Daniele Zaccaria is organizing the 2026 Advanced School on Microirrigation for Crop Production, which will be offered in California for the first time, from March 30 to April 3.
Walnut trees don't need water early in the season. Supported by a $1.3-million USDA grant, UC Davis scientists are field-testing a new method that lets the trees tell farmers when to start irrigation, saving time, money and a precious resource.
Loren Oki, UC Davis professor emeritus, retired after 29 years of research on water conservation, pesticide management, and nursery production. His work influenced state policies and industry practices, earning him induction into the Green Industry Hall of Fame.
