda links on the flyer. Thank you.

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Stanislaus Green Team Virtual Meeting Announcement

Dec 23, 2020

Please join Stanislaus Green Team on Zoom with guest speaker Anthony Presto, Air Quality Education Representative of the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District, January 21, 2021 from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm.

*See flyer for more details and how to register online!

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Spotted-Wing Drosophila Webinar

Nov 18, 2020

Join the Sustainable SWD Management Team December 8 at 12pm EST
for a one hour webinar:

A decade of SWD: Lessons for management

Register in advance for this webinar:

https://ncsu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_r__Q2lCTS2Wkf8UZmq4KlA

We will highlight what we’ve learned about spotted-wing drosophila populations, crop risk, pesticide efficacy, biological control, cultural & behavioral controls, and how to use this information to improve management.

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Smoke Impact on Grapes

Sep 14, 2020

Good afternoon all:

Please see link for information about smoke impact on grape crops.

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USDA Flyers concerning COVID-19

Aug 28, 2020

Agricultural producers can now apply for USDA’s Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), which provides direct payments to offset impacts from the coronavirus pandemic. Options to apply are available on https://www.farmers.gov/cfap and USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) has launched a call center to help answer questions. FSA staff members are available via phone, fax and online tools to help producers complete applications.

We need your help. We want to ensure producers are aware of available online tools and the call center, as well as how FSA is working virtually with producers to complete applications. This toolkit is meant for producers and agricultural organizations to use to share information in their networks. This toolkit includes:

Key messages
Newsletter article
Social media posts
Social media story posts
Posters

The deadline is September 11, 2020.

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The Scoop Volume 25.3 July 2020

Jul 29, 2020

In This Issue:

IPM Task at Harvest: Identifying Insect Pest Damage Through Harvest Sampling
Managing Walnut Mold
Walnut Rootstocks

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Establishing Nut Crop Orchards - Summer 2020 Webinar Series

Jul 14, 2020

Register today to learn about Establishing Nut Crop Orchards from experts with the University of California and USDA. Different topics will be presented during each session. $10 registration fee will allow you to attend any or all of the sessions from 3-5 PM on July 29, August 5 and August 12. CEUs have been obtained from CCA for all 3 sessions and have been applied for from CA DPR for Aug. 5 (1.0 Other). For more information on registration, contact anrprogramsupport@ucanr.edu, 530-750-1361 or for course content, contact Phoebe Gordon, pegorden@ucanr.edu, Orchard Crops Farm Advisor, UCCE Madera (detailed agenda at //ucanr.edu/sites/PSU/files/329744.pdf)

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Scoop: Volume 25, Issue 2 (Colloboration with Roger Duncan and Jhalendra Rijal)

Apr 15, 2020

In This Issue:
• Delayed irrigation in walnuts
• Compost may not improve orchard performance
• Managing true bugs in almonds

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IPM Breakfast Meeting Cancellation

Apr 9, 2020

Good Morning:

Due to the threat of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, University of California employees have been ordered to temporarily cancel all face-to-face educational events, regardless of size. In addition, President Trump has advised against meeting in groups of more than 10 people and avoiding restaurants. Therefore Jhalendra, Kari and I will cancel our April 15 Tree & Vine IPM breakfast meetings. We will monitor the situation closely and will make a decision on future meetings as the situation unfolds.

Best wishes,

Roger Duncan

Pomology Advisor and Director

UC Cooperative Extension, Stanislaus County

raduncan@ucdavis.edu

209-525-6800

cestanislaus.ucdavis.edu

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COVID-19 Notification

Mar 25, 2020

Please see the attached link concerning our office and the COVID-19 outbreak.

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IPM Breakfast Meeting Cancellation 3/18 & 4/1

Mar 17, 2020

Due to the threat of the corona virus that causes COVID-19, University of California employees have been ordered to temporarily cancel all face to face educational events, regardless of size. In addition, President Trump has advised against meeting in groups of more than 10 people and avoiding restaurants. Therefore Jhalendra, Kari and I will cancel our March 18 and April 1 Tree & Vine IPM breakfast meetings. We will monitor the situation closely and will make a decision on future meetings as the situation unfolds.

Best wishes,

Roger Duncan

Pomology Advisor and Director

UC Cooperative Extension, Stanislaus County

raduncan@ucdavis.edu

209-525-6800

cestanislaus.ucdavis.edu

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IPM Breakfast Meetings

Feb 25, 2020

2020 Tree and Vine IPM Update Breakfast Meetings

Roger Duncan, Kari Arnold, and Jhalendra Rijal will continue to host the IPM breakfast meetings. These free meetings are open to all interested fruit and nut growers, consultants, and pest control advisors for a casual discussion on current insect pest populations, disease problems, and methods of control. We are looking forward to seeing you there.

March 4, 2020 - Spring Pests & Diseases of Trees and Vines
March 18, 2020 - Laws and Regulations
April 1, 2020-TBD
April 15, 2020-TBD
May 6, 2020-TBD
May 20, 2020-TBD
June 3, 2020-TBD
June 17, 2020-TBD

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Spray Application Pest Management Alliance Airblast Sprayer Calibration Training

Jan 28, 2020

We will be holding a training aimed at applicators, growers, and PCAs who work in vineyards-to be held on February 20, 2020, at Kautz Farms in Lodi.

The registration link is http://ucanr.edu/SprayAppLodi/

Please see attached link for more information.

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California Cherry Research Review

Jan 21, 2020

CALIFORNIA CHERRY RESEARCH REVIEW
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

San Joaquin County – Office of the Agricultural Commissioner
Evelyn Costa Assembly Room
2101 E. Earhart Avenue, #100, Stockton, California 95206
Sponsored by the University of California and California Cherry Board

9:00 Welcome
Scott Brown, Production Manager, Morada Produce
Tyler Rood, California Cherry Board
9:10 The investigation into dormancy breaking agents and the dynamic chill portions model in CA cherries via carbohydrates and solar radiation
Dr. Kari Arnold, UCCE Orchard and Vineyard Systems Advisor, Stanislaus County
9:30 Cherry buckskin disease review: x-disease phytoplasma
Dr. Mohamed Nouri, UCCE Orchard Systems Advisor, San Joaquin County
10:00 Measuring cherry evapotranspiration and deriving crop coefficient (Kc) values for use in irrigation scheduling
Dr. Kosana Suvocarev, Dept. of Land, Air & Water Resources, UC Davis
10:20 Engineered transgenic Drosophila suzukii for wild population suppression & eradication: production, performance assessment and effective wild releases Dr. Nikolay Kandul, Div. of Biology Sciences, UC San Diego
10:50 Break
11:10 Improved management of fungal canker diseases of sweet cherry
Investigating the cause of sudden decline of sweet cherry in California
Dr. Renaud Travadon, Dept. of Plant Pathology, UC Davis, Kearney Agricultural Research & Extension Center, Parlier, CA
12:00 Management and epidemiology of pre- and postharvest diseases of sweet cherry
Dr. James Adaskaveg, Dept. of Plant Pathology, UC Riverside
12:30 Lunch (Courtesy of California Cherry Board)
1:30 Adjourn

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2020 SJV Grape Symposium!

Jan 6, 2020

2020 SJV Grape Symposium

Wednesday, January 8,

C.P.D.E.S Hall, Easton CA

7:00 AM	Registration and Refreshments
7:50 AM	Morning Welcome
12:00 PM	Lunch sponsored by Raisin Bargaining Association and Sun-Maid Growers of California

Continuing Education: 3.0 PCA and 3.5 CCA hours have been requested.

Any questions? Email George Zhuang at: gzhuang@ucanr.edu or call the office number (559) 241-7506

2020 SJV Grape Symposium Agenda

Mail In Registration Form 2020

REGISTER AND PAY ONLINE

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San Joaquin Valley Spray Application Short Course

Nov 5, 2019

San Joaquin Valley Spray Application Short Course
November 12-14, 2019
Kearney Agricultural & Research Extension Center

Join us for this intensive 3-day short course on spray application research and extension, led by UC Cooperative Extension Specialist Peter Larbi.

Goals/Objectives:

Teach participants about improving agricultural productivity while reducing the impact of pesticides and other agricultural chemicals on the environment.
Share knowledge of best practices for safe, economical, and environmentally sound pesticide spray application.

$400 registration fee includes two in-classroom lecture days and one outdoor, hands-on demonstration day as well as materials and most meals. The full agenda can be found here.

This event is open to the public. Please share broadly with your clientele or anyone who may be interested in attending.

UC Agriculture and Natural Resources | Download (1,136KB PDF)

San Joaquin Valley Spray Application Short Course, Nov. 12-14 at Kearney REC

Sep 26, 2019

Register today to attend the San Joaquin Valley Spray Application Short Course, November 12-14, 2019 at the Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension Center.

Join us for this intensive 3-day short course on spray application research and extension, led by CE Specialist Peter Larbi. Includes two in-classroom lecture days and one outdoor, hands-on demonstration day.

Goals/Objectives:

Teach participants about improving agricultural productivity while reducing the impact of pesticides and other agricultural chemicals on the environment.
Share knowledge of best practices for safe, economical, and environmentally sound pesticide spray application.

Register online before October 22 for the $750 Early Bird price.

Continuing Education credits from California Department of Pesticide Regulation and California Crop Advisors have been applied for and are pending approval.

Interested in becoming a Sponsor? Please complete the Sponsorship Form.

Contacts for more information:
Logistics and Registration – Julia Kalika, Program and Events Specialist, anrprogramsupport@ucanr.edu 530-750-1380

Course Content – Peter Ako Larbi, Assistant Cooperative Extension Specialist

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Summer 2019 Issue

Jul 16, 2019

In this issue...

Walnut Blackline
Howard Fallen Nuts
Grapes
Cherries
Apricots

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Meeting Notice: Honoring Larry Williams - A Program Focused on Vineyard Water Management

Apr 5, 2019

Save the Date: Thursday, April 18, 2019

Where: UC Davis Conference Center

When: 9:00am to 5:00pm

18-19 - Honoring Larry Williams: A Program Focused on Vineyard Water Management

Professor Larry Williams retired from UC Davis in June 2018 after 36 years in the Department of Viticulture and Enology. Please join us for a special seminar, honoring Larry, focused on irrigation and water management, topics near and dear to Larry’s heart. The day will consist of presentations focused on the latest research regarding optimal vine water management, a grapevine water status technology panel, and a vineyard management panel. The day will conclude with a keynote lecture from Emeritus Professor Larry Williams. This is a who’s who of water management and irrigation, a program not to be missed!

Please join us after the program for a wine and cheese reception in Larry’s honor. This is the perfect opportunity to interact with Larry and all of the speakers.

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Walnut Nitrogen and Irrigation Management Field Day

Mar 27, 2019

WALNUT NITROGEN AND IRRIGATION MANAGEMENT FIELD DAY
TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 2019
10:00 AM – 12:15 PM
ALPINE PACIFIC NUT COMPANY, 6413 E KEYES RD, HUGHSON, CA

9:30 AM – 10:00 AM Registration and Coffee

10:00 AM – 12:15 PM 30-Minute Rotating Stations

1. Results from Walnut Field Study on Nitrogen Movement Past the Root Zone
Michael L. Johnson, Ph.D., MLJ Environmental

2. The Science and Art of Efficiently Fertigating with Nitrogen and Other Crop Nutrients
William D. Jones, Agricultural Consultant, CURES Agronomist

3. Nitrogen Fertigation Equipment and Operation
William C. Green, Center for Irrigation Technology (CIT), CSU Fresno

4. Walnuts and the 4Rs for Nitrogen Management: Right Time, Place, Amount and Product
Katherine Jarvis-Shean, Ph.D., University of California Cooperative Extension

12:15 PM – 12:30 PM Sign out and Certificate Distribution

2 hours Continuing Education Units for self-certified growers
Please email register@curesworks.org or call (916) 798-8003 to RSVP

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San Joaquin Valley Weed Days in April

Mar 11, 2019

Good Afternoon

There are two scheduled San Joaquin Valley Weed Days in April (4/2 and 4/11). Please see link at the bottom of this email for more information.

Thank you

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UCCE Stanislaus County IPM Breakfast Meetings resume March 6

Mar 1, 2019

Good afternoon

Our University of California Cooperative Extension Tree & Vine IPM Breakfast meetings will begin again next Wednesday, March 6. These informal discussions focus on real-time insect and disease issues and their management. They are held every first and third Wednesday morning from March through June from 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. at the Old Mill Café, 600 9^th Street in Modesto. One hour of continuing education credit is offered at each meeting. There is no charge – just buy your own breakfast and tip the waitress! If you have questions or would like to sponsor the $45 fee for CE credits, please call our office at 209-525-6800.

Best wishes,

Roger Duncan
Pomology Advisor and Director
UC Cooperative Extension, Stanislaus County
raduncan@ucdavis.edu
209-525-6800
cestanislaus.ucdavis.edu

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Grapevine Production Short Course

Jan 18, 2019

Grapevine Production Short Course

February 12-15, 2019
Springhill Suites Napa, CA and Oakville Experimental Vineyard Oakville, CA
UC Davis

Plan to join us for this integrated vineyard management short course featuring UC faculty, Cooperative Extension specialists and farm advisors, and USDA researchers who will provide an in-depth, comprehensive study of all phases of grapevine culture and production.

The program is based on the latest information and research and will cover the fundamental principles that form the basis for practical decisions and include Q&A for each session, quality time with instructors and networking opportunities.

Who should attend: New and experienced growers as well as other industry members interested in commercial grape production.

$1200 Registration Fee Includes

Four full days of instruction with hands-on demonstrations in the vineyard
Transportation to Oakville Experiment Station
An electronic binder of all presentations
DPR (PCA) & CCA credits (pending approval)
Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments all four days of the course

Register to learn more about:

Vineyard planning, design, and development
Grapevine variety and rootstock selection
Evaluation and modification of water and soils
Grapevine training, pruning and canopy management
Physiology of the grapevine
Irrigation scheduling
Proper use and maintenance of irrigation systems

Mineral nutrition and fertilization
Management of weeds and vertebrate pests
Integrated pest manage
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Walnut News January 2019

Jan 10, 2019

Contents of Walnut News Newsletter:

Quad-County Walnut Institute
February 5, 2019

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2019 San Joaquin Valley Grape Symposium

Dec 3, 2018

Hello All,

REMINDER!

The 2019 San Joaquin Valley Grape Symposium will be held at the CPDES Hall in Easton, CA on January 9, 2019.

Please see agenda for more information. To register online and pay by credit, click here.

Cost: $15.00 includes meeting, proceedings, and lunch.

$20.00 at the door - cash/check only, as the facility does not have the ability to take credit cards. Late fee does not include lunch or proceedings.

Hope to see you there!

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Advances in Walnut Production Short Course

Sep 18, 2018

Good morning

The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources and Cooperative Extension is pleased to announce the upcoming Walnut Production Short Course. Over the course of three days, you will learn the latest in research and information involving walnut culture and production. Please see the following link for more information and registration:

http://ucanr.edu/walnutcourse

Thank you

Kari Arnold

UCCE Area Orchard and Vineyard Systems, Stanislaus County

3800 Cornucopia Way, Suite A Modesto, CA 95358

Office: (209) 525-6800

email: klarnold@ucanr.edu

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2018 Western Pecan Production Short Course, hosted by New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, NM

Jul 23, 2018

Short course features:

Three full days in the “classroom” with lectures to cover horticulture, pest control, economics, and related aspects of pecan production from start to finish, plus a full-day field trip to pecan farms.

Cost: $300 short course only, $400 short course and field trip

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Tree Fruit Orchard Tour

Jun 1, 2018

This tour will explore the use of harvest aids and mechanization for improving efficiency and reducing labor costs in tree fruit production. We will travel to several orchards to see and discuss trellis systems and platforms for harvesting and managing pear, cherry, and apple orchards. Researchers from Washington State University will share results of their work with harvest-assist machines and their effects on productivity, efficiency, and bruising. Researchers and growers will discuss lessons learned from trellis designs and spacing that facilitate mechanization and maximize efficiency.

Special Guests: Matt Whiting (WSU Extension Horticulturist) and Karen Lewis (WSU Tree Fruit Specialist) Organized by UC Cooperative Extension Funding: Calif. Apple Commission, Calif. Cherry Advisory Board, and Calif. Pear Advisory Board

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Walnut Pruning Trial Field Day

May 8, 2018

Agenda for Walnut Pruning Trial Field Day

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Walnut News & Fruit for Thought

Apr 13, 2018

Spring Issue of Walnut, Grapes, Apricot, and Cherry news.

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2018 Quad County Walnut Day

Feb 12, 2018

Agenda for the 2018 Quad County Walnut Day

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February 2015

Feb 24, 2015
- 45th Annual Quad-County Walnut Institute, Thursday, March 12
- Ground Squirrels
- Orchard Sanitation
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August 2014

Jul 30, 2014
- Codling Moth Management Meeting
  Thursday, August 14, 2014
- Field Meeting - Identifying & Managing Bot Dieback in Walnuts
  Thursday, August 21, 2014
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February 2014

Feb 14, 2014
- 44th Annual Quad County Walnut Institute
  Thursday, March 6, 2014 / 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
  San Joaquin County Ag Center / Evelyn Costa Assembly Room
  2101 E. Earhart Ave., Stockton, CA 95206
- Tree & Vine IPM Breakfast Meetings
  1st & 3rd Wednesdays, March - June
  Old Mill Cafe
  600 9th St., Modesto
  starting March 5, 2014
  7:00 - 8:00 a.m.
- Orchard Compaction
- Tree Planting
- Scale Pests
- Naval Orangeworm (NOW)
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43rd Annual Quad-County Walnut Institute

Jan 29, 2013

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Tree & Vine IPM Update Breakfast Meetings

Apr 12, 2012

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February 2012

Jan 9, 2012

* Quad County Walnut Institute
* Orchard Compaction
* Tree Planting
* Scale Pests

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Low Emissions Nut Harvesting Field Day

Sep 30, 2011

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February 2011

Feb 10, 2011
Quad-County Walnut Institute Meeting
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July 2009

Jul 13, 2009
Ag Technology Field Day & Irrigation & Trade Show Meeting
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March 2009

Mar 2, 2009
*Tri-County Walnut Institute 03/17/09 *Walnut Blight *Coddling Moth *Ground Squirrels *Orchard Sanitation *Newly Planted Tree Care *Zinc *Pest Hotline *IPM Update Breakfast Meetings Resume
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August 2008

Aug 8, 2008
Walnut Grower Field Day 08/18/08
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Tree & Vine 24 Hour Pest Phone Hotline

Jun 4, 2008
The latest development updates on key tree & vine pests.
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February, 2008

Feb 15, 2008
Walnut News
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Tree & Vine IPM Update Breakfast Meetings

Jun 27, 2011
March 1 - June 21, 2006
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36th Annual Tri-County Walnut Institute

Jun 27, 2011

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9th ANNUAL NUT INDUSTRY EXPO

Jun 27, 2011
Stanislaus County Fairgrounds Wednesday, November 9th, 2005
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Fall 2005

Apr 16, 2009
Harvest and postharvest topics
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2005 Walnut Meeting

Jun 12, 2008
35th Annual Tri-County Walnut Meeting Friday, March 25, 2005
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2021 California Cherry Research Review - January 26, 2021

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2020 SJV Grape Symposium

Grapevine Production Short Course

$1200 Registration Fee Includes

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