Fruit & Nut Crops, Agricultural Production

Biology and Management of Horseweed and Hairy Fleabane in California

Horseweed and hairy fleabane are showing increased resistance to chemical controls, including glyphosate. By learning about their biology and other control alternatives, you can do a better job of keeping on top of this pest problem.

Publication Number:: 8314

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Brown Marmorated Stink Bug: Pest Notes for Home and Landscape

Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) is a nonnative pest introduced from Asia, possibly as early as the mid-1990s. Its feeding causes economic damage to a variety of fruits, nuts and ornamentals. Learn how to identify, manage, and control this insect pest.

Publication Number:: 74169

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Covercrops for California Agriculture - PDF

For many agricultural soils, cover crops offer the only means of supplying the organic matter needed to keep the soil in a high state of productivity. Learn how to select an grow the cover crop that is right for your situation.

Publication Number:: 21471

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Dates - Imported and American Varieties of Dates in the United States

This is the first comprehensive account of all of the varieties of dates and the date palm industry in the United States; an invaluable reference for growers and palm enthusiasts worldwide.

Publication Number:: 3498

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Diseases of Temperate Zone Tree Fruit and Nut Crops

Classic encyclopedic work on the diseases and disorders affecting pome fruits, stone fruits, nuts, olives, figs and others grown in temperate zone areas.

Publication Number:: 3345

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Fig: UC IPM Pest Management Guidelines

Download a free copy of these UC-approved guidelines for pest monitoring techniques, pesticide use, and nonpesticide alternatives -- essential tools for anyone making pest management decisions in the field.

Publication Number:: 3447

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Grape Pest Management—Third Edition

This comprehensive update to the classic includes several new invasive species that are now major pests. More than 70 experts have consolidated the latest scientific studies and research into one handy reference.

Publication Number:: 3343

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How to Reduce Bee Poisoning from Pesticides

Discusses methods to protect bees from hazards associated with pesticide application.

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Publication Number:: PNW591

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Kiwifruit Growing and Handling

This comprehensive guide covers the physiology of the kiwi; establishing a vineyard; cultural practices including irrigation, pollination, nutrition, fertilization, pest management; handling, cooling, storage, distribution, and marketing.

Publication Number:: 3344

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Kiwifruit: UC IPM Pest Management Guidelines

Download a free copy of these UC-approved guidelines for pest monitoring techniques, pesticide use, and nonpesticide alternatives -- essential tools for anyone making pest management decisions in the field.

Publication Number:: 3449

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Leaffooted Bug: Pest Notes for Home and Landscape

Leaffooted bugs feed on fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants. The adult bug is 3/4 to 1 inch long and has flattened areas on its back legs that look something like small leaves. This free publication will help you recognize and manage this pest.

Publication Number:: 74168

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Olive Production Manual for Oil

The olive oil industry in California has undergone a sea change over the last decade, with acreage of oil olives surpassing that of table olives. Now UC experts turn their expertise to this important market.

Publication Number:: 3559

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Passive Frost Protection of Trees and Vines

Freezing temperatures can have a devastating effect on tree and vine crop production. Proper management of your orchard or vineyard before a frost night can minimize potential damage. These management practices are called "passive protection."

Publication Number:: 21429e

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Pistachio Production Manual

The combined knowledge of 42 experts and years of research and field trials are brought to fruition in this 321 page manual. From an overview of the state of the industry to physiological disorders, the 8-part manual covers everything you need to know.

Publication Number:: 3545

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Pomegranate: UC IPM Pest Management Guidelines

Download a free copy of these UC-approved guidelines for pest monitoring techniques, pesticide use, and nonpesticide alternatives -- essential tools for anyone making pest management decisions in the field.

Publication Number:: 3474

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Postharvest Technology of Horticultural Crops—Third Edition

The definitive manual on postharvest technology; an invaluable resource for anyone involved in handling and storing fresh fruits, vegetables, and ornamentals worldwide. Appendix, 154 color photos, 184 black-and-white photos, 111 graphs and illustrations.

Publication Number:: 3311

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Reducing Runoff from Irrigated Lands: Managing Existing Sprinkler . . .

If you experience runoff from an existing sprinkler-irrigated orchard, changing the design and set-up of the sprinkler system, the management of the sprinkler system, or the management of the orchard floor may reduce the amount.

Publication Number:: 8215

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Reducing Runoff from Irrigated Lands: Orchard Floor Management Practices...

Water-induced erosion carries valuable soil out of orchards and into downstream waterways, where it can cause serious problems. Learn how to keep your soil where it will do you the most good.

Publication Number:: 8202

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Reducing Runoff from Irrigated Lands: Understanding Your Orchard's Water . . .

A simple way to determine the proper irrigation amount is to estimate the amount of water the trees have used, evapotranspiration (ET), since the last irrigation. Learn how to easily calculate real-time ET rates using data provided by CIMIS.

Publication Number:: 8212

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Tree Fruit Pest Identification and Monitoring Cards

Carry these pocket-sized laminated cards in the field to identify and monitor major insect and mite pests and several important diseases.

Publication Number:: 3426

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Water Disinfection: A Practical Approach to . . . Preharvest and Postharvest

Water is used to irrigate, wash, and transport produce before and after harvest. This publication tells how to keep that water clean and free of pathogens.

Publication Number:: 7256

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