Pistachios

Wild weather challenges

The risk of damage from disease and pests expected, harvest impacts not yet known ... more »

National Nut Grower wants to hear from growers

Here at National Nut Grower, we enjoy hearing directly from nut growers and we want to make it easier for you to tell us about your crops. We have created an online form for you to complete so we c... more »

Managing Gill’s mealybug in pistachio

Close monitoring and smart rotations are key ... more »

California pistachio growers and processors contribute $6.4 billion-plus impact to state’s economy

With every new acre of pistachios California reaps a wellspring of economic rewards totaling more than $6.4 billion in the Golden State, according to a new economic study commissioned by American Pist... more »

Pistachios are the nut (and color trend) of 2023

As predicted by food trend experts, the little green nut gains popularity in the U.S. beyond snacking. 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 »

Smooth succession

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

NIFA funds $3.8 million project to find climate-resilient pistachio trees

Relying on just a few primary cultivars has researchers looking for grower feedback as they search for the next best rootstock-scion pair in order to keep pistachios resilient and profitable. more »