Delivering scientific, research-based information, resources, education, and on-line tools on California agronomic crops to growers, researchers, industry professionals, governmental agencies, and the general public.
Fertility Resources and Decision Support Tools
Fertility Resources
California Fertilization Guidelines
Decision Support Tools
California Bulk Density Calculator
- “This calculator estimates bulk density based on saturation percentage and soil organic matter in California soils”
Cover Crop Species Selector
- "Both a tool to select a cover crop species based on goals and a comprehensive cover crop database. Data is verified by experts in California and the western region”
Nutrient Management Tools
- "These interactive online tools provide practical guidance for nitrogen management in several annual crops, estimating crop nitrogen requirements, and evaluating nitrogen release from organic amendments to support efficient and environmentally responsible crop production."
What is Agronomy?
Agronomy is the application of science and technology from the fields of biology, chemistry, economics, ecology, soil science, water science, pest management and genetics to the improvement and management of the major food crops of the world.
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Agronomic Crops in California
Agronomic crops occupy over 5 million of the approximately 8 million irrigated acres in California, having large impacts on water use, nutrient management, farm profitability and human health.
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History of Agronomy
In 1904, a Division of Experimental Agronomy was established in the College of Agriculture of the University of California, Berkeley. By 1906, it was clear that a Berkeley location for experimental work could not meet requirements and the division was shifted to the University Farm at Davis.