- Author: Deanne Meyer
We had an incredible conference! More than 800 UC ANR members met in Fresno for our All ANR Conference. From individuals who start in fall, to those who are celebrating 40 years with ANR we had an incredible gathering. Secretary Karen Ross kicked off the event on Monday night with a captivating and challenging presentation. She also guided the Tuesday morning plenary panel. This set us up to participate in world café questions and provide input. This is the beginning of the visioning process. There will be many more opportunities for everyone in ANR to participate in the year ahead.
A HUGE thank you to everyone for participating. Gratitude and appreciation go to Program Support Unit. They made their lists and...
- Author: Elizabeth J Fichtner
- Author: Mae Culumber
The unusually wet winter and spring of 2023 has had unprecedented impacts on our local orchard systems. However, the cumulative impacts of a barrage of atmospheric rivers and persistent standing water in some flooded areas may not be realized for another year. Cold and rainy conditions during bloom limited pollinator activity and impeded orchard access for spray operations, creating the ideal conditions for the onset of plant pests and disease issues. The timing of bud and shoot development has likely also been impacted, as the buds for next year's crop are formed during the current year; therefore, the unusually wet and cold spring of 2023 may also influence the development of the 2024 crop.
The bloom period for many...
- Author: Mark Bolda
- Author: Michael Cahn
The recent flooding on the Central Coast has really put a lot of local strawberry growers in a bad position. Some fields have been underwater several days to a week or more, which has deprived plants of oxygen and sunlight needed for respiration and growth. As these plants try to recover, they will likely be severely set back for several weeks. Other fields that were briefly flooded are silted over and have completely saturated soils.
Looking beyond our current conditions of just too much water, we need think about what the plan of action is going to be going forward into the spring. Since in many areas strawberry plants have been set back because they were in saturated, anaerobic soil,...
- Author: David Alamillo
Dear Colleagues,
Through Wednesday, California is expecting rounds of heavy rain, mountain snow, high winds, with potential for flooding, downed trees/debris and power outages. Please stay safe.
If you live near a river, levee or area prone to flooding, gather your essentials so you'll be ready to evacuate at a moment's notice. You'll have some peace of mind if you have gathered items in advance to be away from your home if evacuation orders are given by authorities. Also, prepare for power outages by having electronic devices charged, vehicles fueled, and the ability to prepare food and stay warm.
This is a good time to review your procedures for preparedness, such as the ability to stay informed and to be able...
- Author: Michael D Cahn
Erin Dicaprio, Associate Professor of Cooperative Extension, Department of Food Science and Technology, University of California Davis has summarized information and resources for assessing crop food safety after a flooding event. There are links to the Leafy Green Marketing Agreement Flood fact sheet and also a presentation made by Trevor Suslow, emeritus UC Cooperative Extension Specialist. Please follow the link below.