Walnuts

California walnut industry gears up for stellar 2023 harvest

The California walnut industry is gearing up for a stellar 2023 harvest and shipping season after several years of drought, record low grower returns, COVID disrupted markets with supply chain challen... more »

UC Davis studies removing rancidification to boost English walnut consumption

A study by UC Davis researchers has examined how shelled walnuts can be improved to foster increasing consumption. Because of the vast information on health benefits and the urbanization impact cha... more »

Growers react to India’s plan to remove retaliatory tariffs on almonds, walnuts

India’s agreement to remove retaliatory tariffs on some U.S. farm products is seen as a positive development, but with some trade impacts remaining, farmers and agricultural exporters say it may tak... more »

A change in philosophy

Terranova Ranch thrives by focusing on water, energy conservation ... more »

2023 Walnut Crops

Q&A with Joe Grant, research director at California Walnut Board & Commission ... more »

USDA working group to battle spotted lanternflies

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has introduced a strategic plan to battle spotted lanternflies, pest that harms many fruit, vegetable and nut crops. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection S... more »

India eliminates 20% retaliatory tariff on walnuts

United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai’s announcement that India agreed to remove retaliatory tariffs on walnuts, as well as additional U.S. products, is welcome news. Trade representat... more »

India to lift tariffs on U.S. almonds, walnuts and apples

India is lifting retaliatory tariffs on U.S. almonds, walnuts and apples after the two nations agreed to terminate six outstanding disputes at the World Trade Organization. The tariffs were in resp... more »