The Almond Board of California (ABC) is preparing for the election process for its Board of Directors. The 2024 elections will officially get underway on February 9 when the candidate …
Almond Matters: Bloom Preparation Amidst Series of Storms
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., bloom preparation is underway as growers contend with continued rainstorms. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll said …
NOW IPM Economic Calculator for Almond Production
Growers have a new tool available to help guide decisions related to navel orangeworm (NOW) management. A new NOW integrated pest management (IPM) economic calculator has been developed, evaluating the …
Almond Update: New QR Code Tells the Almond Stewardship Story
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is sharing the almond stewardship story with consumers through an innovative new campaign. ABC’s Europe and strategic communications lead, Kath Martino explained that the …
Almond Update: Increasing Problems with Plant Bug Infestations
Plant bug infestations have become an increasingly problematic issue for growers over the last few years. Vice President of Member Relations for Blue Diamond, Mel Machado detailed the problem during …
Almond Update: Navel Orangeworm Challenges Took a Toll in 2023
The almond industry endured a tough year for navel orangeworm challenges in 2023 for a variety of reasons. During The Almond Conference, UC Cooperative Extension Entomology and Pest Management Advisor, …
Almond Matters: Getting Ready for the Growing Season
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., growers are gearing up for almond bloom and the impending growing season. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd …
Almond Update: Strategic Marketing to Build Demand in the ‘Attention Economy’
During The Almond Conference, Managing Director at SRG, Mickey Citarella highlighted some of the strategic marketing approaches the Almond Board of California (ABC) is taking to help drive demand. A …
Almond Matters: Orchard Preparations for Almond Bloom
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., the new year means that almond bloom is on the horizon. Growers are working on orchard preparations to get their …
Almond Update: 2024 Nutrient Summit Coming Up January 10
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is hosting the 2024 Nutrient Summit next week at the UC Merced Conference Center. The summit runs from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on …
Carpophilus Beetle Discoveries Emphasize Importance of Winter Sanitation
Houston Wilson, Associate Cooperative Extension specialist in the Department of Entomology at UC Riverside, emphasized the need for proper and thorough winter sanitation in nut orchards in the wake of …
Almond Update: Richard Waycott Reflects on Two Decades of Leadership
In a recent episode of the Almond Journey Podcast, Richard Waycott, outgoing President and CEO of the Almond Board of California (ABC), shared reflections on his remarkable journey within the …
Almond Update: Global Opportunities for the Almond Industry
Chief Agricultural Negotiator in the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, Doug McKalip, expressed enthusiasm about representing the almond industry as well as other commodities on the global stage. Speaking …
Almond Update: Preventing Another Year of Substantial NOW Damage
Navel orangeworm (NOW) was a significant issue for growers this past season. NOW damage reached critical levels in many orchards. Vice President of Member Relations for Blue Diamond, Mel Machado …