Vine Mealybug vs. Grape Mealybug Identification
Grape growers on the West Coast have become familiar with the rising threat of vine mealybug in recent years. The insect is particularly concerning for growers as it can spread..
Almond Harvest: Evaluating your Navel Orangeworm IPM Program
Almond harvest will be underway soon in California, and with it comes the time for assessing the extent of damage by navel orangeworm (NOW) and other pests and pathogens...
2020 Wildfires scorched California vineyards- but growers can rise from the ashes
2020 was a difficult year for people of all vocations. Unfortunately, California wine growers faced unique stressors last year. They not only had to deal with the economic fallout..
The Effort to Battle Vine Mealybug in Lodi, California
At LangeTwins Family Winery and Vineyards, a combination of pesticides, community collaboration, and Suterra’s pheromone mating disruption products provide an integrated pest..
The Rise of Sustainable Certifications
Sonoma County Winegrowers made buzz in 2020 with their Climate Adaptation Certification program, a flagship program that uses local solutions to reduce greenhouse emissions in..
Vine Mealybug Monitoring in California Vineyards
Temperatures are heating up, and wine growers should keep an eye out for vine mealybug outbreaks in their vineyards. Monitoring is a critical aspect for developing and executing..
Citrus Growers See First Flight of California Red Scale
You may have observed small numbers of California Red Scale males in pheromone traps ahead of the first flight ( defined as two consecutive weeks of increasing capture after..
Monitor for Oriental Fruit Moth with Suterra's Traps and Lures
Oriental fruit moth is a common and potentially damaging pest in peach orchards. Monitoring for this insect on your farm is a critical component of your integrated pest management..
Monitoring for Codling Moth in Walnut Orchards
As March approaches, traps to monitor the first codling moth flight will soon be placed in walnut orchards. Below are some reminders of best practices for monitoring and managing..
