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Upcoming events

    • 6 Jan 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Jimmy's Santee- 9635 Mission Gorge Rd., Santee
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    January PTCA Meeting: Pest Prevention with Fertilizers

    This presentation, featuring Lee Wozniak, will delve into the intricate ways nutrients are organized within trees to effectively combat pathogens and insect pests. It aims to provide insights into how proper fertilization can enhance tree health and resilience against pest infestations, ultimately leading to more robust growth and reduced reliance on chemical pesticides. Throughout the session, attendees will learn about specific nutrients, their roles in plant defense mechanisms, and best practices for integrating fertilizers into pest management strategies.

    Lee's Bio-

    BS Ornamental Horticulture Cal Poly Pomona 1984 Pest Control Advisor 36 Years Certified Crop Advisor 28 Years

    Board Member of California Association of Pest Control Advisors Board Member of San Diego Farm Bureau (Pesticide Task Force) Advisory Committee Member San Diego County Fair Agricultural Section Industry Advisory Committee Member San Diego County FFA

    Member of Professional Tree care Association Member California Landscape Construction Association Volunteer Alta Vista Botanical Gardens Member San Diego Botanical Gardens


    Meeting Details

    Date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 

    Location: Jimmy's of Santee

    Time: 5 PM- Board Meeting/6:00 PM Presentation Begins

    Cost:

    $15 Members if pre-registered- be sure to log in for member benefits!

    $35 Non Member/Member Day Of


    • 17 Jan 2026
    • 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Stein Family Farm 1808 F Ave. National City, CA 91950
    • 55
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    Saturday January 17, 2026   7:30 AM- 2:00PM

    Come join us at The Stein Family Farm in National City for this hands-on demonstration and in the field practice to increase your skills and knowledge of deciduous fruit tree pruning.  This workshop requires your participation in pruning of these trees.

    Workshop Leaders:

    • Kurt Peacock, Consulting Arborist
    • Dave Ephron, Arborist, One Tripp Tree Service
    • Matt Smith, Arborist, Smith Family Tree Service


    Program:

    • We will meet at 7:30AM for coffee and light refreshments
    • A discussion of tools and their care/usage- Proper pruning techniques
    • Status and needs of deciduous fruit at the Stein Farm
    • A brief overview of the “must do” tasks and timing to insure best care for and results from your fruiting trees and shrubs. Included are fertilization, insect and disease identification and IPM
    • Hands on pruning of the trees at the farm until 2 PM


    What to bring Hand pruners, handsaws and gloves. Field attire & proper shoes


    Registration includes Lunch, refreshments, handouts and CEU hours arborist & tree worker.  Please indicate if you are a vegetarian for lunch preference

    Location: Stein Family Farm 1808 F Ave. National City, CA 91950 (street parking)

    Cost: $100.00

    QUESTIONS?

    CALL OR EMAIL Kurt Peacock 619-992-8508 kpeacock1963@gmail.com


    Certified Arborist and Certified Tree Worker 5.0 hours

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