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July pistachio shipments rise 18.3% to record level
July pistachio shipments reached a record 74.9 million pounds as exports remained strong and the industry prepared for a smaller 2026 crop.
California Farmland Trust reaches 90th conservation project, protecting more than 20,000 acres
California Farmland Trust completed its 90th conservation project, permanently protecting more than 20,000 acres of irrigated farmland.
Fresno County seeks reports of heat damage to pistachio crops
Fresno County is asking pistachio growers to report crop damage from recent spring heat to support agricultural disaster assessments.
UC Davis, Pistachio Research Board seek grower input on climate impacts to fruit set
UC Davis and the California Pistachio Research Board are asking growers to report bloom and fruit set conditions following unusual weather.
Water planning for a different future in California orchards
California nut growers are adapting to SGMA groundwater regulations that affect water access, farm planning and profitability. See what this means for growers.
MSU experts highlight cover crop strategies for regenerative orchards and vineyards
MSU Extension experts discuss cover crop strategies that help orchard and vineyard growers improve soil health and support regenerative farms.
Great Lakes Tek Flex highlights robotics, precision ag tech for specialty crop growers
Great Lakes Tek Flex will showcase robotics, drones and precision ag technology for specialty crop growers Sept. 10-11 in Michigan.
Michigan State Extension to host chestnut grower meetings through September
MSU Extension will host seven online meetings for chestnut growers from May to September covering pest, crop and management. Learn more about the discussion topics.
New ‘Golding’ pecan variety offers scab resistance
UGA pecan breeder Patrick Conner said ‘Golding’ offers quality, yield potential and scab resistance for growers using fungicides. Learn more about this new pecan variety.
146 Georgia counties now designated for drought aid
USDA added 20 Georgia counties to its drought disaster declaration, bringing the statewide total to 146 eligible counties. See the list of new counties added and contingent counties in the area.
Georgia producers can apply for Hurricane Helene loss assistance in eligible counties
Georgia producers in eligible counties may apply to the Georgia Department of Agriculture for compensation related to Hurricane Helene losses. Covered categories include infrastructure, nursery crops, pecans, blueberries, citrus, and damaged plasticulture and bare-ground practices.
Georgia pecan growers eligible for Hurricane Helene relief starting March 16
Pecan growers in Georgia affected by Hurricane Helene can seek state disaster relief. Applications open March 16 for a limited time.
CDFA awards $1.69 million in grants to advance irrigation, nutrient management research
CDFA funds $1.69M in research to improve almond irrigation and nutrient practices. Learn how growers can benefit from these new tools.
Annual chestnut growers meeting opens for 2026
The 2026 MCPC Annual Meeting will cover chestnut orchard management, pests and harvest tech. Get more details on how to register now.
‘Unrelenting’ fog aids Central Valley fruits and nuts
Extended tule fog helped Central Valley almonds and pistachios accumulate winter chill. See what this means for 2026 crops.