Produced by Roger Duncan, Pomology and Viticulture Advisor, Stanislaus County. You can receive email notification when the next newsletter is posted.
Pacific Flathead Borer Field Day
Nov 7, 2024
Pacific flatheaded borer (Chrysobothris mali, Family Buprestidae) has become an increasing pest problem in walnut orchards in the last decade. The adult (beetle) lays eggs on the branches, and larvae feed on the cambium layer, weakening and wilting the branches. In addition to tree stress from environmental factors, high heat in the summer months exacerbates the problem – we observed a high incidence of this in the 2024 season.
In the last 5 years, we have been researching this pest's biology and seasonal phenology and developing monitoring and management strategies. In the field meeting, we will share IPM information about this pest. Also, demonstrate how to identify the pest and its damage symptoms in the orchard.
2-hour DPR and CCA credits have been approved. Please register to join the field meeting on Thursday, November 21, 2024
https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=43884
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A visual guide to identifying invasive carpophilus beetle damage in almonds: differentiating carpop
Aug 19, 2024
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Carpophilus Extension Event
Jul 3, 2024
“The carpophilus beetle California workgroup is organizing a Zoom webinar on July 9, 3-6 pm to inform California’s nut crop growers and industries about the newly invasive pest. In this webinar, we coordinated with research scientists, growers, and industry professionals from Australia to share their knowledge and experiences dealing with the carpophilus beetle in the last 10 years. I hope you will be able to join this informational session.
Please register using this link:
https://ucr.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VQNkKaG5Tyu97IuLz7XN-A#/registration
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The Scoop on Fruits and Nuts - Summer 2024
Jun 28, 2024
In this issue:
- Roger Duncan Retiring July 1, 2024
- Recent Field Trial in Stanislaus County
- First Detection of Red Leaf Blotch: A New Disease of Almond in California
- Irrigation Management for Non-Bearing Walnuts
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Farmer/Rancher Program Flyer
May 20, 2024
Please see attached flyer regarding the Farmer/Rancher program:
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The Scoop on Fruits and Nuts - Fall 2023
Oct 30, 2023
In this issue:
- A Retrospective Look at 2023: Navel Orangeworm Damage at Harvest in Almonds
- Tight Budget? Consider Not Pruning Bearing Almond Orchards
- Salt Leaching in Orchards and Vineyards.
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The Scoop on Fruits and Nuts - Summer 2023
Jun 27, 2023
In This Issue:
- Navel Orangeworm (NOW) Hull Split Spray Considerations 2023
- Irrigation Non-uniformity is Unimportant Under Certain Situations in Orchards
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2023 North San Joaquin Valley Almond Day - January 12, 2023
Dec 16, 2022
In this issue:
- Almond Day 2023 Agenda
- Upcoming IPM Breakfast Meeting Dates
Download (932KB PDF)
Registration Open for Airblast Sprayer Calibration Training @ KARE Center
Oct 12, 2022
REGISTER TODAY!
What?: Airblast Sprayer Calibration Training
When?: November 18, 2022
Where?: UC Kearney Ag Center, Parlier, CA
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Airblast Sprayer Calibration Training is a 4-hour hands-on sprayer calibration training involving classroom and field exercises. It will cover sprayer calibration steps, methods, and calculations with worked examples, including use of a decision support tool. This training will focus on axial airblast sprayer applications directed to citrus (and other tree and vine) canopies; no herbicide boom sprayer applications.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
3.5 of 'Other' CEUs pending approval from California Department of Pesticide Regultions (DPR).
Registration
Download
(1,023KB PDF)
Open to the public, but registration is required, and space is limited.
Biologically Integrated Orchards Systems (BIOS): Effective IPM Strategies for Major Walnut Pests
Jul 5, 2022
Tuesday, July 12, 2022 - 9:00 AM
Location: Blossom Farms - 11227 East 8 Mile Road, Stockton, CA 95212
Info: ecologicalfarming@caff.org
Community Alliance with Family Farmers invites you to a free, in-person event on Biologically Integrated Orchard Systems (BIOS), covering a variety of IPM strategies in walnuts for major pests. Topics may include:
- IPM options for walnut pests including navel orangeworm, codling moth, spider mites, and husk fly
- Cover cropping for beneficials as a method of pest control
- Bird habitat for effective pest management in walnuts
Featured Speakers:
Mike Devencenzi, Devencenzi Ag Pest Management & Research, PCA
Randy Rajkovich, Blossom Farm, Grower
Jhalendra Rijal, UC Cooperative Extension IPM Advisor
2 DPR CEUs applied for
Coffee and donuts will be provided
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Advances in Pistachio Water Management Workshop - July 7th, 2022
Jun 16, 2022
Advances in Pistachio Water Management Workshop
UC ANR and the Pistachio Research Board are hosting a water management for pistachio workshop July 7th at the International Agri-Center in Tulare, CA.
Date: July 7th, 2022
Location: International Agri-Center
4500 South Laspina Street - Tulare, CA 93274
With: UC Cooperative Extension, UC Davis, California Pistachio Research Board, CDFA
Registration: $60.00
(Includes Includes participation fee, coffee breaks, lunch meal, and access to workshop presentations)
Online Registration Link:
https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=37579
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Olive Oil Irrigation Field Day-June 1, 2022
May 4, 2022
Olive Oil Irrigation Field Day
A short, topical meeting sponsored
by the University of California Cooperative Extension and
the Olive Oil Commission of California (OOCC)
Wednesday June 1st, 2022. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Field Location Hosted by Marchini Farms:
4005 South Roberts Road, Stockton, CA 95206-9660
Follow signs on dirt road at S Roberts Rd, ¾ of a mile south of Hwy 4
(See attached flyer)
Register at: https://ucanr.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4OwQ3bbhoXeK5XU
Contact: mnouri@ucanr.edu
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The Scoop on Fruits and Nuts - April 2022
Apr 26, 2022
In this issue:
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Irrigating with a Limited Water Supply
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Research Update: Hemiptra "True Bugs" in Almond Orchards
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Nitrogen Management in Walnuts
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Announcements
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The Scoop, Early Release, Nitrogen Management in Walnuts
Apr 26, 2022
In this issue:
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Nitrogen Management in Walnuts
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Sacramento Valley Cover Crop Tour-Registration Required!
Feb 7, 2022
Thursday, March 3, 2022
8:00 AM-7:30 PM (includes dinner)
Departing from the Colusa County UCCE Office, 100 Sunrise Blvd. Suite E, Colusa, CA 95932
Join us for a tour of several cover crop sites in the Sacramento Valley including orchards and annual crop fields. Cover crop species, cultivars and mixes including legumes, grasses and brassicas will be showcased.
You’ll hear from farmers, extension specialists, and researchers on topics such as cover crop selection, equipment to manage cover crops, considerations for cover crop management, and building soil health.
Registration Information
Until February 1 registration is limited to farmers, ranchers, and producers.
The $50 registration fee includes morning refreshments, transportation, lunch, and dinner. Register Here!
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Update on Upcoming Meetings and Canceled Meetings
Feb 2, 2022
UPDATE ON UPCOMING MEETING AND CANCELED MEETINGS
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January 2022, Vol. 27.1 - Correction
Jan 18, 2022
In This Issue:
2022 Upcoming UCCE Events
- Cling Peach Day - Corrected start time (10:30 a.m.)
- California Cherry Research Review
- Quad County Walnut Institute
- North San Joaquin Valley Almond Day
- Statewide Virtual Walnut Series
- UCCE Tree & Vine IPM Breakfast Meetings
- Statewide Pistachio Day
- Lodi Grape Day
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SpraySafe 2021 - Nov. 17 - Nov. 19
Nov 16, 2021
Join our Zoom event and earn FREE CE hours and required trainings. Attend both for 6 hours!
SpraySafe 2021 - A Farmer to Farmer commitment to you (stanag-ce.org)
FARM EMPLOYEE SAFETY SEMINAR
WEDNESDAY 8:00AM NOVEMBER 17, 2021
SCHEDULE:
English and Spanish available!
- 8:00AM-9:00AM: Sexual Harassment Prevention
- 9:00AM-10:00AM: Pesticide Safety (CE Credit)
- 10:00AM-10:15AM: Break
- 10:15AM-11:15AM: Heat Illness Prevention (CE Credit)
- 11:015AM-12:15PM: Tractor Safety
Presented By: Cal Ag Safety and AgSafe
2 hours of Laws & Regulations
SPRAY SAFE
FRIDAY 8:00AM NOVEMBER 19, 2021
SCHEDULE:
- 8:00AM-9:00AM: Ag Commissioner Update -Stanislaus Ag Commissioner's Office
- 9:00AM-9:30AM: Nozzle Selection -TeeJet, Andy Hooper
- 9:30AM-10:00AM: Calibration -UC Ag & Natural Resources, Peter Ako Larbi
- 10:00AM-10:20AM: Break
- 10:20AM-10:50AM: Rodent Control -UC Davis, Roger Baldwin
- 10:50AM-11:20AM: Rodent Control -Stanislaus Ag Commissioner's Office
- 11:20AM-12:20PM: PR Top Violations -PR, Frankie Leon
4 HOURS OF CE CREDIT!
2.5 hours of Laws & Regulations
1.5 hour Other
Register Early!
All who RSVP will be enter
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2021 Sac Valley Orchard IPM Virtual Meeting - Thursday, November 4
Nov 1, 2021
2021 Sac Valley Orchard IPM Virtual Meeting
Thursday, November 4, 2021, 7:30 AM-11:00 AM PST
Who Should Attend: Anyone directly involved with pest and disease management in orchard production. We will discuss pest and disease issues including NOW management, mites management, wood cankers and other pests.
DPR Credits (Pending)
Contacts for more information:
Program: Katherine Jarvis-Shean, UC ANR Cooperative Extension, Sacramento-Solano-Yolo Counties
Registration and Virtual Meeting Assistance: Kellie McFarland, 530-750-1361, ANR Program Support
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UC Walnut Freeze Webinar Panel: Experiences & Lessons Learned
Nov 1, 2021
Virtual event via Zoom
Panel of UC experts and growers will discuss lessons learned from these past freeze events and how to prepare for the next sudden autumn freeze.
Add this event to your calendar. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants 3-5 business days before the event.
- We encourage you to participate in this very short survey provided by University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) regarding freeze damage in walnuts. The purpose of this survey is to gain greater understanding of freeze damage in walnuts.
- Learn more by reading the recent article Five Steps to Prepare for the Next Sudden Autumn Freeze.
Registration and Logistics: Sherry Cooper, UC ANR Program Support, 530-750-1361 (messages only)
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2021 Field Day: Nematode Management in Walnut and Almond
Oct 25, 2021
2021 Field Day: Nematode Management in Walnut and Almond
Where?: Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension Center, 9240 S.
Riverbend Ave, Parlier, CA 93648, ph: 559 646 6555
When?: Nematode management in WALNUT Nov. 30, 1:00 – 5: 00 PM
Nematode management in ALMOND Dec. 1, 8:00 AM – 12:00 noon
Who?: Field research representatives, farm advisor, PCAs,
growers, consultants (CEU application pending)
What?: Rootstock development; pre-plant soil treatments;
post-plant treatments …
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October 2021, Volume 26.2
Oct 25, 2021
In this issue:
- Walnut Updates
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Insecticide & Navel Orangeworm IPM
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Almond Variety Trial Update
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The Scoop on Fruits and Nuts - September 2021, UPDATE
Sep 10, 2021
In this issue:
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Update Walnut Mold
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Webinar: Grape Powdery Mildew Management and Challenges -
Jul 27, 2021
Webinar: Grape Powdery Mildew Management and Challenges
Wednesday, August 11, 1 PM - 3 PM
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UC Cooperative Extension Almond Field Day
Jun 14, 2021
In this issue...
- Almond Rootstock Field Day — June 23, 2021
- Almond Variety Trial Field Day — June 30, 2021
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2021 California Cling Peach Day - February 25!
Feb 4, 2021
Register now for the 2021 California Cling Peach Day!
Thursday, February 25, 9 AM - 12 PM
To register, click here!
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UCCE Virtual Statewide Walnut Series - February 16-17!
Jan 21, 2021
UCCE Virtual Statewide Walnut Series
February 16-17, 2021
Click here to register now or see the attached flyer for more details!
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Register Now for 2021 Virtual Lodi Grape Day - February 2! (updated links inside)
Jan 13, 2021
2021 Virtual Lodi Grape Day!
See flyer for links and details!
**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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Register Now for 2021 San Joaquin Valley Almond Day - January 14!
Jan 11, 2021
3 days until the 2021 San Joaquin Valley Almond Day!
Click here to register now!
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December 2020, Vol. 25.4
Dec 22, 2020
In this issue:
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Alternative Rootstalks
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Walnut Orchard Planting
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Flatheaded Borer Damage in Walnuts
Don't forget to register for the 2021 San Joaquin Valley Almond Day!
*See flyer in the newsletter for details
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2021 North San Joaquin Valley Almond Day
Dec 11, 2020
2021 North San Joaquin Valley Almond Day
Sponsored by the University of California Cooperative Extension
Virtual Meeting via Zoom
Thursday, January 14, 2021
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Register at http://ucanr.edu/regsjvalleyalmondday
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July 2020, Vol. 25.3
Aug 18, 2020
In this issue...
- IPM Task at Harvest: Identifying Insect Pest Damage Through Harvest Sampling
- Managing Walnut Mold
- Walnut Rootstocks
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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
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
Mar 17, 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 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
209-525-6800
cestanislaus.ucdavis.edu
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2020 Tree and Vine IPM Update 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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2020 North San Joaquin Valley Almond Day
Jan 7, 2020
2020 North San Joaquin Valley Almond Day
Sponsored by the University of California Cooperative Extension
Friday, January 31, 2020
8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Modesto Centre Plaza
1150 9th Street, Modesto
2.0 Hours of DPR Continuing Education Credits
3.5 Hours of CCA Hours
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UC Almond Short Course
Sep 30, 2019
UC Almond Short Course
November 5-7, 2019
Plan to join us for this integrated orchard
management short course featuring UC
faculty, Cooperative Extension specialists and
farm advisors, and USDA researchers who will
provide an in-depth, comprehensive class on
all phases of almond 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.
An optional Field Tour in Parlier, CA will follow
the short course.
Who should attend: New and experienced
growers as well as other industry members
interested in commercial almond production.
Download (635KB PDF)
San Joaquin Valley Spray Application Short Course
Sep 30, 2019
San Joaquin Valley Spray Application Short Course, Nov. 12-14 at Kearney REC Contents:
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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Almond Rootstock Field Day
Jul 9, 2019
When: July 17, 2019, 9:00-10:00 a.m.
Where: 10061 Vineyard Avenue, Westley, CA
What: Walk through an 8th leaf orchard featuring Nonpareil on 16 rootstocks grown under "typical" West Side farming conditions: heavy, high pH, clay-loam soil irrigated with water sometimes high in chloride and boron.
We will discuss tree performance including salt tolerance, anchorage, tree size and yield. Rootstocks include: Lovell, Nemaguard, Empyrean 1, Hansen, Brights #5, BB 106, Viking, Atlas, Krymsk 86, and Rootpac R.
Questions? Contact Roger Duncan, 209-525-6800
Please follow link at bottom of email for more information.
Thank you
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Upcoming Field Days
Mar 1, 2019
Good afternoon
There are two field days coming up that are related to almonds. Please view the attached program fliers for more information:
Spring Almond Nutrient and Water Management Field Day
March 19, 2019 - 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Bowman Farms
5737 California Ave
Modesto, CA
Almond Orchard Cover Crop Field Day
March 21, 2019 - 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
7250 Fox Rd
Winton, CA, 95388
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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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 9th 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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North San Joaquin Valley Cling Peach Day
Jan 17, 2019
In This Issue:
- North San Joaquin Valley Cling Peach Day
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2019 North San Joaquin Valley Almond Day
Jan 8, 2019
North San Joaquin Valley Almond Day 2019
Topics include:
- Advances in Mating Disruption for Navel Orangeworm Management
Dr. Jhalendra Rijal, IPM Advisor, UCCE Stanislaus County - Detection and Management of Band Canker
Dr. Themis Michailides, Plant Pathology Specialist,
UC Kearney Ag Center - Use of Compost in Young Orchards – Soil Changes and Tree Response
Roger Duncan, Farm Advisor, UCCE Stanislaus County - Nitrogen Needs for First Leaf Almonds Following Whole Orchard Recycling
Dr. Brent Holtz, Farm Advisor, UCCE San Joaquin County - Almond Spur Dynamics – Maintaining Orchard Productivity Dr. Bruce Lampinen, UCCE Specialist, UC Davis
- Using Soil & Water Analyses in Orchard Management Decisions Dr. Mae Culumber, Farm Advisor, UCCE Fresno County
- Improving Spray Coverage for More Effective Pest Management Dr. Franz Niederholzer, Farm Advisor, UCCE Sutter, Yuba & Colusa Counties
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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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2018 North San Joaquin Valley Almond Day
Jan 11, 2018
A comprehensive speaker list, with starting time, for the 2018 North San Joaquin Valley Almond Day.
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Marie Harter, August 2017
Aug 8, 2017
Please read the attached letter from County Director, Roger Duncan.
Download (73KB PDF)
Almond Day 2/7/17
Jan 24, 2017
NSJV Almond Day
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
8:00 a.m. — 12 noon
Modesto Centre Plaza
1150 9th Street Modesto, CA
Publications for sale at this event:
Almond Production Manual • IPM for Almond • Pest and Weed ID cards
The Pesticide Safety Manual - NEW 3rd edition • Plus more
Download (221KB PDF)
July 2016
Jul 11, 2016
- Almond Rootstock Field Day for West Side Growers
- Introduction of New Pest Management Advisor
- Summary of Insect Monitoring in Nut & Fruit Crops: Summer Update
- Almond Short Course
Download (1,474KB PDF)
Almond Shortcourse
Jun 23, 2016
Almond Short Course
November 8-10, 2016
Modesto Centre Plaza
1000 L Street
Modesto, CA
Download (842KB PDF)
January 2016
Jan 13, 2016
2016 North San Joaquin Valley Almond Day
Modesto Centre Plaza
1150 9th Street, Modesto, CA
Thursday, February 4, 2016
8:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Download (1,204KB PDF)
Spray Safe Event
Nov 2, 2015
Spray Safe Event
Fri. 11/20/2015
7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
MJC Ag Pavillion
Download (787KB PDF)
January 2015
Jan 22, 2015
- 2015 North San Joaquin Valley Almond Day - February 10
- Bacterial Spot of Almond
- Dormant Sprays not Reducing Lower Limb Dieback
- Tree & Vine IPM Breakfast Meetings continue
Download (3,539KB PDF)
November
Nov 21, 2014
- North San Joaquin Valley Cling Peach Day
- Job Opportunity
- Donate
- North San Joaquin Valley Almond Day
Download (1,003KB PDF)
March 2014
Mar 27, 2014
- Drought Irrigation Strategies for Peaches & Almonds
- Tree & Vine IPM Breakfast Meetings Continue
Download (266KB PDF)
January, 2014
Jan 8, 2014
2014 North San Joaquin Valley Almond Day
Robert J. Cabral Ag Center
2101 E. Earhart Ave.
Stockton, CA
Thursday, February 6, 2014
8:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
1.5 DPR continuing education hours pending3.0 CCA hours pending
Download (812KB PDF)
November 2013
Nov 26, 2013
- Cling Peach Day
Stanislaus County Ag Center, Harvest Hall
3800 Cornucopia Way, Modesto, CA
Thurs. 12/12/13, 8:30 - 12:00 - Bacterial Spot Management
- New Rulings for Piece-Rate Paid Employees
- Update on Minimal Pruning Trial
Download (341KB PDF)
Mite Identification Workshop
Nov 15, 2013
Mite Identification & Management Workshop
for Pest Control Advisors & IPM Private Applicators
Thursday, Novemer 21, 2013
3800 Cornucopia Way, Harvest Hall
Modesto, CA
There is a $70- Registration Fee
Download (166KB PDF)
Mite Identification & Management Workshop
Oct 15, 2013
Stanislaus County Agricultural Center, Harvest Hall
3800 Cornucopia Way, Modesto
Thursday, November 21
8:00 a.m. -12:45 p.m.
$70- Registration
For more info contact Roger Duncan (209) 525-6800
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Spray Safe Program Workshop Nov. 7, 2013
Oct 15, 2013
Spray Safe Program Workshop
Thursday, November 7th, 2013
Stanislaus County Ag Center, Harvest Hall
3800 Cornucopia Way, Modesto
8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
3.5 CEU's of Laws & Regs
Doors open at 7:30 a.m.
Program starts at 8:00 a.m.
No pre-registration required.
For more information call Roger Duncan at (209) 525-6800.
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2013 NSJV Almond Day
Jan 23, 2013
2013 Northern San Joaquin Valley Almond Day
February 15, 2013 / 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Martin Peterson Event Center
720 12th Street, Modesto, CA
Download (178KB PDF)
December 2012
Nov 21, 2012
In this issue:
- North San Joaquin Valley Peach Day, December 20, 2012
Stanislaus County Ag Center, Harvest Hall, Modesto - Update on Almond Minimal Pruning Experiment
- Educational Opportunities
- Agritourism Intensive
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May 2012
May 22, 2012
In this issue . . .
* Summer Almond Field Day, June 1, in Ballico
* Rust Beginning to Show in Almond Orchards
* Nitrogen Use Efficiency in Almonds
* Poor Piece-Rate Design: Paying the Same Per Tree
* Just Published . . .
* Tree & Vine IPM Breakfast Meetings
* Weed Day 2012, July 19, Buehler Alumni Center, UC Davis
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November 2011
Dec 5, 2011
* Cling Peach Day - Dec. 13th, Stanislaus County Ag Center
* Management of Peach Leaf Curl
* Herbicide Resistant Weeds
* Pre- and Postemergent Herbicides Registered in Almonds
* North San Joaquin Valley Almond Day - Feb 1, 2012
New Location - Martin Petersen Event Center, 720 12th St, Modesto
* New Publications Available
Download (1,558KB PDF)
Peach Blossom Thinner Demo Field Day
Feb 18, 2011
*Results from 2 years of local field trials *Demonstration of string blossom thinner *Try the machine in your orchardDownload (PDF)
Scoop on Fruits and Nuts, January 2011
Jan 11, 2011
2011 North San Joaquin Valley Almond DayDownload (PDF)
December 2010
Dec 8, 2010
* Cling Peach Meeting 12/15/2010 * Update on Minimal Pruning of Almonds * Weed Susceptiblility Chart * Newsletter Renewal FormDownload (PDF)
May 2010
May 17, 2010
*Almond Production & Pest Management Field Day 05/27/2010 *2010 Cool Spring Leads to Long Growing Season & Large Fruit *Mechanical Blossom Thinner to Reduce Peach Labor Costs *Powdery Mildew of Peach-Pathogens, Biology & ManagementDownload (PDF)
Tree & Vine IPM Update Breakfast Meetings
Mar 1, 2010
The breakfast meetings will begin on March 17th. See the attached flyer for more information.Download (DOC)
January 2010
Jan 13, 2010
* 2010 NSJV Almond Day * Assessment of Multiple Approaches for Controlling Gophers in Orchards * Training First Leaf Trees * Silver Leaf Disease * Varietal Wine Grape Production Short Course-Feb. 23-25, 2010 UC DavisDownload (PDF)
November 2009
Nov 2, 2009
* NSJV Cling Peach Day * Pruning Almond Trees * Blue Orchard Bee Workshop * NSJV Almond DayDownload (PDF)
June 2009
Jun 12, 2009
Summer Almond Meeting 06/17/09 Peach IPM In-Field Workshop 06/19/09Download (PDF)
February, 2009
Feb 23, 2009
*Fungicide Resistance Problems *Almond Fungicide Efficacy 2009 *Almond/Peach/Nectarine Treatment Timing *Peach/Nectarine Fungicide Efficacy 2009 *Chilling Hours *IPM Update Breakfast Meetings ResumeDownload (PDF)
Almond Day & Winegrape Shortcourse
Jan 12, 2009
2009 NSJV Almond Day & Varietal Winegrape Production ShortcourseDownload (PDF)
December, 2008
Nov 26, 2008
NSJV Cling Peach Seminar December 4, 2008 8:30-12:00 Stanislaus County Ag CenterDownload (PDF)
24 Hour Pest Phone Hotline
Jun 4, 2008
Hear the latest pest development updates. New info posted every Tuesday. Call (209) 525-6841Download (DOC)
May 2008
May 21, 2008
Summary of University of California Research on Irrigaiton Management for almond Trees Under Drought ConditionsDownload (PDF)
January 2008
Dec 10, 2008
Almond Day Jan. 22, 2008 Dormant Sprays Reduced Hazard Dormant Spray Options New ANR Publications New Viticulture Website Interpersonal Negotiation Skills Upcoming MeetingsDownload (PDF)
January 2007, part 2
Dec 27, 2007
Insert Charts: Susceptibility of Weeds to Herbicides Registered in Almonds in CaliforniaDownload (PDF)
January 2007, part 1
Dec 26, 2007
Almond Day, January 25, 2007; Grape Day, February 9, 2007; New Fertigation Publication; Peach Leaf Curl; ChillingDownload (DOC)
August 2006 Revision in Hull Samples article
Jun 27, 2011
*Lower Limb Dieback Update *Hull Samples ("Wait until harvest to collect") *Mite Alert *Pre-Plant Fumigation Pays *In Search of New Fumigation TrialsDownload (PDF)
May, 2006
Jun 27, 2011
Article: Thin Lightly for Maximum Yield New Publication: Fertigation with Microirrigation Upcoming Events: Peach Field Day 05/18/06 Almond Field Day 05/31/06Download (PDF)
January 2006
Jun 27, 2011
North San Joaquin Valley Almond DayStanislaus/Merced Bi-County Winegrape Seminar
Download (PDF)
2005 North San Joaquin Valley Cling Peach Seminar
Jun 27, 2011
Tuesday, December 13, 2005, 8:30 a.m. – Noon, Stanislaus County Agricultural Center, Service and Crows Landing Roads, ModestoDownload (PDF)
October 2005
Jun 27, 2011
Fall Nutrition for Almonds & Stonefruit, Fall Urea Sprays, Glyphosate-Resistant Horseweed In California, Upcoming eventsDownload (PDF)
August 2005
Jun 27, 2011
Lower Limb Dieback Disease, Verticillium Wilt, Hull Rot, Pistachio ShortcourseDownload (PDF)
Tree & Vine IPM Update Breakfast Meetings
Jun 27, 2011
News release with dates of 2006 IPM breakfast meetings.Download (DOC)
September 2004
Jun 27, 2011
Fall Foliar Urea for Bacterial Canker Management, Fumigation for Replanted Orchards, Want Free Fumigation? Silverleaf Disease Management, Pruning First-Leaf Trees, Tree & Vine Loss Calculator Future CE SeminarsDownload (PDF)