Category: Sustainability
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.
Biologically Integrated Farming Systems funding available for sustainable pest management projects
California’s BIFS program is offering $2 million in grant funding for sustainable pest management projects. Concept proposals are due June 30.
Ventura County among fastest-warming U.S. regions, UC ANR scientists warn farmers
Ventura County is among the fastest-warming U.S. regions, impacting local crops. UC scientists offer farmers tools and guidance to adapt.
California launches advanced microirrigation program to boost crop water efficiency
California launches a new microirrigation school for growers March 30–April 3. Learn hands-on strategies to improve water use efficiency.
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.
California releases San Joaquin River watershed studies to guide flood-managed aquifer recharge
California releases studies on Flood-MAR to boost groundwater recharge and reduce flood risk. Learn how communities and ag can benefit.
New USDA program aims to boost regenerative practices
USDA’s new $700 million program supports soil health and regenerative practices. Learn how growers can apply for 2026 funding.
UC Davis launches survey on cover crops in California pistachio orchards
UC Davis is surveying pistachio growers on cover crop practices. Take the survey to help guide future research and industry outreach.
Improving recharge outcomes and soil health
Pistachio growers are using cover crops and on-farm recharge to enhance water infiltration and soil health. See how your orchard can benefit.
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.
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.
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.
May/June 2025 issue highlights: Pest, labor and water insights
Discover timely advice on pest control, water scarcity, labor challenges and more in the May/June 2025 issue of National Nut Grower.
USDA launches new tool to support specialty crop exports
USDA’s MRL reference sheets help U.S. specialty crop exporters navigate global pesticide residue limits. Get details on the new resources.
2025 Pest and Disease Survey Report
From navel orangeworm to blight, discover which threats dominate orchards in 2025 and how growers are responding. Get the full report now.