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Gregory S. Jorgensen
Email: greg_jorgensen@csufresno.edu
Phone: (559) 278-2066
Fax:(559) 278-6033
Areas of Expertise
Production Agriculture: tree fruit, nuts and vegetable crops; irrigation system development, installation and operation; pest control and plant nutrition recommendations.
Agricultural Management: planning and management of cultural operations; farm planning and development; supervision of agricultural and technical labor.
Education
BS Plant Science, California State University, Fresno. Soils and Irrigation Emphasis
Special Training
1988 Agricultural Energy Management Workshop, Stockton, California
1987 Irrigation System Evaluation Short Course, California State Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, California
1991 Landscape Irrigation Auditing Short Course, California State Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, California
Professional Experience
1985- Present: Field Research Manager, Center for Irrigation Technology, California State University, Fresno. Responsibilities include field research projects investigating and demonstrating improved irrigation management techniques, and supervising work with cooperators.
1982-1985: Assistant Ranch Manager, H.P. Metzler and Sons. Responsible for irrigation system installation and management, pest control decisions, and labor management on 1200 acre tree fruit ranch.
1978-1982: General Manager, Evergreen Turf Farms. Responsible for production and market development for 100-acre farm specializing in sod production.
Publications
Jorgensen, G.S., B.M. Escalera, D.R. Wineman, R.K. Striegler, D.F. Zoldoske, and C. Krauter. 1996. "Microsprayer Frost Protection in Vineyards" CATI Publication No. 960803, Center for Irrigation Technology, California State University, Fresno, CA, 10 p.
Striegler, R. K., G.S. Jorgensen, B.M. Escalera, and G.T. Berg. 1996. "Microsprayer Frost Protection Proves Reliable". American Vineyard, March 1996, 5 (3): 8, 26-27.
Zoldoske, D.F., S. Genito, and G.S. Jorgensen. 1995. Subsurface Drip Irrigation: A University Experience. In Microirrigation for a Changing World: Conserving Resources/Preserving the Environment. Proceedings of the Fifth International Microirrigation Congress, Orlando, Florida, April 2-6, 1995, pp 300-302.
Jorgensen, G.S., K.,N. Norum, editors. 1992. Subsurface Drip Irrigation: Theory, Practices, and Application CATI Publication No. 921001, Center for Irrigation Technology, California State University, Fresno, CA, 212 p.
Jorgensen, G.S. 1992. "Preseason tune-up for micro irrigation systems." Arab World Agribusiness, Volume 8, Number 7.
Jorgensen, G., K.H. Solomon and V. Cervinka, 1992. "Agroforestry Systems for On- Farm Drain Water Management." Proceedings, American Society of Agricultural Engineers Sixth International Drainage Symposium, Nashville Tennessee, December 13- 15, 1992 .
Jorgensen, G.S., K,N. Norum, editors. 1991. Frost Protection Strategies for Trees and Grapevines CATI Publication No. 9111104, Center for Irrigation Technology, California State University, Fresno, CA, 159 p.
Jorgensen, G.S. and K. H. Solomon, 1990. Evaluating Subsurface Drip Irrigation For Turfgrass: An Interim Report. Proceedings, American Society of Irrigation Consultants National Conference, Phoenix, Arizona, October 26-29, 1990, pp 23-29.
Jorgensen, G.S. 1990. Which Grass is Best for Fresno. Landscaping for the Future: A Guide to Central Valley Gardening., The Fresno Bee Special Publication, May 1990, p 5,6.
Zoldoske, D. F. and G. S. Jorgensen, 1990. Careful Chemigation Could Help Growers. Western Fruit Grower, April 1990, 110 (4):26, 28.
Jorgensen, G.S. editor. 1990. Improving Surface Irrigation Efficiency, CATI Publication No. 900104, Center for Irrigation Technology, California State University, Fresno, CA, 130 p.
Jorgensen, G S. 1989. Low Water Application Rates for Turf. Central California Xeriscape '89 Conference Proceedings. May 4, 1989.
Zoldoske, D. F. and G. S. Jorgensen, 1989. Moisture Sensors for Irrigation Management. Grounds Maintenance, April 1989, 24 (4):IR-3, IR-18.
Zoldoske, D. F. and G. S. Jorgensen, 1989. Measuring Soil Moisture. Western Fruit Grower, April 1989, 109 (1):56, 58.
Jorgensen, G.S. 1988. Preseason Irrigation Tuneup. Western Fruit Grower, March 1988, 108 (3):14, 17.
Jorgensen, G.S. , E. Bundy, and M. Miyasaki, editors, 1988. Sensors and Techniques for Irrigation Management, CATI Publication No. 880502, Center for Irrigation Technology, California State University, Fresno, CA, 181 p.
Jorgensen G.S., L. Aldrich and B. Alexander, 1987. Engine Powered Pumping Alternatives, CATI Publication No. 870802, Center for Irrigation Technology, California State University, Fresno, California, 29 p.
Jorgensen G.S.and J.R.Brownell, 1987. Response of Cotton to Aminol-Forte Applications. Technical Report, Center for Irrigation Technology, California State University, Fresno, California, 12 p.
Solomon K.H. and G.S. Jorgensen, 1987. Fixed and Automatic Irrigation Systems. Proceedings, 19th Feria y Confernecia Internacional de Mecanizacion Agraria, March 30- April 2, 1987, Zaragoza, Spain, pp 51-56.
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