Advice for the Adviser

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Patrick Dosier talks about the new CDPR regulations regarding continuing education tracking and renewing your PCA license.
Visit CAPCA's DPR Renewal Hub at:
https://capca.com/dpr-renewal-hub/

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In our third full-length episode of Advice for the Adviser, we talk with Natalie Collins, President of the California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) about the 2024 seasonal outlook for winegrapes in California.
Natalie shares her insights on navigating the dynamic world of winegrape marketing, sustainability practices, and leadership in the industry. Whether you're a seasoned expert or just starting, this episode is packed with valuable advice.

CAWG website: https://www.cawg.org/

Takeaways for PCAs:

1. Communicate frequently and often with your grower(s) about their particular situation.
2. Be an extra set of eyes for the grower with field scouting to help with early detection.
3. Be a resource for the grower by offering solutions.

CAWG 50th Anniversary celebration: November 21, 2024, in downtown Sacramento.

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Join us in this special episode of Advice for the Adviser, where we dive into what to expect at CAPCA’s upcoming Annual Conference, commemorating its 50th Anniversary!
Tune in for engaging conversations with a stellar lineup of guests: Dan Wickham, Co-Chair of the Conference Committee and passionate CAPCA advocate; Scott Downey, Director of the Center for Food and Agricultural Business and professor of Agricultural Economics at Purdue University; and Dennis Donohue, Director of the Western Growers Center for Innovation & Technology.
Whether you’re a seasoned conference attendee or planning to join us for the first time, this episode is packed with valuable insights and information on what to expect from this landmark event. Don’t miss out on the chance to celebrate 50 years of progress and collaboration in the CAPCA community!
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In this episode, we’re joined by Eric Peterson, a Compliance Specialist at Azzule Systems, a division of Primus GFS, to discuss his recent article in The Adviser magazine titled A PCA’s Introduction to Auditable Integrated Pest Management Plans. Eric breaks down what makes an IPM program auditable, why it's critical today, and how PCAs can guide growers in implementing effective plans.

Azzule Systems website: https://azzule.com/
PrimusGFS website: https://primusgfs.com/
Crop Steward website: https://cropsteward.com/
CAPCA Grant Information: https://capca.com/grants/

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In our second full-length episode of Advice for the Adviser, we talk with Daniel Hartwig, President of the California Fresh Fruit Association (CFFA) about the 2024 seasonal outlook for fruit in California. This episode brings you insightful discussions on advisory strategies tailored to the dynamic world of fresh produce.
In addition, we talk to Rodger Belisle, Syngenta's Agronomic Service Representative for Northern California, about crop protection and the upcoming season.

CFFA website: https://cafreshfruit.com/
Syngenta website: https://www.syngenta-us.com/
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