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Steam as a pre-plant soil disinfestant tool in California cut flower production - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

(07-Mar-13)

Using low permeability tarp to improve fumigation efficiency for strawberry production in California - (Abstract Only)

Gao, S., Ajwa, H., Finnimore, S., Qin, R. 2012. Using low permeability tarp to improve fumigation efficiency for strawberry production in California. p.137 In: Book of Abstracts, VII International Strawberry Symposium, ISHS, 18-22 Feb. 2012, Beijing, China.

Degradation and adsorption of carbonated dimethyl disulfide in soils with grape production in california - (Proceedings)

(03-Oct-12)

Low permeability tarp to improve fumigation efficiency for strawberry production in California, USA - (Proceedings)

(18-Jun-12)

Emission and movement of 1,3-dichloropropene and chloropicrin in a large field tarped with low permeability film - (Abstract Only)

Gao, S., Qin, R., Ajwa, H., Sullivan, D., Stanghellini, M. 2012. Emission and movement of 1,3-dichloropropene and chloropicrin in a large field tarped with low permeability film. American Chemical Society Abstracts. Available: http://abstracts.acs.org/chem/224nm/program/view.php.

Airborne flux of 1,3-dichloropropene and chloropicrin applied under totally impermeable film as a function of tarp cutting time - (Abstract Only)

Ajwa, H., Sullivan, D., Gao, S., Stanghellini, M., Sullivan, R. 2012. Airborne flux of 1,3-dichloropropene and chloropicrin applied under totally impermeable film as a function of tarp cutting time. American Chemical Society Abstracts. Available: http://abstracts.acs.org/chem/244nm/program/view.php.

Minimize Emissions and Improve Efficacy of Soil Fumigations with Tarping of TIF - (Abstract Only)

Gao, S., Hansen, B.D., Cabrera, A., Qin, R., Gerik, J.S., Wang, D., Browne, G.T. 2011. Minimize Emissions and Improve Efficacy of Soil Fumigations with Tarping of TIF. Almond Industry Conference Proceedings. p. 66.

Fumigant use and transition from methyl bromide to alternatives in California - (Proceedings)

Gao, S., Wilhoit, L. 2011. Fumigant use and transition from methyl bromide to alternatives in California. International Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives and Emissions Reductions. San Diego, California, October 31-November 2, 2011. p. 74.1-74.4.

Application Of Low Permeability Tarp In Perennial Field Fumigation - (Proceedings)

Gao, S., Qin, R., Cabrera, A., Hanson, B., Gerik, J.S., Wang, D., Browne, G.T. 2011. Application Of Low Permeability Tarp In Perennial Field Fumigation. International Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives and Emissions Reductions, San Diego, California, October 31-November 2, 2011. p. 74.1-74.4.

Subsurface drip application of methyl bromide alternative fumigants for controlling nematodes in replanted grapevines - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Cabrera, A., Wang, D., Schneider, S.M., Hanson, B. 2012. Subsurface drip application of methyl bromide alternative fumigants for controlling nematodes in replanted grapevines. Pest Management Science. 68:773-780.

Fumigant degradation as affected by different application rate in five soils - (Proceedings)

Qin, R., Gao, S., Ajwa, H. 2011. Fumigant degradation as affected by different application rate in five soils. International Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives and Emissions Reductions, San Diego, California, October 31-November 2, 2011. p. 79.1-79.3.

TIF Tarp on emission and fumigant movement in an 8-acre field - (Proceedings)

Gao, S., Qin, R., Husein, A., Sullivan, D., Stanghellini, M. 2011. TIF Tarp on emission and fumigant movement in an 8-acre field. International Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives and Emissions Reductions. San Deigo, California, October 31-November 2, 2011. p. 21.1-21.3.

Effects of landscape fabrics on pest control in a raised-bed trough system for strawberry production without fumigation - (Proceedings)

Cabrera, A., Wang, D., Gerik, J.S., Gan, J. 2011. Effects of landscape fabrics on pest control in a raised-bed trough system for strawberry production without fumigation. International Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives and Emissions Reductions, San Diego, California, October 31-November 2, 2011. p. 5.

Efficacy of 1,3-dichloropropene plus chloropicrin reduced rates under two different tarps against nematodes, pathogens and weeds - (Proceedings)

Cabrera, A., Hanson, B., Abit, M., Gerik, J.S., Gao, S., Qin, R., Wang, D. 2011. Efficacy of 1,3-dichloropropene plus chloropicrin reduced rates under two different tarps against nematodes, pathogens and weeds. International Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives and Emissions Reductions. San Diego, California, October 31-November 2, 2011. p. 75.1-75.3.

Methyl bromide alternatives for grape replant - (Proceedings)

Wang, D., Cabrera, A., Gerik, J.S., Gao, S., Hanson, B., Browne, G.T., Klonsky, K., Vasquez, S. 2011. Methyl bromide alternatives for grape replant. International Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives and Emissions Reductions, San Diego, California, October 31-November 2, 2011. p. 30.1-30.3.

The Fate of Alternative Soil Funigants to Methyl Bromide - (Abstract Only)

Qin, R., Gao, S. 2011. The Fate of Alternative Soil Funigants to Methyl Bromide. American Geophysical Union. Paper No. B51E-0451.

Fumigant emissions affected by bed design and other factors in fields tarped with low permeability films - (Abstract Only)

Qin, R., Gao, S., Dickson, D., Thomas, J.E., Ajwa, H., Wang, D. 2011. Fumigant emissions affected by bed design and other factors in fields tarped with low permeability films. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting. Paper No. 288-11.

Issues and Management in Using Low Permeability Tarps to Reduce Emission from Broadcast Soil Fumigation - (Abstract Only)

Gao, S., Qin, R., Cabrera, A., Gerik, J.S., Hanson, B., Wang, D. 2011. Issues and Management in Using Low Permeability Tarps to Reduce Emission from Broadcast Soil Fumigation. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Paper No. 288-10.

Field testing of methyl bromide alternative fumigants for management of nematodes and grape replant disease - (Popular Publication)

Hanson, B., Cabrera, A., Wang, D., Schneider, S.M. 2011. Field testing of methyl bromide alternative fumigants for management of nematodes and grape replant disease. CAPCA Adviser Magazine. 14:33-37.

Effects of surface seals and application shanks on nematode, pathogen and weed control with 1,3-dichloropropene - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Jhada, A., Gao, S., Gerik, J.S., Qin, R., Hanson, B. 2012. Effects of surface seals and application shanks on nematode, pathogen and weed control with 1,3-dichloropropene. Pest Management Science. 68(2):225-230.

Trapping Efficiency of 1,3-Dichloropropene Isomers by XAD-4 Sorbent Tubes for Air Sampling     - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Gao, S., Pflaum, T.J., Qin, R. 2011. Trapping Efficiency of 1,3-Dichloropropene Isomers by XAD-4 Sorbent Tubes for Air Sampling. Atmospheric Environment. 45: 4322-4327.

Field evaluation of a new plastic film (Vapor SafeTM) to reduce soil fumigant emission and improve distribution in soil     - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Qin, R., Gao, S., Ajwa, H., Sullivan, D., Wang, D., Hanson, B.D. 2011. Field evaluation of a new plastic film (Vapor SafeTM) to reduce soil fumigant emission and improve distribution in soil. Journal of Environmental Quality. 40: 1195-1203.

Drip Application of Methyl Bromide Alternative Chemicals for Control of Soilborne Pathogens and Weeds     - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Gerik, J.S., Hanson, B. 2011. Drip Application of Methyl Bromide Alternative Chemicals for Control of Soilborne Pathogens and Weeds. Pest Management Science. 67: 1129-1133.

Effect of potential methyl bromide alternatives on plant parasitic nematodes and grape yield under vineyard replant conditions - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Cabrera, A., Wang, D., Schneider, S.M., Hanson, B. 2011. Effect of potential methyl bromide alternatives on plant parasitic nematodes and grape yield under vineyard replant conditions. American Journal of Enology and Viticulture. 62(1):42-48.

Effects of emission reduction surface seal treatments on pest control with shank-injected 1,3-dichloropropene and chloropicrin - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Hanson, B., Gao, S., Gerik, J.S., Shrestha, A., Qin, R., Mc Donnald, J.A. 2011. Effects of emission reduction surface seal treatments on pest control with shank-injected 1,3-dichloropropene and chloropicrin. Crop Protection Journal. 30(2):203-207.

Chloropicrin emissions after shank injection: Two-dimensional analytical and numerical model simulations of different source methods and field measurements - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Wang, D., Yates, S.R., Gao, S. 2011. Chloropicrin emissions after shank injection: Two-dimensional analytical and numerical model simulations of different source methods and field measurements. Journal of Environmental Quality. 40:1443-1449.

Demonstration of low permeability tarp technology in soil fumigation for perennials - (Proceedings)

Gao, S., Qin, R., Cabrera, L., Hanson, B.D., Gerik, J.S., Wang, D., Browne, G.T. 2010. Demonstration of low permeability tarp technology in soil fumigation for perennials. Methyl Bromide Alternatives and Emissions Research Conference Proceedings. p.26-1 - 26-4.

Evaluation of TIF to reduce fumigant emissions and the potential to use reduced rates - (Proceedings)

Gao, S., Qui, R., Ajwa, H., Sullivan, D., Wang, D. 2010. Evaluation of TIF to reduce fumigant emissions and the potential to use reduced rates. Proceedings of International Research Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives. p.12-1 - 12-4.

Effect of soil moisture on emission and behavior of fumigants in different textured soils - (Proceedings)

Qui, R., Gao, S. 2010. Effect of soil moisture on emission and behavior of fumigants in different textured soils. Proceedings of International Research Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives. p.87-1 - 87-3.

Calla lily production without methyl bromide - Pacific Area-wide Program for MBA - (Proceedings)

Gerik, J.S., Klose, S., Ajwa, H., Grenne, I. 2010. Calla lily production without methyl bromide - Pacific Area-wide Program for MBA. Proceedings of International Research Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives. p. 34.

Steam disinfestation as a methyl bromide alternative in California cut flower nurseries - (Proceedings)

(01-Sep-10)

PACIFIC AREA-WIDE PROGRAM: CURRENT STATUS OF THE CALIFORNIA PERENNIAL NURSERY SECTOR - (Proceedings)

Hanson, B., Gao, S., Gerik, J.S., Wang, D., Qin, R., Cabrera, J.A., Jhala, A. 2010. PACIFIC AREA-WIDE PROGRAM: CURRENT STATUS OF THE CALIFORNIA PERENNIAL NURSERY SECTOR. International Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives and Emissions Reductions. p.27-1 - 26-2.

Comparisons of surface sealing methods in emission reduction from soil fumigation using field plot tests - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Gao, S., Hanson, B.D., Qin, R., Wang, D., Yates, S.R. 2010. Comparisons of surface sealing methods in emission reduction from soil fumigation using field plot tests. Journal of Environmental Quality. Available on line: Nov 2010, doi:10.2134/jeq2009.0422.

Application techniques for maximizing pest control efficacy of soil fumigants - (Abstract Only)

Wang. D. 2010. Application techniques for maximizing pest control efficacy of soil fumigants. In: Abstracts, International Congress on Soil Disinfection Technologies, July 04 - 07, 2010, Beijing, China

Management strategies to reduce environmental impact from soil fumigation - (Abstract Only)

Wang. D. 2010. Management strategies to reduce environmental impact from soil fumigation. In: Abstracts, International Congress on Soil Disinfection Technologies, July 04 - 07, 2010, Beijing, China

Potential of using low permeability tarp to reduce emissions and application rates in soil fumigation - (Abstract Only)

Gao, S., Qin, R., Cabrera Motta, J., Hanson, B., Wang, D. 2010. Potential of using low permeability tarp to reduce emissions and application rates in soil fumigation. American Society of Agronomy Abstracts. p.341-8.

Evaluation of Totally Impermeable Film for Fumigant Emissions Reduction - (Abstract Only)

Qin, R., Gao, S., Ajwa, H.A., Sullivan, D., Wang, D. 2010. Evaluation of Totally Impermeable Film for Fumigant Emissions Reduction. American Society of Agronomy Abstracts. #341-9.

Lateral movement of soil fumigants 1,3-Dichloropropene and Chloropicrin from treated agricultural fields - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Wang, D., Gao, S., Qin, R., Browne, G.T. 2010. Lateral movement of soil fumigants 1,3-Dichloropropene and Chloropicrin from treated agricultural fields. Journal of Environmental Quality. 39:1800-1806.

Chapter 9 Vapor Flux Measurements – Chamber Methods - (Book / Chapter)

Gao, S., Wang, D. 2011. Chapter 9 Vapor Flux Measurements – Chamber Methods. Vapor Emission to Outdoor Air and Enclosed Spaces for Human Health Risk Assessment: Site characterization, monitoring and modeling. p. 191-207.

Evaluation and Demonstration of a Mobile Steam Applicator to Disinfest Soil in Field-grown California Strawberry and Flower Production - (Abstract Only)

Samtani, J.B., Hanson, B., Gerik, J.S., Fennimore, S., Weber, J.B. 2010. Evaluation and Demonstration of a Mobile Steam Applicator to Disinfest Soil in Field-grown California Strawberry and Flower Production. HortScience 45(8):S228

Distribution and emission of chloropicrin applied as gelatin capsules - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Wang, Q.X., Wang, D., Tang, J., Wei, S., Yan, D.D., Zhang, H., Wang, F.Y., Guo, M., Cao, A. 2010. Distribution and emission of chloropicrin applied as gelatin capsules. Journal of Environmental Quality. 39:917-922.

Effects of reduced-rate methyl bromide applications under conventional and virtually impermeable plastic film in perennial crop field nurseries - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Hanson, B.D., Gerik, J.S., Schneider, S.M. 2010. Effects of reduced-rate methyl bromide applications under conventional and virtually impermeable plastic film in perennial crop field nurseries. Pest Management Science. 66:892-899.

Methods evaluated to minimize emissions from preplant soil fumigation - (Review Article)

Gao, S., Hanson, B.D., Wang, D., Browne, G.T., Qin, R., Ajwa, H., Yates, S.R. 2011. Methods evaluated to minmize emissions from preplant soil fumigation. California Agriculture. 65(1):41-46.

Using Irrigation and Organic Amendment to Reduce Fumigant Emissions - (Proceedings)

Gao, S., B. Hanson, and D. Wang. 2009. Using Irrigation and Organic Amendment to Reduce Fumigant Emissions. In 2009 Proc. California Almonds Conference. Almond Board of California, Modesto, CA. Dec. 9-10, 2009. p. 258-261.

Measurement and Assessment of Field Emission Reductions - (Proceedings)

Gao, G., R. Qin, B. Hanson, D. Wang, G. Browne, and J. Gerik. 2009. Measurement and assessment of field emission reductions. International Conference on MeBr Alternatives and Emission Reductions. November 10-13, 2009, San Diego, CA. In 2009 Ann. Int. Res. Conf. on MeBr Alternatives and Emission Reductions, San Diego, Nov. 10-13, 2009. p. 9-1 to 9-3.

Strawberry Production in Soilless Substrate Troughs – Water Management - (Proceedings)

Wang, D., J. Gartung, P. Vaughan, J. Gerik, M.Z. Gabriel, T. Sjulin, D. Legard. 2009. Strawberry Production in Soilless Substrate Troughs-Water Management. pp.17:1-2, In 2009 "International Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives and Emissions Reduction", San Diego, CA.

Alternatives to Methyl Bromide Soil Fumigation for Vineyard Replant - (Proceedings)

Wang, D., J.Gerik, S.Gao, B.Hanson, R.Qin, G.Browne, S.Vasquez. 2009. Alternatives to Methyl Bromide Soil Fumigation for Vineyard Replant. Page 35:1-3, In 2009 "International Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives and Emissions Reductions", San Diego, CA.

Strawberry Production in Soilless Substrate Troughs – Plant Growth - (Proceedings)

Zazirska Gabriel, M., D. Wang, J. Gerik, J. Gartung. 2009. Strawberry Production in soilless Substrate Troughs-Plant Growth. pp. 98:1-2. In 2009 "International Conference on Methyl bromide Alternatives and Emissions Reduction", San Diego, CA.

Perennial Crop Nursery Sector Progress - Pacific Area-Wide Program for Methyl Bromide Alternatives - (Proceedings)

Hanson, B. D., Gao, S., Gerik, J., Qin, R., and Wang, D. 2009. Perennial crop nursery sector progress - Pacific area-wide program for MB alternatives. Page 32 in: Proc Annu. Intl. Res. Conf. Methyl Bromide Alternatives Emissions Reductions.

Weed and Pathogen Control with Reduced Methyl Bromide Rates in Open Field Nurseries - (Proceedings)

Hanson, B. D., Gerik, J. S., and Schneider, S. M. 2009. Weed and pathogen control with reduced methyl bromide rates in open-field nurseries. Page 97 in: Proc Annu. Intl. Res. Conf. Methyl Bromide Alternatives Emissions Reductions.

Gladiolus Production with Methyl Bromide Alternatives Pacific Area-Wide Program for MBA - (Proceedings)

Gerik, J. S., Klose, S., Ajwa, H., and Wilen, C. 2009. Gladiolus production with methyl bromide alternatives - Pacific area-wide program for MBA. Page 28 in: Proc Annu. Intl. Res. Conf. Methyl Bromide Alternatives Emissions Reductions.

Strawberry Production in Soilless Substrate Troughs – Pathology - (Proceedings)

Gerik, J., Wang, D., Zazirska Gabriel, M., and Gartung, J. 2009. Strawberry production in soil-less substrates troughs - Pathology. Page 99:1 in: Proc Annu. Intl. Res. Conf. Methyl Bromide Alternatives Emissions Reductions.

Effect of Soil Moisture on Fumigant Emissions from a Loam Soil - (Abstract Only)

Qin, R., Gao, S., Hanson, B., Wang, D., Ajwa, H. 2009. Effect of Soil Moisture On Fumigant Emissions From a Loam Soil. ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meeting, Nov. 1-5, 2009, Pittsburgh, PA. Abstract # 52766. http://a-c-s.confex.com/crops/2009am/webprogram/Paper52766.html.

INTERACTIVE EFFECT OF ORGANIC AMENDMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS ON DEGRADATION OF 1,3-DICHLOROPROPENE AND CHLOROPICRIN IN SOIL - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Qin., R., S. Gao, H. Ajwa, B. D. Hanson, T.J. Trout, D. Wang, and M. Guo. Interactive effect of organic amendment and environmental factors on degradation of 1,3-dichloropropene and chloropicrin in soil. J. Agric. Food Chem.57:9063-9070.2009

Spot Fumigation: Fumigant Gas Dispersion and Emission Characteristics - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Wang, D., G. Browne, S. Gao, B. Hanson, J. Gerik, R. Qin, N. Tharayil. 2009. Spot fumigation: fumigant gas dispersion and emission characteristics. Environ. Sci. Technol. 43:5783-5789.

EFFECTS OF MANURE AND WATER APPLICATIONS ON 1,3-DICHLOROPROPENE AND CHLOROPICRIN EMISSION IN A FIELD TRIAL - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Suduan Gao, Ruijun Qin, Bradley D. Hanson, Nishanth Tharayil, Thomas J. Trout, Dong Wang and James Gerik Effects of Manure and Water Applications on 1,3-Dichloropropene and Chloropicrin Emissions in a Field Trial. J. Agric. Food Chem., 2009, 57 (12), pp 5428–5434.

Model assessment of fumigant emissions - (Abstract Only)

Wang, D. and S.R. Yates. 2009 Model Assessment of Fumigant Emissions. In: Abstracts of 238th American chemical Society (ACS) National Meeting and Exposition, Washington, D.C.. August 16-20, 2009.

DEVELOPMENT OF PRACTICES FOR MINIMIZING EMISSIONS FROM SOIL FUMIGATION USING FIELD PLOT TESTS - (Abstract Only)

1. Gao, S., R. Qin, B. Hanson, D. Wang, and S. Yates. 2009. Development of practices for minimizing emissions from soil fumigation using field plot tests. 238th American Chemical Society National Meeting & Exposition, August 16—20, 2009, Washington DC. Abstract no. AGRO 243.

Effects of Fumigant Alternatives to Methyl Bromide on Pest Control in Open Field Nursery Production of Perennial Fruit and Nut Plants - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Schneider, S.M. and B.D. Hanson. Effects of Fumigant Alternatives to Methyl Bromide on Pest Control in Open Field Nursery Production of Perennial Fruit and Nut Plants. 2009. HortTechnol. 19:526-532.

PRODUCTION OF METHYL SULFIDE AND DIMETHYL DISULFIDE FROM SOIL-INCORPORATED PLANT MATERIALS AND IMPLICATIONS FOR CONTROLLING SOILBORNE PATHOGENS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Wang, D., C. Rosen, L. Kinkel, A. Cao, N. Tharayil, J. Gerik. 2009. Production of methyl sulfide and dimethyl disulfide from soil-incorporated plant materials and implications for controlling soil-borne pathogens. Plant Soil. 324:185-197.

Simazine Degradation Rates in Central Valley Soils with Varying Simazine Use Histories - (Proceedings)

Rainbolt, C.M. B.D. Hanson, A. Shrestha, D.L. Shaner, L.J. Krutz. Proceedings Western Society of Weed Science. 62:15

Evaluation of Reduced Methyl Bromide Rates in Field Grown Perennial Crop Nurseries - (Proceedings)

Hanson, B.D. J.S. Gerik, S.M. Schneider. Proceedings Western Society of Weed Science. 62:17

WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN EMISSION REDUCTION IS REQUIRED FROM SOIL FUMIGATION - (Proceedings)

Gao, S. 2009. What to Consider when Emission Reduction is Required from Soil Fumigation. p. 49-55 In Proceedings, 2009 California Plant and Soil Conference, Fresno, CA, February 3 & 4, 2009.

Effects of organic amendment on degradation of 1,3-dichloropropene and chloropicrin in soil - (Abstract Only)

Qin, R., S. Gao, H. Ajwa, B.D. Hanson, T.J. Trout, and D. Wang. 2009. Effects of organic amendment on degradation of 1,3-dichloropropene and chloropicrin in soil. p. 180. In Proceedings, 2009 California Plant and Soil Conference, Fresno, CA, February 3 & 4, 2009.

Comparison of using irrigation and organic amendment to reduce emissions from soil fumigation - (Abstract Only)

Gao, S., R. Qin, B. Hanson, D. Wang, and J. Gerik. 2009. Comparison of using irrigation and organic amendment to reduce emissions from soil fumigation. p. 184. In Proceedings, 2009 California Plant and Soil Conference, Fresno, CA, February 3 & 4, 2009.

RELATIVE EFFECT OF SOIL MOISTURE ON EMISSIONS AND DISTRIBUTION OF 1,3-DICHLOROPROPENE AND CHLOROPICRIN IN SOIL COLUMNS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Qin, R., S. Gao, D. Wang, B.D. Hanson, T.J. Trout, and H. Ajwa. 2009. Relative effect of soil moisture on emissions and distribution of 1,3-dichloropropene and chloropicrin in soil columns. Atmospheric Environment. 43:2449–2455.

Comparison of Shank-and-Drip-Applied Methyl Bromide Alternatives in Perenial Crop Field Nurseries. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Hanson, B.D.,S. Schneider,J. Gerik,A. Shrestha, T. Trout, S. Gao. 2009. Comparison of Shank-anf-Drip-Applied Methyl Bromide Alternatives in Perenial Crop Field Nurseries. HortTechnology 19:331-339.

Comparison of Shank-and-Drip-Applied Methyl Bromide Alternatives in Perennial Crop Field Nurseries - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Schneider, S.M., B.D. Hanson, J.S. Gerik, A. Shrestha, T.J. Trout, S. Gao. Comparison of Shank-and-Drip-Applied Methyl Bromide Alternatives in Perennial Crop Field Nurseries. 2009. HortTechnology. 19:331-339.

VINEYARD SOIL FUMIGATION-ALTERNATIVES TO METHYL BROMIDE - (Proceedings)

Wang,D., B. Hanson, J. Gerik, S. Gao, and S. Vasquez. 2009. Vineyard soil fumigation-alternatives to methyl bromide. Proc. San Joaquin Valley Grape Symposium. Easton, CA, p.1-8.

PESTICIDE MODELS FOR SIMULATING ENVIRONMENTAL TRANSPORT OF SOIL FUMIGANTS - (Book / Chapter)

Wang, D. 2010. Chapter 5: Pesticide models for simulating environmental transport of soil fumigants. pp. 211-225. In K. Bundgaard and L. Isaksen (eds.) Agricultural Research and Technology. Nova Science Publishers, Inc., Hauppauge, NY.

Leaching and Root Zone Salinity Control - (Book / Chapter)

Ayars, J.E., Corwin, D.L., Hoffman, G.J. 2012. Leaching and root zone salinity control. In: Wallender, W.W. and Tanji, K.K. (eds.) ASCE Manual and Reports on Engineering Practice No. 71 Agricultural Salinity Assessment and Management. 2nd Edition. ASCE, Reston, VA. p. 371-403.

Challenges in Weed Management Without Methyl Bromide - (Proceedings)

Hanson, B.D. A. Shrestha. California Plant and Soil Conference Procedings. 2009: 45-48

USING IRRIGATION AND ORGANIC AMENDMENT TO REDUCE FUMIGANT EMISSIONS - (Proceedings)

Gao, S., B. Hanson, D. Wang, and J. Gerik. 2008. Using irrigation and organic amendments to reduce fumigant emissions. In 2008 Proceedings, 36th Almond Industry Conference. Dec. 10-11, Modesto, CA. pp. 244-247.

Distribution of Glyphosate-Resistant Horseweed (Conyza Canadensis) and Relationship to Cropping Systems in the Central Valley of California - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Hanson, B.D., A. Shrestha, D.L. Shaner. 2009. Distribution of Glyphosate-Resistant Horseweed (Conyza Canafensis) and Relationship to Cropping Systems in the Central Valley of California. Weed Science. 57:48-53

Effects of Water Seal on Reducing 1,3-Dichloropropene Emissions from Different Textured Soils - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

McDonald, J.A. S. Gao, R. Qin, B.D. Hanson, T.J. Trout, and D. Wang. 2009. Effect of water seal on reducing 1,3-dichloropropene emissions from different soil textures. Journal of Environmental Quality. 38: 712-718.

REDUCING 1,3-D AND CHLOROPICRIN EMISSIONS WITH SUBSURFACE DRIP AND VIF - (Proceedings)

Wang, D.,N. tharayil, R. Qin, S. Gao, B.D. Hanson. 2008. Reducing 1, 3-D and Chloropicrin Emissions with Subsurface Drip and VIF. International Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives and Emissions Reductions. 33:1-3.

EMISSIONS OF 1,3-DICHLOROPROPENE AND CHLOROPICRIN FROM MANURE AMENDMENT AND POST-FUMIGATION WATER TREATMENT - (Proceedings)

Gao, S., R. Qin, N. Tharayil, B. Hanson, J. Gerik, D. Wang, and T. Trout. Emissions of 1,3-dichloropropene and chloropicrin from soils with manure amendment and post-fumigation water treatment. Ann. Int. Res. Conf. on MeBr Alternatives and Emission Reductions, San Diego, Nov. 11-15, 2008. pp. 34-1 to 34-2.

DYNAMIC FLUX CHAMBER SYSTEMS FOR FUMIGANT EMISSION MEASUREMENTS - (Proceedings)

Gao, S, D. Wang, T. Pflaum, R.Qin, B. Hanson, G. Browne, H. Ajwa, and S. Yates. Dynamic flux chamber systems for fumigant emission measurements. Ann. Int. Res. Conf. on MeBr Alternatives and Emission Reductions, San Diego, Nov. 11-15, 2008. pp. 21-1 to 21-4.

LOW PERMEABLE TARPS REDUCE EMISSIONS FROM DRIP-APPLIED INLINE IN A STRAWBERRY FIELD TRIAL - (Proceedings)

Qin, R., S. Gao, and H. Ajwa. Low permeable tarps reduce emissions from drip-applied inline in a strawberry field trial. Ann. Int. Res. Conf. on MeBr Alternatives and Emission Reductions, San Diego, Nov. 11-15, 2008. p. 114-1 to 114-4.

SHANK DESIGNS AND SOIL SURFACE TREATMENTS ON 1,3-D EMISSIONS IN A NURSERY FIELD TRIAL - (Proceedings)

Qin, R. S. Gao, B. Hanson, D. Wang, and J. Gerik. Shank designs and soil surface treatments on 1,3-d emissions in a nursery field trial. Ann. Int. Res. Conf. on MeBr Alternatives and Emission Reductions, San Diego, Nov. 11-15, 2008. p. 31-1 to 31-2.

Pest Control in Field-Grown Ranunculus Without Methyl Bromide - (Proceedings)

Klose, S., Gerik, J., Ajwa, H. A., Wilen, C., and Mellano, M. A. 2008. Pest control in field-grown Ranunculus without methyl bromide. Page 29 in: Proc Annu. Intl. Res. Conf. Methyl Bromide Alternatives Emissions Reductions.

PEST CONTROL WITH CALIFORNIA APPROVED NURSERY STOCK CERTIFICATION 1, 3-D TREATMENTS - (Proceedings)

Hanson, B.D.,S. Gao,J. Gerik,D. Wang, and R. Qin. 2008. Pest Control with California Approved Nursery Stock Certification 1, 3-D Treatments. Proceedings Annual International Research Conference on Methyl Bromide alternatives and emission Reductions p.25,(Proceedings)

Dose Response of Agrobacterium Tumefaciens to Soil Fumigants - (Proceedings)

Gerik, J. S., and Wang, D. 2008. Dose response of Agrobacterium tumefaciens to soil fumigants. Page 110 in: Proc Annu. Intl. Res. Conf. Methyl Bromide Alternatives Emissions Reductions.

METHYL BROMIDE ALTERNATIVES FOR VINEYARD REPLANT - (Proceedings)

Wang, D., S.Gao,J.S. Gerik, B.D.Hanson, N. Tharayil, R. Qin, G.T. Browne, C. Smith, K. Klonsky, B. Westerdahl, S. Vasquez, S.R. Yates. 2008. Methyl Bromide Alternatives for Vineyard Replant. International Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives and Emissions Reductions. 14:1-3.

DEGRADATION OF METHYL IODIDE IN SOIL: EFFECTS OF ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Guo, M., and S. Gao. 2009. Degradation of methyl iodide in soil: effects of environmental factors. J. Environ. Qual. 38:513-519.

NEMATODE CONTROL FROM SHANK-AND-DRIP-APPLIED FUMIGANT ALTERNATIVES TO METHYL BROMIDE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Scheneider, S.M., H. A. Ajwa, T. J. Trout, and S. Gao. 2008. Nematode Control Fron Shank-and-Drip-Applied Fumigant alternatives To Methyl Bromide. HortScience. 43(6): 1826-1832.

DISPERSION OF REACTIVE FUMIGANT GASES IN SOIL - (Abstract Only)

Wang,D.,N. Tharayil, R. Qin, S. Gao, B.D. Hanson, J. Gerik, G.T.Browne. 2008. Dispersion of Reactive Fumigant Gases in Soil. Agronomy Abstract (662-8), ASA-CSSA-SSSA, Madison, WI.

Performance of Low Permeable Tarps on reducing 1,3-dichloropropene and Chloropicrin Emissions in a Strawberry Field Trial - (Abstract Only)

Qin, R., S. Gao, and H. Ajwa. Performance of low permeable tarps to reduce 1,3-dichloropropene and chloropicrin emissions in Strawberry Field Trial. 2008 Joint Annual Meeting, GSA-SSSA-ASA-CSSA-GCAGS-HGS, October 5-9, 2008, Houston, TX. Abstract no. 606-7.

Evaluation of Weed Control and Crop Safety with Herbicides in Open Field Tree Nurseries - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Hanson, B. D., Schneiderr, S. M.. 2008. Evaluation of Weed control and Crop Safety with Herbicides in Open Field Tree Nurseries. Weed Technology. 22:493-498.

Glyphosate-resistant hairy fleabane (Conyza bonariensis) Documented in the Central Valley - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Shrestha, A., B.D. Hanson, K.J. Hembree. 2008. Glyphosate-resistant hairy fleabane(Conyza bonariensis)documented in the Central Valley.Calif. Agric. 62:116-119.

Evaluation of Pre-emergence Herbicides in Stone Fruit Field Nurseries - (Proceedings)

Hanson, B.D. Evaluation of Pre-emergence Herbicides in Stone Fruit Field Nurseries[abstract]. Proc. Western Soc. Weed Sci. 61:13.