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A New Variety of Avocado Tree – Luna UCR

A new variety of avocado tree is about to be released to growers across the globe. The “Luna UCR” — also known by its scientific name of BL516 — was developed by agricultural scientists at the University of California, Riverside. The patent for this flavorful, black-skinned avocado is still pending, […]

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Drought-Resistant Planting

Don’t let this year’s rainy weather fool you. California remains a drought-prone state, requiring growers to remain up-to-date with their water conservation practices and irrigation systems. With our Mediterranean climate and dry summers, it’s best to know which drought-resistant plants can be added to our landscapes and gardens. Lantana Although […]

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Citrus Bloom Is Coming

  It’s officially springtime, and that means citrus bloom is coming! Citrus bloom, of course, is the period when at least 10 percent of a citrus trees’ flowers are blooming. This time is the most critical part of the citrus life cycle. Lasting as short as 10 days or as […]

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FGS Pallet Plant: Perfect Fit for a Growing List of Industries

FGS is a big name in the agriculture industry. After all, we’ve been around for over 100 years. First created to serve Sunkist’s supply chain needs, Fruit Growers Supply has since expanded to serve the public across our many operating areas. Between offering state-of-the-art irrigation services to constructing corrugated boxes […]

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California Releases Roadmap To Sustainable Pest Management By 2050

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation has released its roadmap for the state to transition to Sustainable Pest Management (SPM) by 2050. The plan was developed by Members of the Sustainable Pest Management Work Group and Urban Subgroup in collaboration with California’s Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR), the California Department […]

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How Growers Can Rise to the Challenges of Drought

California never had much fresh water to begin with. Drought has been a challenge to California growers for many years now, and it will continue to present challenges as the effects of climate change bring a new, even drier normal to the state. Currently, California is experiencing a mega-drought, as […]

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Demand for California Avocados is High This Year: Here’s Why

We often don’t think of marketing as something that’s necessary for edible produce. After all, doesn’t a crate of ripe, creamy avocados entice customers all on its own? The reality that we’ve seen this year is that marketing California avocados really does increase sales. Here are some key facts on […]

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4 Potential Lemon Tree Problems and What To Do About Them

There are several kinds of lemon tree problems that are common in California. Fortunately, many of them can be prevented through the cultivation of the soil and attention to climatic conditions. Read on to learn about four potential lemon tree problems and what to do about them. Waterlogged Roots In […]

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