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Long-term bullish on walnuts

Carriere Family Farms’ expansion shows optimism for the California walnut industry. ... more »

In-season and postharvest management of navel orangeworm in walnut

Third and fourth flights put walnuts at higher risk, but varieties harvested later are at an increased risk since their almond neighbors have already been harvested. more »

Freeze, drought diminish almond yields

USDA's Risk Management Agency reported $35 million in indemnities paid for almond crop losses this year, with more than 91% of those attributed to the freeze more »

Effort secures federal procurement program for almonds

The almond industry doesn’t always have surplus inventory, but big crop years combined with pandemic-related shipping issues created conditions for almonds to participate in the federal program this year. more »

Newsom highlights latest efforts to address California water concerns

Hotter and drier weather conditions could reduce California’s water supply by up to 10% by the year 2040. more »

Assembly panel urged to keep farmers in California

With technology making other regions newly viable, legislation providing restrictions, and drought forcing the fallowing of farmland, California growers continue to face significant challenges. more »

Crops fallowed, herds reduced as drought deepens

State farmers fallowed 395,100 acres of cropland last year, resulting in more than 14,000 lost farm jobs and $1.7 billion in revenue losses. more »

August walnut orchard management considerations in California

These recommendations are intended to help growers, but the optimal times for these specific practices may vary based on farm location and conditions. more »