Tag: soil treatment

Agronomy Q&A: The Role of Soil Fumigation in Boosting Crop Growth

Posted on by Cat Reyes

What is Soil Fumigation, and How Does It Work?Soil fumigation is a pre-planting practice that involves injecting fumigants into the soil to target and manage harmful soil-borne pests and pathogens. This process works by penetrating throughout the soil profile to address threats like nematodes, fungi, bacteria, and insects, which can hinder plant development. By creating […]

Enjoy California’s Bounty: Grown with Pride

Posted on by Cat Reyes

Did you know California leads the nation in agriculture, producing over one-third of the country’s vegetables and nearly three-fourths of its fruits and nuts? With its rich soils, diverse climates, and innovative farming techniques, California has cultivated an impressive array of more than 400 commodities, according to California Agriculture 2021. Remarkably, the state is the […]

PISTACHIO FIELD TRIALS: DECREASED NEMATODE DENSITIES PART 2

Posted on by Kristi Sanchez

In 2022, the pistachio industry contributed over $6.4 billion to California’s economy, ranking as the fourth-largest agricultural commodity in the state, following milk, almonds, and grapes. Our goal is to assess the impact of soil fumigation on pistachio orchard establishment, tree growth, and the potential acceleration of early yields. Last year, we initiated two multi-year […]

Field Visit for Grape Trial in Modesto, CA. with Dr. Kristi Sanchez

Posted on by Cat Reyes

It was an honor to get invited by one of our Scientists, Dr. Kristi Sanchez, to participate in one of her field visits for her Grape Trial in Modesto, CA. It was remarkable to see her in action out in the field, doing what she does best: helping diagnose nematode issues and providing support to […]

TRICAL + LANDMARK IRRIGATION

Posted on by Kristi Sanchez

Landmark and TriCal have come together as partners in the TriCal Group of companies. All your irrigation and soil health needs under one umbrella. Landmark Irrigation is a turn key irrigation dealer, serving California’s Central Valley Ag industry since 1990. Each irrigation system is personalized to meet the specific needs of the grower. Their services […]

TREE & VINE SCHOOL RE-CAP

Posted on by Kristi Sanchez

The first annual TriCal Group Tree and Vine School was a success. If you were able to attend the day of the event, Thursday – November 10th, we thank you! If you weren’t able to attend, then you can still check out all of the great speaker presentations. The presentations are available on demand now. […]

Potato School Coming December 13

Posted on by Kristi Sanchez

Save the date for: POTATO SCHOOLTuesday, December 13, Register online:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/potato-school-2022-tickets-432993243447 It is FREE and will be a VIRTUAL ONLINE EVENT.Come join us for a robust day of learning and discussion. We have an excellent line-up of speakers planned. Here is who you will hear and what you will learn: Dr. Steve Culman, Washington State University’s Soil Health Endowed […]

The Storkan-Hanes-McCaslin Research Foundation Recognizes Student Research in Soil Disease

Posted on by Jeff Vargas

Founded in 1987, the Storkan-Hanes-McCaslin Foundation was created in honor of the three founders of TriCal: Richard Storkan, Jerry Hanes and Bob McCaslin. Their spirit still lives on today, as the Foundation continues to further the work of the three founders who were always willing to provide time, money, fumigants, and equipment to further research […]

Soil Fumigation: Helping to Overcome Destructive Crop Pests

Posted on by Jeff Vargas

Destructive pests – such as nematodes, fungi, insects, weeds, and other pathogens – can be devastating to a crop. Many times, these pests are actually a non-native, invasive species that readily establish themselves throughout farms within California and other parts of the U.S. Did you know, on average, that California alone acquires 9 new invasive […]