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Getting the most out of a low-input pecan orchard

With the majority of Louisiana pecan acreage being low input, managing spacing, fertilizers and the orchard floor are key to good yields. more »

USDA extends deadline for public to comment on competition challenges in seed, fertilizer, other inputs and retail markets

Extended 30 days, the new deadline is June 15, and the information is intended to provide USDA with data on competition and market access for farmers. more »

California senators join effort for export crisis summit

Senators Feinstein and Padilla joined a collaborative of major agriculture associations in a call to action to address the trade crisis. more »

Grower input wanted for water resources study

Researchers and Extension specialists working across California, New Mexico and Utah seek to understand how growers manage water resources, and to provide potential support for drought management. more »

Walnut Board research converts industry assessments into science-based orchard innovation

Continuing with its nearly 50 years of walnut research, California Walnut Board has more projects underway to keep the industry competitive. more »

NASS forecasts smaller almond crop

Harvest 2022 is expected to be down 4% from last year at 2.8 billion pounds. more »

Blue Diamond releases May crop report

California’s Central Valley experienced a wide range of weather conditions in April, as growers evaluated orchards and adjusted budgets. Rising resource costs have forced growers to face difficult decisions, and some orchards have not yet been irrigated. more »