…management Sustainability practices Those advantages continue making California the global leader in pistachio production. A Conversation That Goes Beyond Pistachios In addition to discussing the pistachio industry, Papagni and Kreps…
Rich Kreps: Post-Harvest Management Can Set the Stage for Next Year’s Pistachio Crop
Proper post-harvest management may be one of the most important investments California pistachio growers can make for next season’s crop, according to industry leader Rich Kreps. During a recent episode…
California Pistachio Crop Expected to Shrink Sharply Following Challenging Growing Season
California pistachio growers could be facing one of the smallest crops in years after an unusually warm spring disrupted pollination across much of the Central Valley. The outlook was the…
California Almond Outlook Brightens as Global Demand Stays Strong
…revealed the company plans to expand its pistachio marketing efforts. The growing popularity of pistachio-based products—including the widely discussed “Dubai chocolate”—has significantly increased international demand, particularly throughout Europe and the…
Pest Pressure Builds Across California Specialty Crops – Part 2
…mealybugs and ants can quickly create honeydew issues. Burkdoll noted that combining tools and targeting multiple pests in a single application can improve efficiency. Almond and Pistachio Considerations In almonds,…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads-Roger Isom Warns of Water, Regulation, and Economic Crisis
…almond prices have strengthened considerably, while pistachio markets may benefit from global supply disruptions involving Iran. Walnut demand also continues to improve worldwide. Cotton acreage, however, continues declining due largely…
Smart Water, Stronger Farms: Aqua4D’s Impact on Agriculture
…to carry nutrients and move through soil. The result? Better root-zone hydration, improved soil balance, and healthier crops—even in challenging conditions like pistachio orchards planted in highly saline soils. Just…
Pistachio Market Outlook Brightens as Global Tensions Shift Supply Dynamics
…for California’s pistachio industry. Kreps, widely known in the industry as “Mr. Pistachio,” pointed to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East as a key factor influencing the market. With Iran…
California Farming, Water & Pistachios: Inside The Ag Meter Interview
…modest increases—like nitrogen rising from $400 to $600 per ton—add up quickly when combined with soaring diesel prices. Pistachios and the Global Market As “Mr. Pistachio,” Kreps offers valuable insight…
Managing Gill’s Mealybug in Pistachios with Timely Applications
Gill’s mealybug has become an increasing concern for California pistachio growers, with the potential to impact both yield and crop quality if left unmanaged. Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Manager…
Record Pistachio Crop, Global Demand, and California’s Water Reality
Rich Kreps on Pistachios, Policy, and the Path Forward American pistachio grower and industry leader Rich Kreps joined Ag Meter for a wide-ranging conversation that covered everything from a record…
Richard Kreps Says Pistachios, Water, and Common Sense Must Lead California Forward
The February 9 edition of the AgNet News Hour kicked off a powerful week of conversations focused on pistachios, water, and California agriculture’s future as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh…
Organic Farming, Regulation & Innovation in California
…California’s quick-changing weather patterns. Nick offers a detailed look at the pistachio sector, noting the industry’s record-breaking 2025 harvest. He explains how growers are paid and how storage cycles work…
Inside the World of Agricultural Shipping: A Conversation with Jeff Cox of Best Drayage
…pistachio and walnut shipping, both of which saw huge crops this year. Pistachios, in particular, continue to expand as orchards reach maturity—often taking around seven years before trees reach full…