Almonds
Addressing Reject Rates and Quality Management in Almond
Almond growers in California are facing significant challenges from persistent pest pressures, leading to increased reject rates and financial…
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Cover Crop
Under the Soil Surface: Cover Crops, Microbes, and Soil Health
Agricultural practices that enhance and protect soil health have gained considerable attention. Among these, cover cropping stands out for its…
Safety
Responsive Fall X2 Decision Saves 100,000 Acre-Feet of Water for Farms and Communities
In a significant development for California's water management, state and federal agencies have announced a modification to the Fall X2 action for…
Events
South Valley Conference Hits All the Marks for Tree Nut Growers in Tulare
Pest, disease and weed management options for tree nut growers as well as some helpful irrigation advice were shared with growers, consultants and…
Almonds
A Northern Perspective: Winter Considerations
After a scorching summer and warm fall, winter looks to be finally arriving. As I write this, chilling units are starting to accumulate, and rain is…
Almonds
A Smarter Way to Track: Automated Camera Traps Help Boost Navel Orangeworm Monitoring Efficiency in Almond
After a season’s experience with two different automated camera traps that monitor navel orangeworm, Jim F. Cook likens them to the Distant Early…
Chestnut
Chestnuts: Could This Ancient Nut Be the West’s New Pioneer?
The ancient and adaptable chestnut tree is quickly taking root in Western orchards.
Almonds
Seeking Perfection: What Processors Are Looking for in a Nut
Does the perfect nut exist? Processors will tell you that depends on the market. Market demand for the almond, pistachio and walnut this harvest…
Cover Crop
Demystifying Biologicals: A Short Guide to Selection and Evaluation
The increasing demand for alternatives to synthetic and traditional chemistries has led to a surge in the use of biologicals. Biologicals, derived…
Nut Crops
Driving Innovation and Sustainability: A Vision for California’s Tree Nut Industry in 2024
As we approach the new year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for growers, processors, and the…