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Increased demand helps organic walnuts

Certified organic crops typically earn a higher price than their conventional counterparts, but for struggling California walnut growers, the organic premiums have not necessarily translated to higher... more »

Butte County Walnut Variety Trial update on efforts to improve crop performance, yield

In May of 2023, the 10-acre Butte County Walnut Variety Trial was planted at the Chico State Farm in Chico, California, with a goal to identify new varieties that would perform well in the region. This article dives into efforts to improve crop performance, yield since the research began. ... more »

Walnut market recovery may come slowly

After peaking in the 2022-23 season, U.S. walnut acreage fell and is expected to continue to slide in the coming years. Despite more trees being removed, analysts say domestic walnut production may not decline at the same speed as acreage because of better yields in the remaining orchards. more »

UCCE offers seminar, tour for fruit and nut growers

The University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) will host the August North Sac Valley "Third Thursday Things from the Field!" a fruit and nut growers seminar. This educational forum will ... more »

Farmers work to save heat-stressed crops, tree nuts

Persistent, scorching temperatures can put crops, including tree nuts, at risk. California crops continue to take a beating as California farmers work to reduce impacts of a lingering heat wave tha... more »

USDA expands insurance options for specialty crop growers

The USDA is expanding crop insurance options for specialty and organic growers starting with the 2025 crop year that may impact almond and walnut growers. more »
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Tree nut commodity groups receive USDA market promotion funds

Almonds, pistachios, pecans and walnuts are among the commodities receiving federal funds for promotion and market development funding. The funding is part of $300 million allocated to 66 U.S. orga... more »

Growers can utilize resources, tools to help manage unwanted pest threats on the West Coast

Jhalendra P. Rijal, area integrated pest management advisor for the University of California Cooperative Extension in Modesto, delved into two notorious pests. ... more »

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