Last week the 2023 class of the Almond Leadership Program (ALP) spent two days in the Central Valley visiting multiple agribusinesses. Co-sponsored by the Almond Board of California and Bayer …
Almond Matters: Tough Year for Disease Pressure
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., disease pressure is likely going to be more problematic for growers this year. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., …
Almond Update: Irrigation Workshop Series Kicks Off in Orland
An irrigation workshop series hosted by the Almond Board of California (ABC) and UC Cooperative Extension will kick off April 20. The first edition of the Fundamentals of Irrigation Scheduling …
Almond Matters: Remaining Vigilant with Alternaria Management
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., Alternaria management could prove exceptionally difficult this year. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll said environmental conditions …
Almond Update: Indian Market Remains Strong for California Almonds
The Indian market continues to be a main focus for the Almond Board of California (ABC). After doubling shipments between 2016 and 2021, India remains the top export market for …
Almond Update: ALP Golf Tournament Supporting FFA Coming Up in May
The Almond Leadership Program’s (ALP) annual golf tournament is coming up at the Dragonfly Golf Course in Madera in May. Funds that are raised through the event all go to …
Almond Matters: Taking Care of Perennial Grasses in Orchards
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., perennial grasses can create a host of problems for growers if left unchecked. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., …
Shift in Leaffooted Bug Species Impacting California Almonds
Leaffooted bug can create a host of problems for California almond growers. Their needle-like mouthparts pierce almond shells and damage the kernel. The pests can bring fungal pathogens into almonds, …
Eating Almonds Before Meals May Help Lower Blood Sugar
Eating a handful of this nut before meals may help lower blood sugar. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Two new research studies with almonds, one conducted over …
Almond Update: Deadline Approaches for ABC Board of Directors Election
Elections for the Almond Board of California’s (ABC) Board of Directors for the 2023-2024 crop year are here. ABC Senior Specialist of Industry Communications, Taylor Hillman said there is still …
Almond Matters: Waterlogged Orchards Likely to See Heavy Disease Pressures
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., growers are struggling to work around challenges with waterlogged orchards. Several storm systems over the past several weeks have significantly …
Almond Update: Grower’s Positive Experience with Groundwater Recharge
In working with the Turlock Irrigation District (TID), grower Eric Spycher’s groundwater recharge efforts are proving successful. He explained the process in a recent episode of the Almond Journey Podcast …
Almond Matters: Managing Leaffooted Plant Bugs in Orchards
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., leaffooted plant bugs have become even more problematic in recent years. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll …
Almond Update: Staying Efficient with Nitrogen Plans
Growers are preparing to implement their nitrogen plans after a long bloom period this season. Associate Director of Agricultural Research with the Almond Board of California (ABC), Sebastian Saa said …