Welcome to CAPCA's new bi-monthly podcast - Advice for the Adviser!
Agriculture is a complex industry, and busy Pest Control Advisers don’t always have the time or patience to find the information pertinent to them. Join CAPCA staff, Alexis and Patrick, as they cut through the noise to help California PCAs find reliable information. Each episode contains powerful information to help PCAs navigate regulatory changes, find and understand information that impacts you, and learn about new opportunities to build your knowledge and business.
Steward Stories: California PCAs in Their Own Words
Send us a text Step into the vibrant world of California agriculture with our final episode, and hear directly from the experts — the state’s Pest Control Advisers (PCAs) — as they share candid stories of stewardship, innovation, and everyday triumphs that shape our landscapes. This episode isn’t just a conclusion; it’s a celebration of the voices and commitment that have defined Advice for the Adviser. Listen to the honest reflections, heartfelt lessons, and inspiring connections that have m...
8 Aug 2025TRANSCRIPT
When Beetles Go Rogue - The Curious Case of Pear-Feeding Borers
Dr. Cindy reveals how a pear pest, flatheaded borer, unexpectedly shifted its behavior to attack fruit, potentially creating new challenges for crop management in an interview episode.
15 May 2025TRANSCRIPT
Biocontrol of Spotted Lanternfly
Dr. Marco Molfini discusses the imminent threat of the spotted lanternfly to California agriculture and the urgent biocontrol research underway at UC Riverside in this interview.
17 Apr 2025TRANSCRIPT
CAPCA’s CDFA Grant-Funded Study and Update
Hosts discuss the 2025 CDFA grant-funded study with industry experts Jonathan Battig and Issa Qandah, highlighting new crops and disease control solutions.
12 Dec 2024TRANSCRIPT
Walmart Makes Public IPM Commitment and This Means IPM Plans Are Required - A Deep Dive into Auditable IPM
Send us a textIn 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://primus...
8 Oct 2024TRANSCRIPT
Voices of CAPCA's 50th Annual Conference - A Sneak Peek
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 Gro...
15 Jul 2024TRANSCRIPT
Rachel from CLA Updates CAPCA on the ESA Workplan
In this episode of Advice for the Adviser we talk to Rachel Lattimore, the General Counsel and Executive Vice President of Legal at CropLife America, and dive into some of the nuances of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Endangered Species Act (ESA) updates, regulations, and mitigations.
CropLife America website: https://www.croplifeamerica.org/ (https://www.croplifeamerica.org/)
EPA ESA webpage: https://www.epa.gov/laws-regulations/summary-endangered-species-act (https://www.epa.gov/laws-regulations/summary-endangered-species-act)
25 Jun 2024TRANSCRIPT
2024 Seasonal Outlook with California Citrus Mutual
In our fourth full-length episode of Advice for the Adviser, we talk with Casey Creamer, President and CEO of California Citrus Mutual (CCM) about the 2024 seasonal outlook for citrus in California.
Our discussions include the challenges and innovations within the citrus industry, sustainable pest management strategies, and water insights. Whether you're a citrus PCA or eager to learn more about the crop, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge.
CCM website: https://www.cacitrusmutual.com/
18 Jun 2024TRANSCRIPT
2024 Seasonal Outlook with California Association of Winegrape Growers
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:
Communicate frequently and often with your grower(s) about their particular situation.
Be an extra set of eyes for the grower with field scouting to help with early detection.
Be a resource for the grower by offering solutions.
CAWG 50th Anniversary celebration: November 21, 2024, in downtown Sacramento.
18 Jun 2024TRANSCRIPT
2024 Seasonal Outlook with Cailfornia Association of Winegrape Growers
In our third full-length episode of Advice to 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.
CAWG website: https://www.cawg.org/
Takeaways for PCAs:
Communicate frequently and often with your grower(s) about their particular situation.
Be an extra set of eyes for the grower with field scouting to help with early detection.
Be a resource for the grower by offering solutions.
CAWG 50th Anniversary celebration: November 21, 2024, in downtown Sacramento.
7 Jun 2024TRANSCRIPT
2024 Seasonal Outlook with California Fresh Fruit Association and Syngenta
In our second full-length episode of Advice to the Adviser, we talk with Daniel Hartwig, President of the California Fresh Fruit Association (CFFA) about the 2024 seasonal outlook for fruit in California.
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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7 Jun 2024TRANSCRIPT
Straight Talk About CE Tracking and Renewing Your License
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/
7 Jun 2024TRANSCRIPT
2024 CAPCA Continuing Education Opportunities
Alexis Silveira talks about CAPCA's 2024 continuing education opportunities, including 10 hours of free CE for members.
3 Jan 2024TRANSCRIPT
CAL Program
In this episode learn about CAPCA's Chapter Advocacy Leadership (CAL) Program with Alexis.
For more information about the CAL Program, or to get involved, email ruthann@capca.com
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3 Jan 2024TRANSCRIPT
C&T and CDFA Grant Opportunity
In Episode 1 of Advice to the Adviser, we dive into some of the new California DPR Certification & Training updates for license and certificate holders, as well as a new grant opportunity for PCAs.
CDPR C&T Information: https://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/license/cert_training.htm
For information on the CAL Program email ruthann@capca.com
OPCA website: https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/oefi/opca/
CDFA/CAPCA Grant Information: https://capca.com/grants/
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2 Jan 2024TRANSCRIPT
Introducing Advice for the Adviser
Welcome to Advice for the Adviser, brought to you by the California Association of Pest Control Advisers (CAPCA).
In this teaser, get to know your hosts and how this podcast came to fruition.
https://capca.com/
Inside a recent episode
Steward Stories: California PCAs in Their Own Words
Published 6 Jan 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] Sustainable pest management and integrated pest management is using the best possible science and managing and understanding some of the other environmental implications that can be involved here. And once people started hearing about some of the sustainable practices that we've been using, that job felt a lot better to describe and to understand. I think there are so many great resources available to us, but I've always really appreciated some of the research that comes out of our land grant colleges, namely the University of California system. They have done a very good job of providing a lot of the research, and they tend to be good, solid science. […]
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