…are looking for reassurance.” Watch Williams’ portion of the ‘Innovating with Almonds to Satisfy Today’s Consumer’ session. About the Author Taylor Hillman Sponsored Content Fungicide Resistance Management Minute April 3,…
Almond Matters: Precision Irrigation Even More Vital in Dry Years
…flood irrigation, the industry has been moving to micro-sprinklers and drip irrigation in recent years. “Dual-line drip on a crop like almonds works very effectively. In fact, I think it’s…
Health Bite: Easy Ways to Pack Protein Into Busy Diet
…of food brands have done a good job creating a softer, tasty snack. Epic is the most well-known and they have varieties like bison, bacon, sriracha chicken, and more. Each…
Growing Matters: Communication Key for Growers and Beekeepers
…page because. “It’s hard to wrangle bees and keep them under control. It’s kind of like herding cats a little bit. So I think there are some extra precautions we…
Grower Liaison Positions Across the State Now Accepting Proposals
…Name,” type in “Grower Liaison,” all open positions will appear on the following page. Once on the Events Details page for the region or county you are looking for, click…
California Almond Acreage Increases in 2020
…picture of California’s almond acreage. USDA-NASS reports a continued increase in California’s almond acreage in 2020. Bearing acres, or orchards that have matured enough to produce a crop, are estimated…
Almond Update: Industry Roadshow Gets Info Back In The Field
…to have all sorts of resources that people normally would have picked up in December,” he said. “We have some new, pretty interesting ones. A nitrogen best management practices guides,…
Biden’s Proposed Budget Brings Added Support to USDA
…U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). According to the 61-page summary, the budget request includes a 16 percent increase in funding for USDA, for a total of $27.8 billion. The additional…
Produce Working Group Seeks Food Box Program Adjustments
…the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) call for comments. The produce working group provided a 13-page document containing 30 recommendations for a successor to the Farmers to Families Food Box…
Pest Management Workgroup Seeks Sustainable Alternatives to Pesticides
…safer and more sustainable ways to manage pests”, said DPR Director Val Dolcini. He referred to the advancements already made in the citrus, strawberry, and almonds industries and added, “California…
Almond Update: Spider Mites the Focus of Next Training Tuesday
…treat only when necessary. Listen to Haviland’s full interview. Almond Update: Spider Mites the Focus of Next Training Tuesday Register for the ‘How to Combat Webspinning Mites’ at Almonds.com. The training runs…
Almond Update: Regulatory Hurdles for India’s Incredible Market
The Indian market has been a highlight for California almond producers over the last several years. When trade relations between the US and China soured in 2018, shipments of almonds declined to the…
Almond Update: Mexico, A Surprisingly Primed Market for Almond Growth
Mexico isn’t viewed as a major market for California almonds but the region is primed for exponential growth according to the Almond Board of California. North American Marketing Manager Becky…
The Western View: It’s Railfest Weekend in Reedley!
…areas for a picnic. There will be food vendors as well. For more information, visit their website at hillcrestreedley.com or their Facebook page. I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western…