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June pistachio shipments reach record 90 million pounds as exports drive demand
Meridian Growers reports record June pistachio shipments based on the latest ACP data as exports remain strong and inventories continue to tighten.
Eligible pecan growers to vote on federal marketing order July 6 to Aug. 3
Eligible pecan growers can vote July 6 to Aug. 3 on whether the federal pecan marketing order should continue under USDA oversight.
Export growth narrows California almond shipment gap to last year
Blue Diamond’s July Almond Market Update, based on the Almond Board of California Position Report, shows June shipments up 14% and exports up 20.6%.
Administrative Committee for Pistachios announces 2026-27 leadership
The Administrative Committee for Pistachios has seated its 2026-2027 committee to oversee quality, food safety and export programs.
USDA fertilizer access grant program taking applications through August 17
$500 million is available to expand domestic production capacity and increase fertilizer availability, according to a news release.
New EU trade agreement expands market access for California tree nuts
The European Union approved a new duty-free tariff rate quota for eligible U.S. tree nut exports through 2029, expanding market access for California growers.
Almond Alliance urges growers to enroll in USDA specialty crop relief program
USDA opened enrollment for the Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers Program, offering eligible almond growers up to $225 per acre.
Trade agreement will not be renewed for another 16-year term
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) will not be renewed for another 16-year term. The deadline to renew the trilateral trade pact passed July 1.
Legislation addressing H-2A program officially introduced
A bill addressing the accessibility and cost of the H-2A visa program has been officially introduced. U.S. House Agriculture Committee chair Glenn Thompson introduced the Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act of 2026 on June 30.
Burro launches Grande 44 work robot with spot spraying, mowing integrations
The tech startup says its new platform is engineered for the most demanding operational challenges — towing, transportation and vegetation management.
New tech alert: HarvestReplay uses labor data and audio podcasts to improve specialty crop management
Learn about an innovative operational intelligence platform created exclusively for specialty crop growers.
Beekeepers: Get your free copy of new Tools for Varroa Management Guide now
The free guide explains practical, effective methods beekeepers can use to measure varroa infestations and select appropriate controls.
May pistachio shipments reach 908.1M pounds as export demand remains strong
ACP reported 908.1 million pounds of pistachio shipments through May as export demand remained strong and marketable inventories continued to tighten.
UC Davis, Pistachio Research Board seek grower input on climate impacts to fruit set
UC Davis and the California Pistachio Research Board are asking growers to report bloom and fruit set conditions following unusual weather.
Supporters of House workforce act legislation can voice opinions online
U.S. House Agriculture Committee chair Glenn Thompson has released details for the Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act and is working to secure House cosponsors before its introduction in late June.