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Almond Board of California announces 2023 elections

The industry will choose for one independent grower position and two independent handler positions on the board of directors. Alternate seats for those spots are also open. more »

USDA seeks nominees for American Pecan Promotion Board

The American Pecan Promotion Board is seeking nominees for four producer seats representing the Western Region, two importer seats, and one vacant producer seat representing the Central Region. more »

Disease management in almond in tight budget year

Preventative treatment with the right fungicides should give better disease control compared to spraying after infection once symptoms appear. more »

Wanted: Information about insect pests in Midwest hazelnuts

University of Minnesota is asking for grower feedback on pest management in hazelnut. more »

USDA adds ochratoxin A testing for pistachios exported to European Union

The testing of OTA, a mycotoxin, was added to the existing Laboratory Approval Program for Analysis of Aflatoxins, and the program was rebranded to the Laboratory Approval Program for Analysis of Mycotoxins. more »

14th Annual Upper Midwest Hazelnut Growers Conference registration open

Speakers and presentations will cover a range of topics, including hazelnut genetics, infrared drying, new cultivars, cost share, pest and disease issues, branding and more. more »

Longtime partner brings expertise to Almond Board

After a 17-year tenure with Sterling-Rice Group, where Laura Morin spent 12 years working on Almond Board of California programs, she now joins as marketing director of North American and China for the organization. more »

Registration open for Almond Board’s IPM + NOW Summit

The summit will focus on some of the top pests and diseases in almond today, as well as provide resources for growers. more »