…and in the neurotransmitter, serotonin. The mixed nuts studied included almonds, Brazil nuts, cashews, hazelnuts, macadamias, pecans, pine nuts, pistachios, and walnuts. The study looked at whether tree nut snacks…
Almond Update: Board of Directors Election on the Horizon
…almonds make life better by what we grow and how we grow,” said Hillman. The Board represents the interests of more than 7,600 growers and approximately 100 handlers throughout California….
Senate Ag Plans Hearings on Farm Bill Trade and Horticulture Titles
…Jenny Lester Moffitt, and USAID’s Sarah Charles. In a joint statement, Stabenow and Boozman say, “This is the first of many hearings the Committee has planned as we gear up…
Interview with Congressman John Duarte
…District, after winning over incumbent Adam Gray in November. Duarte is a farmer and businessman who grows almonds, pistachios, and grapes, and is President and CEO of Duarte Nursery. He…
Almond Update: In-Depth Analysis for Developing Market Opportunities
…cultural practices and market priorities. In eastern Asian counties, the vitamin E content of almonds is highlighted, while an existing cultural connection with almonds is promoted in India. Each strategy…
Almond Matters: Early Bloom Period This Year?
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the bloom period in almonds may be coming a bit earlier than average this year. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent…
The Start of The New Year Sees New WOTUS Rule
…protections for waters that are sources of drinking water while supporting agriculture, local economies, and downstream communities.” Once the 514-page rule is officially published in the Federal Register, it will…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 01-02-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the challenges and driving factors of automation in almonds, the NMPF’s dairy market…
Groundwater Recharge Considerations in Orchards
…has been recharging for several years and has seen great results with water usage and crop health. Farming over 1,000 acres of almonds and pistachios, spanning from Kern County to…
Almond Update: Great Experience and Attendance at TAC 2022
…maybe went to a session and wanted to reference some of those slides we will have those posted to our Almonds.com/conference page in the very near future,” Bailey noted. Even…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 12-09-22
…address the western drought and conservation priorities, balancing agronomics and the rising cost of fertilizer, and seeing the benefits of whole orchard recycling in almonds. Tune in to the show…
Almond Update: Industry Challenges Offer ‘Opportunity to Grow and to Innovate’
…to help growers and handlers better navigate the industry challenges. Multiple efforts are underway to help build interest in almonds in international markets and increase overall consumption. Rodriguez noted that…
Almond Update: 2022 Almond Conference Less Than a Week Away
…program online at almonds.com/conference and they can see a table of all of this education available and where and how they need to get that.” Another adjustment to this year’s…
Almond Update: Seeds for Bees Doubles Participation from Last Year
…program was custom designed for almonds,” said Lewis. “Since 2020-2021 growing season, we’ve almost doubled the amount of cover crop acreage that is participating in the Seeds for Bees program….