…Chief Executive Officer of the Almond Alliance, Aubrey Bettencourt noted the program’s strength is that it provides an avenue for farmers to voluntarily participate in sustainability efforts and be compensated…
Punjabi American Growers Seek Almond Board Reform
In a letter sent to the Almond Board of California (ABC), the Punjabi American Growers Group (PAGG) highlights several industry concerns. The group points out almond growers’ struggles, which PAGG…
Almond Update: FFA Scholarships Bring Value Back to Ag Industry
…noted. Industry members interested in partnering with ABC in donating to the California FAA Foundation can visit calaged.org/AlmondLeadershipProgram to learn more. Stay up to date with The Almond Conference to…
USDA to Purchase 30 Million Pounds of Almonds
…domestic food assistance programs. The Almond Alliance announced that the purchase is being made through an award solicitation for Section 32. “The USDA’s efforts to secure this significant almond allocation…
Almond Matters: Hot Summer Brings Pest Challenges Ahead of Hull Split
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., growers are working to address pest challenges ahead of the coming hull split. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A.,…
New Almond Board CEO Announced
The Almond Board of California (ABC) Board of Directors has announced the selection of Clarice Turner, a seasoned global leader in the consumer goods, food service, and wine and spirits…
Solutions to Streamline and Improve Disaster Assistance
While the federal government provides disaster assistance programs, their current structure and implementation can often fall short of meeting the urgent needs of farmers. Almond Alliance CEO, Aubrey Bettencourt said…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 07-13-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the almond forecast being slightly up in the objective report, accurately measuring the…
Almond Update: 2023 Almond Production Expected to Increase
…and CEO of the Almond Board of California, Richard Waycott acknowledged the setbacks faced by almond growers in recent years and commended their ability to overcome these challenges. “Almond farmers…
IDF World Dairy Summit Heads to US
Hundreds of dairy industry professionals from around the world will gather in Chicago this fall for the International Dairy Foundation (IDF) annual conference. Shawna Morris, senior vice president of trade…
Biologicals Represent an ‘Interesting Option’ for Sustainable Pest Management
…said the conference was a good opportunity to learn what the sector could represent moving forward, by “bringing together people from a whole variety of perspectives to focus on how…
Week in Review: Winegrapes Benefit from Winter Weather & Tulare Lake Starting to Recede
…on the workforce issues faced by ag producers. Almond Alliance CEO, Aubrey Bettencourt said they are working with lawmakers to address some of the limitations of the Conservation Reserve Enhancement…
Almond Update: Proactively Working to Protect Growers with Pollinator Habitat
Almond growers have made tremendous strides in providing additional pollinator habitat in their orchards. With certain native bee species and monarch butterflies being considered for “endangered” classification, it could create…
Week in Review: Strong Potential for Biologicals & Spotted Lanternfly Mitigation Plan Developed
…released this week. U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai announced that the Republic of India will be lifting retaliatory tariffs on a variety of goods. Almond Alliance CEO, Aubrey Bettencourt said…