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India proposes 70% tariff reduction on U.S. pecan imports

Reducing the import tariff on pecans in India has been a long-time trade priority for the National Pecan Federation. more »

California DPR grants emergency kasugamycin exemption to combat bacterial blast

The registration allows up to two applications under anticipated cold or freezing conditions on almonds, but is prohibited after petal fall. more »

Smooth succession

The next generation begins to take over one of the oldest pistachio processors. ... more »

UC Davis looks at vegetation for infiltration

More California growers are looking to incorporate some form of agriculturally managed recharge into their water management plans, and UC Davis developed a soil tool to help determine suitability. more »

Oklahoma State to host pecan pest management workshop in February

Growers can learn more about integrated pest management methods for scouting, monitoring and control, which can be particularly helpful in times of increased input costs. more »

Registration now open for GPGA annual conference

In addition to education sessions, the conference will host its annual golf tournament, skeet shoot tournament and an orchard tour. more »

Hedging and shredding in pecan orchards

Returning these limbs and the organic matter and nutrients they hold to the soil may help improve soil quality, and will help improve the sustainability of pecan production. more »

USDA accepting applications for Netherlands agribusiness trade mission

During the trade mission, U.S. participants will meet with buyers from the Netherlands, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, and neighboring Belgium and Germany. more »