Regulations
Complying with the Indoor Heat Illness Regulation
Just when you thought California couldn’t get any tougher, the California Occupational Safety and Health Standards (Cal/OSHA) Board approved…
West Coast Nut Reporting
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Pest
‘There’s More to Come’ Researchers Develop LFB Lure-Trap Combination, Now Seek Economic Thresholds
After a seven-year effort, University of California researchers have found what they believe is a viable trap and pheromone lure combination to…
Hazelnuts
Planning for the Double-Density Orchard
Is planting double-density hazelnut trees, the technique of overplanting a young orchard, a money-making tactic for your orchard? The answer is…
Hazelnuts
Hazelnut Panel Delves into Innovations
Oregon hazelnut producer Shaun George is walking the walk, and he’s shining a light on innovative production practices along the way.
Irrigation
Mitigating Stress with Management Decisions
Humans stress over many things in their lives. It turns out, trees do too.
Almonds
From the Board: ABC Research Focused on Improving Efficiency for Almond Growers
One of the most valuable assets the almond industry has at its fingertips is the insights gathered through focused research and exploration. Years…
Almonds
View from the Top: Processor to Government Leaders: ‘Hear Us Out’ Amy Sihto, President of El Dorado Almonds, Has a Message for the Policymakers Who Regulate California Agriculture
Processing almonds and getting them to customers is a hard enough job. But add in ramped-up regulations and arduous permitting processes, and the…
Almonds
Economic Outlook and Other Considerations for the 2025 Almond Pollination Season
With every new year comes the realization that almond orchards will be in full bloom before long. This article summarizes some considerations for…
Ag Industry
Why the California Walnut Conference Is an Industry Tradition Worth Celebrating
In California agriculture, walnuts are more than just a crop; they’re a legacy. For 16 years, the California Walnut Conference has stood as a vital…
Orchard Management Monthly Newsletter
FFA and Mentorship Forge a Farming Path for Brandon Heinrich at B&M Orchards
When Brandon Heinrich of B&M Orchards Inc. was in junior high, he wanted to be a petroleum engineer. Until his dad pointed him toward Future Farmers…