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Almonds
Blue Diamond Looks to Boost Efficiencies, Improve Grower Returns and Innovate New Products
In 2023, leaders of Blue Diamond Growers launched a three-year strategic plan designed to increase efficiencies while also…
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Pest Management
Why Are Growers Still Using Fumigants?
This month, the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) will hold a series of public hearings on newly…
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Weed Management
Building a Solid Weed Management Program
Effectively reducing weed populations in orchards requires persistence and investment to control weeds before they set seed. Poor…
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Regulations
1,3-D: Here We Go Again
As predictable as the sun rising, environmental justice and pesticide activists have been successful in having the California…
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Pest
New Advances and Approaches to Pest Management
Researchers are gaining ground on some of most formidable challenges facing tree nut growers. Advances in sustainable pest…
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Labor
Navigating Wage and Hour Law Challenges in Agriculture: Start the New Year with a Clear Understanding to Avoid Litigation
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division recovered more than $273 million in back wages and…
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Disease
Preventative Strategies for Phytophthora Root and Crown Rot in Walnut
Phytophthora crown and root rot can cause tree loss in walnut. The disease is caused by species of…
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Harvest
Pruning Considerations for Tree Nut Orchards
Distinguish training (before bearing) from pruning (done annually on mature trees). Pruning is one of the cultural practices…
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Pistachios
Pistachio Market Update and Three-Year Outlook
As the fastest-expanding tree nut industry in California, the pistachio industry has experienced a significant transformation over the…
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Walnuts
Can We Help Walnuts Get Through Low-Chill Winters?
As discussed previously in West Coast Nut and on UC’s SacValleyOrchards.com blog, walnuts are one of the highest-chill-requirement…
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New Tech
Advancements in Pollination Technology Gain Foothold in Tree Nut Orchards
A little over four years ago, BeeHero entered the almond market with technology for improving pollination by giving…
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Ag Industry
Growers Have to Decide Where or IF Cutting Costs Is Possible
Weighing the pros and cons of common orchard management practices in the face of tough economic times is…
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