Orchard Spray Nozzle Day

Date & Time

May 29, 2026 from 8:00am to 12:00pm

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Venue

Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension Center

9240 S Riverbend Ave
Parlier, CA 93648
United States

Event Type

Training

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This is an in-person event

Certifications Available

This free event is open to the public with advance registration required. Registration closes on May 26, 2026.

About the Event

This is a half-day workshop featuring expert-led presentations and field demonstrations focused on nozzle selection, configuration, spray delivery optimization, and emerging technologies in automatic nozzle systems. Specific emphasis will be placed on a novel nozzle selection technology developed at the Agricultural Application Engineering Lab at the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources. This workshop will focus on axial and lateral sprays directed to tree and vine canopies.

Who Should Attend?

Ideal for orchard growers, farm managers, licensed applicators, and Pest Control Advisors (PCAs) looking to improve spray efficiency, coverage, and drift management in orchard systems. Custom applicators and spray operators will benefit from practical guidance on nozzle selection, spray quality, and real-world setup considerations. The program is also valuable for ag equipment dealers, manufacturers, extension personnel, researchers, and students interested in orchard spray technology and emerging application tools, including automatic nozzle selector systems.

What Will You Gain?

Attendees will gain research‑based knowledge, hands‑on exposure to nozzle comparisons, system design considerations, and field demonstrations, while earning requested DPR CEU credits. Whether you make spray decisions, recommend equipment, or support orchard operations, this workshop offers research‑based insights you can apply immediately in the field.

Continuing Education Units (CEUs)?

3.5 CEUs ('Other') has been requested from the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR).

Register by May 26, 2026.

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Banner image showing fruit crops, orchard spray application, and a close‑up of an agricultural spray nozzle.

Event Contacts

Dr. Peter Ako Larbi

UC Cooperative Extension Specialist
palarbi@ucanr.edu
(559) 646-6577