Almonds

Blue Diamond Growers recalls almonds after testing finds salmonella

Over 347,000 pounds of almonds were recalled of whole brown almonds. The status is ongoing, though Blue Diamond has said it has recovered 100% of the nuts. Batch and Lot numbers included here. more »

Almond case study tests new ROI calculator for cover crops

Can the economic benefit of cover crops accurately be measured and, if so, what is the return on that investment? more »

New directors of Almond Board of California begin their terms

The 10-member board has five grower members and five handler members, also with three independent and two co-op representatives. more »

BBC’s The Green Planet offers thoughtful view of almond stewardship efforts

Acclaimed filmmaker David Attenborough puts California almonds on the world stage. more »

Insecticide options for navel orangeworm IPM in almond – a recent trial summary

A few IPM practices are being accepted as standard, but how do the various insecticides stack up against each other in navel orangeworm control? more »

PMSA says California nut exports via California ports are rising

Nut exports shipped through California ports, including the Port of Oakland, are rising, and there is little evidence that exporters are utilizing the Port of Houston as an alternative export port. more »