Crop report

California almond acreage drops again in 2024

California’s total almond acreage dropped again in 2024, making three years in a row that acreage has decreased. This is something that has not happened since at least 1995, according to a new re... more »

Almond market update indicates rebound of shipments in October

Blue Diamond Growers released the Nov. 15 almond market update, which noted that almond shipments rebounded in October. Shipments totaling 258 million pounds, was up 21% from September and 4.5% com... more »

U.S. pistachio shipments lag behind last year’s pace

Domestic and international pistachio shipments are falling behind last year's pace, according to the latest report from the Administrative Committee for Pistachios (ACP). more »

U.S. hazelnut production grows despite global pressures and market shifts

In 2023, the U.S. hazelnut industry saw production surge by over 21% compared to the previous year, fueled by steady growth in bearing acreage and yields. According to USDA’s latest data, increas... more »

Blue Diamond reports 2024 almond harvest completion, pest pressures

Blue Diamond Growers announced the near completion of the 2024 almond harvest in its latest crop update. The report stated that most growers are wrapping up work across California's orchards. The r... more »

California walnut crop update optimistic with strong quality, high demand

The California Walnut Commission has provided an optimistic mid-harvest update on the 2024 walnut crop, reporting good progress and strong quality across varieties, including the popular Chandler vari... more »

Pistachio shipments decrease in September amid limited inventory

Meridian Growers reported a nearly 11% decrease in September pistachio shipments compared to the same period last year. This drop is attributed to a minimal carryover from the 2023 crop, not lower ... more »

Blue Diamond Growers reports mixed results for almond shipments and market trends

Blue Diamond Growers released its October market update, reporting mixed results for almond shipments and market trends. Total industry shipments for the second month of the crop year reached 213.6... more »

UC Extension urges growers to focus on irrigation, pruning, pest control

California nut and fruit growers should prepare for winter dormancy with a postharvest management plan, according to the UC Cooperative Extension’s Fruit & Nut newsletter. The report emphasiz... more »

Meridian Growers reports port strike disrupts shipments, pistachio prices rise in its Oct. 3 report

Meridian Growers released its Oct. 3 market update, noting that it expects delays and increase shipping costs due to the East Coast port strike. Pistachio harvest is underway, with some growers jus... more »