Category: Crop Management
California’s SB 72: a new era in water management
Gov. Newsom signed SB 72 to set long-term water targets. Learn how this impacts nut growers and how to prepare for future water planning.
UF to host USDA’s Breeding Insight program, supporting pecans and other crops
UF is hosting the Breeding Insight to support pecans and crops with better disease resistance and yield. Discover the benefits for growers.
Blue Diamond Growers September report details harvest delays, weather impacts
Blue Diamond Growers reports heavy rain and heat affected almond harvests across California. See details from the latest crop progress report.
Postharvest agronomic budget planning
Postharvest is the ideal time to build an agronomic budget with your advisor. Learn how smart planning protects yields and boosts profits.
Building a better chestnut
Michigan researchers are reviving the chestnut industry with advances in genetics and orchard management. See how science is shaping its future.
Burroughs Family Orchards: growing green for generations
See how Burroughs Family Orchards sustainably grows almonds and walnuts while pioneering regenerative organic farming for future generations.
Texas pecans near 2025 harvest in challenging season
Texas pecan growers expect 32 million pounds in 2025 amid weather challenges, scab pressure and market uncertainty. Learn about what’s ahead.
UC, Almond Board sign MOU to boost innovation, sustainability in almond industry
UC and the Almond Board have partnered to drive sustainability, innovation and new almond varieties. Read more about the partnership now.
Blue Diamond Growers report highlights pests, storms challenges
Blue Diamond Growers reports harvest gains despite storms and pest pressure. Check out details from the early September crop progress report.
Collaborative orchard studies improve efficiency, sustainability
Collaborative almond orchard research through CDFA is shaping sustainable farming. See the findings and proven practices to boost success.
July/August 2025 issue highlights: Drift, drying and harvest innovation
Explore July/August 2025’s top tree nut stories, from drift and drying research to harvesting tech, regenerative ag and policy updates.
As supplies thin, price of recycled water could go up
As demand rises and supplies tighten, reclaimed water costs are climbing, threatening farms. Learn what’s at stake and what comes next.
UC Davis grad student wins thousands for almond research
UC Davis grad Aileen Salas has earned $3,000 to advance almond harvest efficiency and pest control. Learn how her work supports growers.
CDFA offers free produce safety training for California growers
CDFA is offering free Produce Safety Alliance training for CA growers September 23–24, 2025. Register now to meet FSMA requirements.
California rethinks sustainable pest management
California’s new pesticide review plan concerns nut growers. Learn why industry leaders are urging practical, science-backed reforms.