A Master s Degree in the subject matter area or a related field is a minimum requirement for application. If you or someone you know is interested in any of these positions, please contact our office for details - 805.934.6240. At a recent Pesticide Applicators Professional Association meeting, Mary Bianchi, Viticulture Farm Advisor for Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties, presented an excellent review of insect and disease problems in Central Coast vineyards. Vertebrate and weed pests were also mentioned. If you missed the presentation and would like a copy of the handout, call our office - 805.934.6240.
Production occurs mainly along the Central Coast and in the low desert.
Cilantro is a relatively insect and disease-free crop. However, as acreage increases, new growing areas come on line and more seed is needed, there is more opportunity for microorganisms to find a home on cilantro. Recently, cilantro leaf samples were submitted to our office. The leaves had pale yellow spots. The margin of the spots faded into the green of the leaf.