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Cover Crop
A Deeper Look at the Biology and Economics of Cover Cropping
In 2013, neophyte almond grower Andrew Carroll had a lot of questions about crop production. “That’s how we…
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Orchard Management Monthly Newsletter
From the Orchard: Turning Ideas and Innovation into Success at Nichols Farms
In a Nutshell: Listen to the Summary Full Article Jimmy Nichols of Nichols Farms knew he…
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Hazelnuts
New Oregon State University Hazelnut Breeder ‘A Really Good Fit’
In fall 1986, one month after Shawn Mehlenbacher started as the hazelnut breeder at Oregon State University (OSU),…
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Hazelnuts
Three Strains of EFB Now Identified in PNW Hazelnuts
Researchers have now determined there are at least three strains of the Eastern Filbert Blight (EFB) fungus now…
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Regulations
A Sneak Peek at State Legislation for 2025
The legislative deadline for bills to be introduced has passed and house of origin policy hearings have begun.…
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Walnuts
From the Board: California Walnut Board and Commission Needs Your Help
Two years ago, the California walnut industry, facing a mature market, escalating costs and increasing global competition, took…
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Almonds
What Your Grade Sheet May Not Be Telling You
Grade sheets from the huller do not tell the entire story about insect damage in an almond crop.…
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Almonds
New Research Underway to Reassess Off-Ground Harvesting for Almonds
A new study is examining the updated economics of off-ground harvesting in almonds to reflect changing economic conditions…
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Ag Industry
“What We Wish our Employees Knew” Students at Merced College Can ‘Upskill’ to Move into Processing Positions
Targeted education and training at Merced College are intended to meet emerging needs of California’s agriculture industry. While…
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Almonds
The Mystery Deepens: Honeybee Losses Soar, Perplexing the Industry About the Causes and Solutions
Call it the case of the mysterious disappearing honeybee. When many beekeepers nationwide cracked open their hives after…
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Weed Management
Top 5 Ways to Maximize Herbicide Applications in Orchards
Planning and persistence are important factors in reducing problem weed populations in an orchard. Developing a strategy to…
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Pistachios
How American Pistachio Growers (APG) is Advancing Sustainability in Pistachio Farming
With growing pressure to produce more while using less, sustainability is no longer optional; it’s essential. For American…
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