Pest Control Notes

Solano County Agricultural Summit on the
Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA)

WHEN: Thursday, May 26, 2016, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
WHERE: Ulatis Community Center, 1000 Ulatis Drive, Vacaville, CA
REGISTRATION: Space is limited, please register at: http://solanoagsummitsgma.eventbrite.com. Event is free with refreshments provided.

Hosted by: Dixon Resource Conservation District, Napa-Solano Cattlemen & Woolgrowers’ Association, Solano County Agricultural Advisory Committee, Solano County Department of Agriculture, Solano County Farm Bureau, Solano Land Trust, Solano Resource Conservation District, UC Cooperative Extension, USDA-NRCS Solano Co.

The above organizations invite all agricultural producers in Solano County to attend this very important meeting regarding how groundwater will be regulated. This is a rare opportunity for agriculture’s collective voice to influence a regulatory process, and nothing is more important to agriculture than water.  This meeting builds on the SGMA information workshops held earlier this year and will have two major objectives:

1. Develop a unified message from the agricultural community on SGMA.
2. Explore how the agricultural community’s interests can be best represented in a Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA).

This critical issue requires the attention of all farmers and ranchers in Solano County. Please make this a high priority to attend. Attendees will include farmers and ranchers, agency representatives and elected officials.

Learn more about SGMA: http://scwa2.com/sgma

Funding support provide

UC Davis Small Grains - Alfalfa/Forages Field Day
Wed, May 11, 2016, 8:15 am - 4:15 pm
UC Davis Plant Sciences Research Farm, Davis, CA*

PCA Credits: 1.5; CCA Credits: 5
8:15 am – 12:00: Small Grains
Noon: BBQ Lunch
12:35 pm – 4:15 pm: Alfalfa/Forages

*Directions: The field Day is located on Hutchison Road, Davis, just west of town. Take 113 exit north from I80 or 113 south from Woodland. Turn west on Hutchison Road, take a right at the first roundabout, left at the second roundabout, the Agronomy Headquarters is about ¼ mile in a clump of trees and buildings on your left. Parking and registration is free and so is the barbeque lunch.

Fieldworker and Pesticide Handler Instructor Training Workshops

April 13/13 de abril            Davis en ESPAÑOL
April 14/14 de abril            Davis in ENGLISH
 
Participants completing the training will be qualified to train both fieldworkers and pesticide handlers as required by California state regulations. This training is approved by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR). Registration is online only at http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/IPMPROJECT/workshops.html
 
Capacitación de Instructores – Seguridad con Pesticidas
 
Los participantes en este programa serán calificados a entrenar a los trabajadores de campo y a los aplicadores de pesticidas, como es requerido por las regulaciones del estado de California. El departamento de regulaciones de pesticidas de California (CDPR) aprobó este entrenamiento. Inscripción es solamente en línea en http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/IPMPROJECT/workshops.html

If you have any questions or need assistance, contact Maria Alfaro, malfaro@ucanr.edu, (530) 752-1252

Almond Pollination and Orchard Pollinator Plantings
8304 County Road 91B, Zamora, CA 95698

March 15, 2016     9:00am - 11:00am

This field day will provide an overview of integrated crop pollination and on-farm wildflower plantings for almonds in the Sacramento Valley. We will hear the latest research from a UC Davis lab studying almond pollination and wildflower plantings, learn about almond pollinators and how to support those pollinators using wildflowers. We will also discuss establishment and maintenance practices for planting habitat on field crop edges and provide an overview of plant species appropriate for plantings in the Sacramento Valley and beyond. Two growers will share their perspectives. For more information contact Katharina Ullmann at katharina@xerces.org or at 530-302-5504.

Bring a hat, sunscreen, and good walking shoes - event will be outdoors.

Solano County Water Agency Water Policy Committee Meeting
Monday Feb. 8, 2016, 2:00pm-4:00pm
Solano County Water Agency BOD Room, 810 Vaca Valley Parkway, Vacaville

Call in is available.  Number: 800-510-5879, Guest Code: 385498

Upcoming Meetings: Alfalfa IPM and Crop Pollinator Workshop 10/22/15 and Western Alfalfa & Forage Symposium 12/2-4/15 Contents:

Alfalfa IPM and Crop Pollinator Workshop
October 22, 2015, 8:00-Noon
UCCE Norton Hall, 70 Cottonwood Street, Woodland, CA
3 CE hours applied for (including l.5 laws and regs)

This workshop will cover regulatory issues of chlorpyrifos use in alfalfa production followed by information on managing native and honey bees for enhanced crop pollination. No pre-registration is needed. For more information, contact Rachael Long, 530-666-8143 or rflong@ucanr.edu.

Please see the agenda (page 1 of attachment) for more information.

Western Alfalfa & Forage Symposium
Producing Forages in a Water Challenged World
December 2-4, 2015
Silver Legacy Resort Casino, Reno, NV

Now in its 45th year, the Symposium is a comprehensive and educational program for anyone with interest in important issues related to alfalfa and forages. Topics include irrigation management, economics and marketing, water and irrigation, pest management, alternative forage crops, forage quality and utilization, and hay harvesting/hay management.

For more information, please see the agenda (page 2 of attachment) or visit http://calhay.org/symposium/. 

Upcoming Meetings

UC Davis Dry Bean Field Meeting
August 20, 2015, 10am-Noon
UC Davis Agronomy Farm (directions available in agenda)

Learn about updates in the Dry Bean industry, including the dry bean breeding program, sources of drought tolerant selections from wild parents, heirloom variety updates, and lima bean breeding and integrated pest management updates. 1 CE credit (DPR) offered.

Please see the agenda (page 1 of attachment) for more information.

Western Alfalfa & Forage Symposium
Producing Forages in a Water Challenged World
December 2-4, 2015
Silver Legacy Resort Casino, Reno, NV

Now in its 45th year, the Symposium is a comprehensive and educational program for anyone with interest in important issues related to alfalfa and forages.  Topics include irrigation management, economics and marketing, water and irrigation, pest management, alternative forage crops, forage quality and utilization, and hay harvesting/hay management.

For more information, please see the agenda (page 2 of attachment) or visit http://calhay.org/symposium/.    

Please join us for the next Hedgerow Field Day
Thursday May 21, 2015, 8:30-10:30

Pull out on the West side of Currey Road, 0.3 miles North of Higby's Country Feed Store, Dixon, CA 

1CE Hour

Talks will include the roll of vegetation in nitrate and sediment movement and ways to enhance native bees for crop pollination

The original announcement sent on April 27 contained a date typo in the agenda attachment.  Please note the meeting will be held TUESDAY, May 12th, 2015.

UC DAVIS GRAIN/ALFALFA FIELD DAY
TUESDAY May 12, 2015, 8 am – 4:30 pm

Agronomy Headquarters
Hutchinson Road, 1/2 mile west of Rt.113 in Davis 

Field Day Schedule
• 8:15 a.m - 12:00 Noon: Grains (wheat, barley, oats, triticale) 
• 12:00 Noon: BBQ Lunch (sponsored by CCIA)
• 12:45 pm - 4:15 pm: Alfalfa/Forages (alfalfa, sorghum, corn, irrigation)  

Come join with farmers, PCAs, and CCAs to tour research plots and discuss critical issues related to water and pest management.

5 CE Hours and 5 CCA Hours

SURVEY SEEKS GROWER OPINIONS OF WILDLIFE 

Researchers at the University of California, Davis and the UC Cooperative Extension are launching a survey to understand the concerns and expectations that Central Valley farmers  and landowners have for birds and bats on their managed land.

Over 20 bat species and 300 bird species can be found in California, many of which use the state¹s farmland for some or all of their life cycles.

The survey is available online at http://wfcb.ucdavis.edu/farmer-survey. Survey participation is voluntary, and all responses will remain anonymous.

MEETING REMINDER: SCOUTING OUT THE HEDGEROWS ON DH LONG FARM
Saturday, April 11, 2015 10:00am-12:00pm
8304 County Road 91B, Zamora, CA 95698

This workshop will focus on the benefits of hedgerows of native California plants in agricultural landscapes as well as establishment practices for field edge plantings and plant selection. For more information, contact Laurel Sellers or Rachael Long, UC Cooperative Extension, Yolo County Capitol Corridor, at Laurel.Sellers@gmail.com or rflong@ucanr.edu or 530-666-8143. There is no need to pre-register. 

Agenda available by clicking the newsletter link below.

Please join us for:
Scouting out the Hedgerows on DH Long Farm
Saturday, April 11, 2015   10:00am-12:00pm
8304 County Road 91B, Zamora, CA 95698

This workshop will focus on the benefits of hedgerows of California native plants in agricultural landscapes, including enhanced populations of native bees and beneficial insects on farms.  We will also discuss establishment and maintenance practices for planting habitat on field crop edges and provide an overview of plant species appropriate for hedgerows in the Sacramento Valley and beyond.

Crop Pollination Workshop, Colusa Fairgrounds, February 3, 2015, 1pm

Pollination is important for a number of crops grown in the Sacramento Valley. At this Crop Pollination Workshop, regional experts will share the latest on honey bee health, onion pollination, management practices that support pollinators of cucurbits and almonds, and how to encourage beneficial insects on your farm using hedgerows. The workshop will also provide information on NRCS-funded conservation cost-share programs, such as those supporting hedgerow establishment.

1CE Hour Approved.  No need to RSVP.

Tuesday, February 3, 2015
1:00-3:30pm
Colusa County Fairgrounds

Pollination is important for a number of crops grown in Colusa County. At this Crop Pollination Workshop, regional experts will share the latest on honey bee health, onion pollination, management practices that support pollinators of cucurbits and almonds, and how to encourage beneficial insects on your farm using hedgerows. The workshop will also provide information on NRCS-funded conservation cost-share programs, such as those supporting hedgerow establishment.

No need to RSVP.

Stink bug Management Workshop
Norton Hall   |   70 Cottonwood St., Woodland, CA
November 21, 2014   |   8:00am - 10:00am
2 CE hours, pending

This workshop will focus on identification, biology and management of established, new and emerging stink bugs in crop production in California, including the brown marmorated stink bug, bagrada bug, brown stink bug, and others. No need to RSVP.

8:00 Coffee
8:15 Stink bug regulatory update, Bill Lyon, Yolo County Agricultural Department
8:20 Brown marmorated stink bug, Chuck Ingels, UCCE Farm Advisor, Sacramento County
8:45 Bagrada bug and first detector program, Dick Hoenisch, Dept. of Plant Pathology, UC Davis
9:10 Stink bug update in field crop production, Larry Godfrey, UC ANR Entomology Specialist, UC Davis
9:35 Managing stink bugs through cultural practices, Rachael Long, UCCE Farm Advisor, Yolo County
10:00 Adjourn

2014 California Alfalfa, Forage and Grains Symposium
Wednesday-Friday, December 10-12, 2014
Long Beach Convention Center
AGENDA     REGISTRATION

For more information, please click HERE. 

As California grows nearly 3 million acres of alfalfa, grains, silages and other forage crops, there is a strong need to share information. This will be a comprehensive meeting to focus on critical issues related to alfalfa and grain crops, particularly global issues, economics, and practical 'how to' talks on crop production techniques.

There are tremendous opportunities to learn something new by visiting with knowledgeable scientists, growers, and industry members and pest control experts.

This year we feature a special focus on water and irrigation, and also exports, silages, genetics, pest management, and quality. Take a look at the program. There is an opportunity for exhibits as well as a tour of export operations.

We hope to see you there.

Sincerely,

Dan Putnam, Chair 2014 Symposium (on behalf of the program committee)
Alfalfa/Forage Specialist, UC Davis

Who should attend?
Farmers, Pest Control Advisors and Certified Crop Advisors, industry members, agency representatives and anyone who wishes to be informed about important issues related to alfalfa, forage crops and grains.

Please join us for the upcoming meeting:

Benefits of Hedgerows on Farms in the Sacramento Valley
October 8, 2014  8:30am-10:45am
Hahn and Ohm Roads, Arbuckle (map in attachment)

This workshop will focus on the benefits of hedgerows of California native plants in agricultural landscapes. Topics will include riparian hedgerows, native bees, IPM, and establishment and maintenance practices for planting habitat on crop edges,
including an overview of plant species appropriate for hedgerows in the Sacramento Valley.

Bring a hat, sunscreen and good walking shoes – event will be outdoors.  RSVP not required but appreciated: mfahey@ucdavis.edu or 530-383-4625.

Please join us for the upcoming meeting:

Benefits of Hedgerows on Farms in the Sacramento Valley
August 27, 2014 8:30am-10:45am
Hedgerow Farms, 21905 County Road 88, Winters, CA 95694

This workshop will focus on the benefits of hedgerows of California native plants in agricultural landscapes. Topics will include bird predation on codling moth, rodents in hedgerows, IPM, and establishment and maintenance practices for planting habitat on field crop edges, including an overview of plant species appropriate for hedgerows in the Sacramento Valley.

DPR Credit Approved: 1.0 Hour "Other"

Bring a hat, sunscreen, and good walking shoes - event will be outdoors.  RSVP to Mary Fahey (mfahey@ucdavis.edu or 530-383-4626) is not required but is appreciated.

Please join us for a field meeting:

Benefits of Hedgerows on Farms in the Sacramento Valley
Thursday, June 19, 2014   8:30am - 10:45am
Davis Home Ranch, 7681 Sycamore Slough Road, Colusa, CA 95932
1 CE hour approved

Please RSVP to Mary Fahey (mfahey@ucdavis.edu or 530-383-4625) to ensure a spot on the driving tour of the ranch.  Bring a hat, sunscreen, and good walking shoes - the event will be outdoors.

This workshop will focus on the benefits of California native plants in agricultural landscapes, including enhanced populations of native bees and beneficial insects on farms.  We will also discuss establishment and maintenance practices for planting habitat on field crop edges and provide an overview of plant species appropriate for hedgerows in the Sacramento Valley and beyond.

Agenda and parking map provided in newsletter link.

A two hour workshop on the benefits of hedgerows in agricultural landscapes will be held on April 30th at The Center for Land Based Learning in Winters, CA.  No registration is needed to attend and one hour of continuing education has been approved.  Please see the attached announcement for workshop details and the agenda. 

Meeting Announcements:  Crop Pollination Meeting, 10/11/13 in Woodland and Western Alfalfa & Forage Symposium, 12/11-12/13,2013 in Reno, NV

Grain Production

Alfalfa Production

UC Cost of Production Studies

UC ANR Blogs

Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs

Hedgerow Update

A Crop Pollination Workshop will be held on Friday, October 11th from 8:30am until noon in Norton Hall, UCCE Office, 70 Cottonwood Street in Woodland.  Two hours of Continuing Education have been approved for attending.  Please see the attached agenda for details.  No pre-registration is necessary for attending. 

The recent news about the brown marmorated stink bug (http://ucanr.org/?blogpost=11487&blogasset=60503) is good information on this new pest to our area.

*Meeting announcements:  UCD Dry Bean Field Day (9/5) and Western Alfalfa Symposium (12/11-13) in Reno, NV

*Alfalfa Production

*Onion Seed Production

*Hedgerows

*Straw Itch Mite

*UC Cost of Production Studies

Upcoming Meetings at UCD Agronomy Field Headquarters on Hutchison Road

UCD Small Grains/Alfalfa Field Day, Wed. 5/15/2013, 8am-4:15pm

UCD Garbanzo Field Day, Thurs. 5/16/2013, 10am-12pm

More information is available in the newsletter.

*  2012 Alfalfa & Grains Symposium announcement

*  Threecornered Alfalfa Hopper update

*  UC Alfalfa & Forage Blog

UC Davis Dry Bean Field Meeting to View Breeding/Variety Trials

Thursday, September 6, 2012, 10-11:30 am 

This trial includes plantings of lima bean: Advanced generations of large bush lima, a core collection from CIAT, nitrogen trials, and a small collection of the Caribbean (the latter two are introductions to start testing for nematode rand lygus resistance once seed increases have occurred). Common bean plantings include seed treatment trials, F4 generations of cranberry beans being selected for growth habit, seed type, and absence of shattering. There is also the Cooperative Dry Bean Nursery and a nursery with drought tolerant materials. Dr. Paul Gepts, UC Davis Plant Sciences is looking forward to feedback from growers and industry on these trials and on how commercial fields are looking this year.

This meeting will be followed by a free lunch with tri-tip, beans, salad, fresh fruit, and sodas. Please RSVP with Rachael Long at the UCCE office in Woodland (530) 666-8734 or rflong@ucdavis.edu if you plan to stay for lunch. 

Directions: UC Davis Agronomy Farm: From Highway 113, go west on Hutchison Drive about 1.5 miles (turning north at the first round-a-bout and west at the second). Turn south on Hopkins Rd off Hutchison Drive. Turn east just past the Agriculture and Natural Resources building and park along the fence under the olive trees across from Bee Biology (same field as the last several years).

Meeting Announcements:  2012 CA Forange & Grains Symposium (12/ 10-12); Conservation Agriculture & Controlled Traffic Farming 2012 (8/28-30 - various locations); UCD Dry Bean Field Meeting to View Breeding/Variety Trials (9/6)

Planting Alfalfa This Year?  variety selection; preplant fertilization; fertilizing established alfalfa standa; cost of production study

UPCOMING MEETING:
UC Davis Small Grains / Alfalfa Field Day
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
8am-3:45pm, Lunch provided

OTHER UPDATES:
*Poisonous Weeds in Forage
*Greenbug Aphid
*New Cost Studies
*Onion Seed Production
*Alfalfa Pests and Diseases
*Lygus and Mite Control in Lima Beans

In This Issue:

*UPCOMING MEETING:
2011 Western Alfalfa & Forage Conference & Biofuels Workshop
Las Vegas, Nevada
December 11-13, 2011

OTHER UPDATES:
*UC Alfalfa Production Trial Results
*Alfalfa Stem Nematode Management
*Organic Alfalfa Production
*Alfalfa sclerotinia
*Dry Bean Production
*Ascochyta blight in Garbanzos
*Lima Bean Nutrient Management
*Onion Seed Production
*Hedgerows
*New Cost Studies
*Office Closure for Holidays

*Alfalfa Production - Molybdenum deficiency; *Dry Bean Production - Alfalfa Mosaic Virus; * Meeting Announcements - UCD Dry Bean Field Day; Hedgerow Workshop; 2011 Western Alfalfa & forage Conference & Biofuels Workshop

Aphid Announcement

Upcoming Workshop, March 3, 2011 in Winters.  Irrigation Water Management: Solutions for on-farm water and energy efficiency.  See attached file for more information.