Russell Putlin of Catalera joins Jay Visser to discuss how biological crop protection products are evolving to meet grower expectations. Putlin explains what separates proven biological tools from marketing claims, where biologicals fit alongside conventional chemistry, and why formulation, field validation and performance are driving greater adoption. He also shares what growers and PCAs should look for when evaluating biological products and where he sees the industry headed in the coming years.
Peter Wren-Hilton, CEO of Wharf42 and organizer of the Salinas Biological Summit, joins MyAgLife to discuss how biological crop protection has evolved from a niche concept to a growing part of modern agriculture. He explains why Brazil has become a global leader in biological adoption, the regulatory challenges facing U.S. companies, and what California growers and crop consultants should know as biological products continue to expand their role in crop production.
Assemblyman David Tangipa joins Jason Scott on MyAgLife to discuss the biggest issues facing California agriculture, including water, SGMA, regulatory costs and grower representation in Sacramento. Tangipa shares why he believes farmers need a stronger voice in policy discussions and offers his perspective on the future of California agriculture and rural communities.
Reports of low nut set have surfaced in some pistachio orchards this season, leaving growers searching for answers. In this episode, Kristin Platts sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Fichtner, UC Cooperative Extension farm advisor for Tulare County, to discuss the connection between pollination, bloom timing and spring weather conditions. Fichtner explains how unusually warm temperatures may have affected pollen viability, flower receptivity and ultimately nut set, while sharing insights into what researchers and growers are learning from this year's crop.
Catch Elizabeth's session at Pistachio Day on June 17 at the International AgriCenter in Tulare. Registration is free: https://myaglife.com/pistachio-day/
UCCE Orchard Systems Advisor Franz Niederholzer joins MyAgLife to preview his upcoming Almond Day presentation at the Fresno Fairgrounds on June 3. As almond growers head into the critical pre-harvest period, small management decisions can have a big impact on both this year's crop and next year's yield potential.
In this Almond Day preview, Franz Niederholzer discusses irrigation management, nutrient considerations, hull rot risk, orchard stress during summer heat and why growers should already be thinking about next season's crop. He also highlights one relatively inexpensive practice that can deliver a strong return on investment.
Hear Franz's full presentation at Almond Day on June 3 at the Fresno Fairgrounds. Learn more and register: MyAgLife Events
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Roger Isom, CEO of the Western Tree Nut Association, joins Jay Visser on MyAgLife to talk about his upcoming session at Almond Day on June 3rd in Fresno. They break down major California ag regulatory updates and the policy issues shaping the future for growers and processors.
Today Jay Visser sits down with Daniel Abruzzini, Market Development Specialist for Corteva. They discuss potential for nematode damage, and how to control nematodes, both with and beyond fumigants.
In this MyAgLife conversation, Steve Mora, Principal at Heritage Insurance Agency, shares what he’s hearing from growers across Northern California as they head into a new season. From labor costs and workers’ compensation to cybercrime, wire fraud and employment practices claims, Mora explains how ag risk is changing and what growers should be thinking about when reviewing their coverage. He also offers insight into California’s insurance market and practical steps operations can take to protect their bottom line.
Kristin Platts talks with with Russell Taylor of Live Earth Products and the Humic Products Trade Association at the 2025 Almond Conference for a quick update on new humic and biostimulant regulations. Taylor explains California’s recent label changes, national regulatory alignment and what growers can expect as new product claims roll out over the next two years.
Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Franz Niederholzer, UCCE farm advisor for Colusa and Sutter/Yuba counties, to discuss November almond management, including dormant spur sampling, protecting beneficials, fall potassium strategies, winter irrigation targets and more.
