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$90.2 million in USDA grants awarded to strengthen local and regional markets

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced Nov. 23 a $90.2 million investment in 203 projects to strengthen and explore new market opportunities for local and regional food businesses. The fu

Risk management toolbox

Crop insurance provides important safety net for nut growers.

Peptides as insecticides

This new biological is engineered to work like a synthetic.

Closing the gap

Research teams are using imagery and action for smarter almond irrigation and water savings.

Almond Alliance of California names Aubrey Bettencourt as president/CEO

The Almond Alliance of California (AAC) has named Aubrey Bettencourt as its new president and CEO. She currently serves as Director for Sustainability for the California Cattle Council and Western Uni

How is drought affecting irrigation water for pecans?

The pecan industry is substantial, according to USDA statistics. On average, pecan orchards produced around 250 million pounds of nuts per year in the past decade. The industry is valued at about $400

Indoor storage of honeybees

How bees are managed matters for pollination.

Riverdance Farms

This organic farm is keeping its eye on personal experiences and conservation.

Boron and zinc: the almond postharvest duo

Fall applications can mean increased production and money saved.

Almonds No. 1 in Fresno County’s Top 10 Crops listing

The Fresno County Department of Agriculture’s 2020 Crop and Livestock Report was presented to the Board of Supervisors Nov. 16. For the third straight year, Fresno County is the No. 1 agricultural c