Young Orchard Irrigation and Nutrient Management Workshop

Free to attend

REGISTRATION: HTTPS://LINK.UCANR.EDU/MERCEDWORKSHOP

CEUs Nutrient Management: 1.5

CEUs Soil & Water Management: 1.5

DATE: Wednesday, Mar 4, 2026

TIME: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

LOCATION: UC Merced, Conference Center Room 110, 5200 N Lake Rd, Merced, CA 95343

DESCRIPTION: The workshop will feature presentations by various experts and researchers focusing on best irrigation and nutrient management practices tailored specifically for young orchards in the San Joaquin Valley. Attendees will gain insights into the irrigation and nutrient needs of young orchards that are different from those applicable to mature orchards and learn strategies for adjusting these practices as orchards mature. This knowledge aims to ensure healthier tree development, better resource utilization, and more resilient orchards in the face of climate change. Growers, CCAs, and other agricultural professionals are encouraged to attend. Workshop attendees can request one-on-one assistance from a farm advisor.

AGENDA

8:00 - 8:15 AM Registration. Welcome & Introduction, Moneim Mohamed

8:15 - 8:45 AM Young Citrus Irrigation Scheduling and Nutrient Management, Charles Hillyer

8:45 - 9:15 AM Principles of Nutrient Management in Orchards, Mae Culumber

9:15 - 9:45 AM Irrigation and Fertilization for Young Almonds, Cameron Zuber

9:45 - 10:15 AM Irrigation Management of Young Pistachios, Tobias Oker

10:15 - 10:30 AM Coffee Break and Visit with Sponsors

10:30 -11:00 AM Nutrient Management for Young Pistachios, Phoebe Gordon

11:00 - 11:30 AM Water and Nutrient Management in Non-Bearing Walnut, Moneim Mohamed

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Management of Water and Nutrients for Young Olive Trees, Giulia Marino

12:00 PM Lunch