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Excessive Heat, High Winds and Fire Weather Warnings Issued

Jun 11, 2021

The National Weather Service has issued warnings concerning an extended period of excessive heat, gusty winds and critical fire weather conditions beginning Monday, June 14 and lasting throughout the entire next week for the Los Angeles/Oxnard region. The region will experience higher temperatures and gusty winds, peaking Tuesday through Friday, June 18.

CDFA Reed Avocado Release Dates for 2021/2022

May 25, 2021

The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Avocado Inspection Program announced the 2021/2022 season release dates for Reed avocados.

CAC Releases Mid-Season Update For 2021 Crop

May 15, 2021

As part of the California Avocado Commission’s crop estimating efforts, an annual mid-season crop estimating survey is conducted among growers and handlers during the month of April. The results of these surveys are used to inform the industry of the total crop expected to come to market and as a guide that helps shape the timing of CAC’s marketing efforts.

Virtual Avocado Field Day Videos Available Online

Apr 30, 2021

Videos from the informative avocado field day seminar entitled “Zooming to Healthier Trees and Soils” are now available online. This event was part of the California Avocado Growers Series.

Central Coast Water Board Approves Ag Order 4.0

Apr 26, 2021

Ag Order 4.0, which addresses waste discharge requirements for irrigated lands, is now in effect after being approved by the Central Coast Water Board. The Ag Order’s requirements are designed to minimize nutrient, pesticide and sediment discharges to surface water as well as protect riparian and wetland habitats.