Episode 404 | August 23, 2022 | Citrus Mealybug, ’Adopt a Tree’ Program
On this week’s MyAgLife in Citrus episode, we hear about citrus mealybug’s threat to the San Joaquin Valley. Additionally, Vicky Boyd reports on Almond Girl Jenny’s ‘Adopt a Tree’ program.
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Episode 403 | August 22, 2022 | Almond Stockpile Management, Railroad Safety Measures
On this week’s MyAgLife in Almonds episode, we hear how processors and even growers can manage their stockpiles. Additionally, Kylie Harlan reports on the importance of ag personnel knowing their way around a railroad.
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Episode 402 | August 19, 2022 | Soil Health Sampling Protocols, Preview Of September’s Crop Consultant Conference
On today’s episode, we hear about proper protocols for soil health sampling and testing, including the best times to do so. Additionally, we get another look at speaker topics for next month’s Crop Consultant Conference in Visalia.
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Episode 401 | August 18, 2022 | Reduced Tillage Study, Identifying Weedy Rice
On today’s episode, Vicky Boyd reports on a long-term study on reduced tillage as well as more recent efforts to reward growers who adopt “reduced disturbance systems.” Additionally, we hear about the importance of identifying and reporting weedy ric…
Episode 400 | August 17, 2022 | Walnut Wednesday; Walnut Breeding Opportunities, Rice Field Day
On this week’s Walnut Wednesday episode, we hear about new walnut breeding opportunities in the state. Additionally, Vicky Boyd talks with Dustin Harrell, director of the Rice Experiment Station, as he previews the upcoming August 31st Rice Field Day…
Episode 399 | August 16, 2022 | The Interesting Trend Being Seen in the Biological Product Market
On today’s episode, Verdesian CCA JW Lemons discusses the upwards trend in demand for biological products (despite high input prices) and why this trend is likely here to stay.
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Episode 398 | August 15, 2022 | MyAgLife in Almonds, Beneficial Bug Drone Application
On this week’s MyAgLife in Almonds segment, we hear about important pre-harvest prep considerations. Additionally, Vicky Boyd reports on a company using drones to apply predatory mites and other beneficial insects.
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Episode 397 | August 12, 2022 | Crop Consultant Conference Preview, New Grape Varieties Resist Pierce’s Disease
On today’s episode, we get our first preview of the kind of valuable information consultants can expect to hear at this year’s upcoming Crop Consultant Conference in Visalia, Calif. Additionally, Kylie Harlan reports on a recent grape field day showc…
Episode 396 | August 11, 2022 | Tech Thursday, Drought in the Sac Valley
On this week’s Tech Thursday episode, we hear about a new machine learning model that can detect a pesticide’s toxicity toward honeybees. Additionally, Vicky Boyd reports on how the drought continues to affect the Sacramento Valley.
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Episode 395 | August 10, 2022 | Walnut Wednesday; Reenergizing California’s Walnut Industry
On today’s episode, Cathy Merlo talks with new California Walnut Board and Commission leader Robert Verloop on his plans to reenergize the state’s walnut industry.
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