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April 24, 2025 9:00 am
Natural Enemies of Spider Mites and Ways to Enhance Them in Vineyards
Join us for a free in-person event with Reamer Farms!
See first-hand how drones are used for beneficial insect releases! Reamer Farms will demonstrate a release of these natural enemies, including predatory mites and green lacewings and how food sprays can be used to encourage natural enemy activity. Jaclyn Bennett from Parabug will perform the drone release of these beneficial insects. Moet Takata from CAFF will talk on the harmful effects certain miticides can have on beneficial insects. Also joining will be Chris Storm from Starr and Storm Crop Solutions, to share how digital agriculture technology can be used to identify nutrient deficiencies, virus symptoms, insect damage, and more.
Speakers:
Jamie Reamer, Reamer Farms
Jaclyn Bennett, Parabug
Chris Storm, Starr and Storm Crop Solutions
Moet Takata, CAFF
Details:
This event will take place at Reamer Farms in Clarksburg. Parking will be at these coordinates: 38.450665, -121.582967
Coffee, water, and snacks will be provided.
We will be walking into the field for these demonstrations, so please make sure to bring comfortable walking shoes and a hat!
April 30, 2025 9:00 am
BIOCHAR BENEFITS IN CALIFORNIA ORCHARDS
A free workshop about the benefits of using biochar in orchards to
improve soil health. Learn best practices for handling and applying
biochar. Hear about AFT’s field trial with Pacific Farming Company.
Lunch will be served.
Speakers include:
• AFT, Paul Lum, Harol Gonzalez Gallardo, and Anel Trujillo
•UC Merced, Rebecca Ryals, PhD & Evelyn Perez-Agredano
•Pacific Farming Company, Matt Angell
TO REGISTER CONTACT:
Paul Lum:
or
Harol Gonzalez: