walnuts

USDA releases California Walnut Industry Objective Measurement Report, production expected to drop

California walnut production is expected to drop 19% this year, with the USDA forecasting 670,000 tons for 2024, down from 824,000 tons in 2023 in its 2024 California Walnut Industry Objective Measurement Report. more »

Tree nut prices show mixed trends

Tree nut markets experienced varied price movements in the week ending Aug. 23, according to Stratamarkets market update that included information on almonds, walnuts, pecans and other nut crops. Alm... more »

Increased demand helps organic walnuts

Certified organic crops typically earn a higher price than their conventional counterparts, but for struggling California walnut growers, the organic premiums have not necessarily translated to higher... more »

Butte County Walnut Variety Trial update on efforts to improve crop performance, yield

In May of 2023, the 10-acre Butte County Walnut Variety Trial was planted at the Chico State Farm in Chico, California, with a goal to identify new varieties that would perform well in the region. This article dives into efforts to improve crop performance, yield since the research began. more »

Walnut market recovery may come slowly

After peaking in the 2022-23 season, U.S. walnut acreage fell and is expected to continue to slide in the coming years. Despite more trees being removed, analysts say domestic walnut production may not decline at the same speed as acreage because of better yields in the remaining orchards. more »

UCCE offers seminar, tour for fruit and nut growers

The University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) will host the August North Sac Valley "Third Thursday Things from the Field!" a fruit and nut growers seminar. This educational forum will ... more »

California DPR releases modifications to pesticide notification regulation

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) has released modifications to its proposed pesticide application notification regulation, which is geared to support a statewide system providin... more »

UCCE Stanislaus hosts carpophilus beetle workgroup

UCCE Stanislaus County is set to host a carpophilus beetle workgroup from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. on July 9, 2024. This California workgroup will be a virtual event on Zoom, and provides ... more »

USDA expands insurance options for specialty crop growers

The USDA is expanding crop insurance options for specialty and organic growers starting with the 2025 crop year that may impact almond and walnut growers. more »

Growers can utilize resources, tools to help manage unwanted pest threats on the West Coast

Jhalendra P. Rijal, area integrated pest management advisor for the University of California Cooperative Extension in Modesto, delved into two notorious pests. more »