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California citrus acreage response to income tax reform

by Hoy F. Carman

Abstract

Federal tax reform requiring capitalization of citrus grove development costs significantly reduced new plantings and total acreage.

Mediterranean fruit fly: The worst may be yet to come

by Kenneth S. Hagen, William W. Allen, Richard L. Tassan

Abstract

Even if the fly spread to one-fourth of California's fruit-growing areas, the economic and ecological impact would be devastating.

Rumensin supplements for replacement heifers on irrigated pasture

by John L. Hull, Charles A. Raguse, Richard E. Delmas

Abstract

Heifers fed 3.75 pounds per head per day of a barley-Rumensin supplement increased their average daily gain by 16 percent.

Lighter pruning lessens bunch rot of Chenin Blanc grapes

by L. Peter Christensen

Abstract

Leaving up to 60 nodes at pruning reduced bunch rot in both spur- and cane-pruned Chenin blanc vines.

Vegetative propagation of jojoba

by Clifford B. Low, Wesley P. Hackett

Abstract

Jojoba was successfully propagated from stem cuttings taken during active growth. Cutting-grown plants matured sooner than seedlings.

Evaluating pumping plant performance

by Blaine R. Hanson, Roger W. Benton, Donald L. Lancaster

Abstract

Operators can evaluate their pumps against design performance to determine irrigation efficiency and pinpoint potential trouble.

Compatibility of now parasite with commercial sprayers

by James E. Lindegren, John E. Dibble, Charles E. Curtis, Tom T. Yamashita, Ed Romero

Abstract

Studies show that a nematode parasite of navel orangeworm can be effectively applied to almonds by helicopter or ground sprayer.

Management of root-knot nematode on Rillito soybeans

by Demetrios G. Kontaxis, Robert W. Hagemann

Abstract

Rillito soybean is susceptible to root-knot nematode and should not be planted in untreated soil after a susceptible crop.

Rooting and growth of dormant grapevine cuttings

by Curtis J. Alley, Albert T. Koyama

Abstract

Rooting and growth of some dormant cuttings were as good after 1 or 2 years of cold storage as when fresh cuttings were used.

An evaporative cooler for vegetable crops

by James F. Thompson, Robert F. Kasmire

Abstract

The low cost of this cooling system makes it especially suitable for small farmers and roadside merchants. It also can be used for short-term storage.

Potential new citrus pest: Japanese bayberry whitefly

by Mike Rose, Paul DeBach, James Woolley

Abstract

A newcomer to California from Japan, this pest is spreading. Two predators have been successfully introduced, search for another is under way in China.

California citrus acreage response to income tax reform

by Hoy F. Carman

Abstract

Federal tax reform requiring capitalization of citrus grove development costs significantly reduced new plantings and total acreage.

Mediterranean fruit fly: The worst may be yet to come

by Kenneth S. Hagen, William W. Allen, Richard L. Tassan

Abstract

Even if the fly spread to one-fourth of California's fruit-growing areas, the economic and ecological impact would be devastating.

Rumensin supplements for replacement heifers on irrigated pasture

by John L. Hull, Charles A. Raguse, Richard E. Delmas

Abstract

Heifers fed 3.75 pounds per head per day of a barley-Rumensin supplement increased their average daily gain by 16 percent.

Lighter pruning lessens bunch rot of Chenin Blanc grapes

by L. Peter Christensen

Abstract

Leaving up to 60 nodes at pruning reduced bunch rot in both spur- and cane-pruned Chenin blanc vines.

Vegetative propagation of jojoba

by Clifford B. Low, Wesley P. Hackett

Abstract

Jojoba was successfully propagated from stem cuttings taken during active growth. Cutting-grown plants matured sooner than seedlings.

Evaluating pumping plant performance

by Blaine R. Hanson, Roger W. Benton, Donald L. Lancaster

Abstract

Operators can evaluate their pumps against design performance to determine irrigation efficiency and pinpoint potential trouble.

Compatibility of now parasite with commercial sprayers

by James E. Lindegren, John E. Dibble, Charles E. Curtis, Tom T. Yamashita, Ed Romero

Abstract

Studies show that a nematode parasite of navel orangeworm can be effectively applied to almonds by helicopter or ground sprayer.

Management of root-knot nematode on Rillito soybeans

by Demetrios G. Kontaxis, Robert W. Hagemann

Abstract

Rillito soybean is susceptible to root-knot nematode and should not be planted in untreated soil after a susceptible crop.

Rooting and growth of dormant grapevine cuttings

by Curtis J. Alley, Albert T. Koyama

Abstract

Rooting and growth of some dormant cuttings were as good after 1 or 2 years of cold storage as when fresh cuttings were used.

An evaporative cooler for vegetable crops

by James F. Thompson, Robert F. Kasmire

Abstract

The low cost of this cooling system makes it especially suitable for small farmers and roadside merchants. It also can be used for short-term storage.

Potential new citrus pest: Japanese bayberry whitefly

by Mike Rose, Paul DeBach, James Woolley

Abstract

A newcomer to California from Japan, this pest is spreading. Two predators have been successfully introduced, search for another is under way in China.

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