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Registration and Call for Posters Open for 32nd Annual FREP/WPH Nutrient Management Conference
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) announces registration is now open for the 32nd Annual Nutrient Management Conference, hosted by CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) and Western Plant Health (WPH). This year’s conference will be held October 29-30 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay, Seaside, CA, and includes a pre-conference tour of McFadden Woodchip …
Research Update: Nitrogen and Irrigation Management for Carrot Production in Desert Region
Note: This is part of a Research Update series that highlights projects funded by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) annual Grant Program. Project Title: Enhancing Nitrogen and Water Use Efficiency in California Carrot Production Through Management Tools and Practices Project Leader: Ali Montazar, Irrigation and Water Management Advisor, University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources …
CDFA ANNOUNCES VACANCIES ON FERTILIZER INSPECTION ADVISORY BOARD’S TECHNICAL ADVISORY SUBCOMMITTEE
CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) is announcing four vacancies on the Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board’s Technical Advisory Subcommittee. This subcommittee serves as an expert scientific panel on matters concerning efficient use of fertilizing materials and irrigation water. Members assist in setting research priorities for the FREP Grant Program and review and recommend research and outreach proposals for funding. FREP is …
Research Update: Nitrogen and Irrigation Managements for Onions
Note: This is part of a Research Update series that highlights projects funded by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) annual grant program. Project Title: Assessing Drip Irrigation and Nitrogen Management of Fresh Onions Produced in California Low Desert Project Leader: Jairo Diaz, Director, University of California – Desert Research and Extension Center Project Status: Complete Project …
Research Update: Adoption of CropManage to Optimize Nitrogen and Irrigation Applications
Note: This is part of a Research Update series that highlights projects funded by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) annual grant program. Project Title: Promoting the adoption of CropManage to optimize nitrogen and irrigation use through technical assistance with data loggers and cellular modems for Spanish-speaking growers in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties Project …
Nitrogen Demand and Seasonal Uptake Patterns for California Cherries
Note: This is part of a Research Update series that highlights projects funded by the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) annual grant program. Project Title: Development of Nutrient Budget and Nutrient Demand Model for Nitrogen Management in Cherry Project Leader(s): Project Status: Completed 2023 Project Location: San Joaquin County Overview Often the last …