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New Survey Seeks Grower Input Concerning Snail and Slug Research Needs

Mar 13, 2025

Researchers are seeking input from specialty crop growers concerning snails and slugs. Thus far, there has been limited coordination of research efforts and as a result there is a gap in knowledge concerning how to manage snails and slugs and prevent crop damage.

California Avocado Commission Activities for the Big Game February 2025

Mar 13, 2025

The California Avocado Commission kicked off 2025 retail promotions with Mollie Stone's Markets, a San Francisco retailer, with activities from January 27 through February 11 themed around the Big Game. These activities were designed to build local brand awareness and communicate that California avocados are back in season.

Growers Encouraged to Participate in Weed Management Survey

Mar 6, 2025

A team of Iowa State University weed scientists and sociologists are conducting an anonymous survey among specialty crop growers to determine what weed control tools and technologies growers are aware of or are interested in and what factors drive or hinder growers from adopting weed management technologies.

Free Nutrient and Irrigation Management Stations Available

Mar 5, 2025

The Ventura County Resource Conservation District has a limited number of free Nutrient and Irrigation Management Stations available. Complimentary soil and tissue sampling is included for those awarded a grant.