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Alternatives sought for farm fallowing amid dust worries

Farmers, researchers, government officials and water managers are looking at ways to ease the transition to fallowed ground and mitigate concerns such as dust, and one option points to grain. more »

BBC’s The Green Planet offers thoughtful view of almond stewardship efforts

Acclaimed filmmaker David Attenborough puts California almonds on the world stage. more »

Alternatives sought for farm fallowing in California amid dust worries

Farmers, researchers, government officials and water managers are looking at ways to ease the transition to fallowed ground and mitigate concerns such as dust. more »

Insecticide options for navel orangeworm IPM in almond – a recent trial summary

A few IPM practices are being accepted as standard, but how do the various insecticides stack up against each other in navel orangeworm control? more »

Top 5 things to consider at hullsplit

To assist during this busy season, Almond Board of California pulled together a list of the top five things to consider before hull split. more »

2022 update for managing mold in walnut

Due to increased reports of mold appearing in walnut, new research has been funded to investigate. more »

OSU hazelnut orchard program update

Mowing was constant, rain delayed irrigation research, and pest research is hard at work in this Oregon State University update. more »

Summer struggles for California almonds

Various factors led to increased pest pressure around California this year. ... more »