Brian Milne, Author at Gypsum, Soil Amendments, Orchard Removal, Spreading, Agronomy in Bakersfield, Fresno, Madera, Paso Robles

Post-Harvest 2024: The Time is Now for Soil Amendments

Brian Milne2024-08-13T15:31:51-07:00

Harvest season is here, which means it’s time to start thinking about post-harvest soil amendments, spreading, agronomy and Whole Orchard Recycling services for our depleted soils. And do our soils ever need it. After two years of heavy rains, not to mention cutbacks on previous applications due to soaring input costs, our soils are depleted of nutrients and moisture-holding capacity. Enter: Holloway. Our locally produced soil amendments aren’t just cost effective, they’re easy to apply with spreading and delivery services at your disposal. Contact us today or fill out the form on this page to get your soils tested and amendment [...]

Post-Harvest 2024: The Time is Now for Soil AmendmentsBrian Milne2024-08-13T15:31:51-07:00

How Gypsum Helps Alfalfa, Corn Growers Improve Yield and Quality

Brian Milne2024-07-15T10:58:29-07:00

Did you know: “Producers use gypsum for high yield and quality in alfalfa and corn?” This according to Progressive Forage Grower...

How Gypsum Helps Alfalfa, Corn Growers Improve Yield and QualityBrian Milne2024-07-15T10:58:29-07:00

Visit with Holloway at The Almond Conference in Sacramento

Brian Milne2023-11-30T17:25:50-08:00

Visit with Holloway at the Almond Conference in Sacramento and speak to one of our local soil experts or agronomists about your upcoming project.

Visit with Holloway at The Almond Conference in SacramentoBrian Milne2023-11-30T17:25:50-08:00

Rain, Water Penetration Issues Continue to Disrupt 2023 Season

Brian Milne2023-08-23T08:08:27-07:00

Holloway’s agronomy team saw major issues Monday while making its rounds in Kern County, noting standing water on a number of high-producing orchards that already had nuts drying on the ground in windrows.

Rain, Water Penetration Issues Continue to Disrupt 2023 SeasonBrian Milne2023-08-23T08:08:27-07:00

Holloway Launches #BrakeForHarvest PSA Campaign for Harvest Worker Safety

Brian Milne2023-08-17T11:43:22-07:00

Please watch for harvest machinery and use extra caution when driving through agricultural harvest areas this time of year! #BrakeForHarvest

Holloway Launches #BrakeForHarvest PSA Campaign for Harvest Worker SafetyBrian Milne2023-08-17T11:43:22-07:00

Crop Update: Hull Split in Almonds is Here

Brian Milne2023-07-14T12:30:12-07:00

As of July 14, hull split is finally starting to show on some almond blocks in the south Valley, weeks later than we traditionally see due to the wet weather and cooler temperatures affecting this season.

Crop Update: Hull Split in Almonds is HereBrian Milne2023-07-14T12:30:12-07:00

UCCE: Full Degree of Storm Damage in Orchards Still Unknown

Brian Milne2023-07-12T12:34:56-07:00

University of California Cooperative Extension experts are now noting “it may take a year before damage to Central Valley orchards from the winter and spring barrage of atmospheric rivers is fully known."

UCCE: Full Degree of Storm Damage in Orchards Still UnknownBrian Milne2023-07-12T12:34:56-07:00

WATCH ON DEMAND: Holloway Hosts World Ag Seminar on “Bringing Our Soils Back to Life”

Brian Milne2023-05-16T09:50:53-07:00

Watch on demand as Holloway CEO Brian Maxted and Director of Agronomy Steve Lenander host World Ag Expo seminar presentation on "Bringing Our Soils Back to Life."

WATCH ON DEMAND: Holloway Hosts World Ag Seminar on “Bringing Our Soils Back to Life”Brian Milne2023-05-16T09:50:53-07:00

Spring Tissue Sampling Provides Critical In-Season Health Check

Brian Milne2023-04-21T11:45:26-07:00

Tissue sampling has helped growers identify, address nutrient issues after a cold, rainy bloom April is a busy time of year for our agronomy team, walking orchards and taking samples during what is a critical health check for almonds and other crops in a stage of rapid vegetative and fruit growth (hull and shell development is the focus over the next few weeks for almonds). “Spring tissue samples give us a great snapshot into what’s going on in season,” says Holloway Director of Agronomy Steve Lenander. “The sampling we do in late May and June are more of [...]

Spring Tissue Sampling Provides Critical In-Season Health CheckBrian Milne2023-04-21T11:45:26-07:00

Get Soil Amendments on this Spring to Maximize Potential

Brian Milne2023-03-10T14:30:14-08:00

In coming days, bloom will wrap up and our spring rains will come to an end — signaling your best remaining shot at getting soil amendments on to impact this year’s crop.

Get Soil Amendments on this Spring to Maximize PotentialBrian Milne2023-03-10T14:30:14-08:00

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