…sustainable market growth in the U.S. The board provides comprehensive market data, conducts nutrition research, engages with health professionals, and fosters industry-wide collaboration. Additionally, HAB reallocates funds to California and…
Almond Update: New Study Highlights Almonds’ Benefits for Cardiometabolic Health
…risk factors associated with diabetes. Elena Hemler, Associate Director of Research for the Almond Board of California, emphasized the significance of this research, noting that almonds contain a unique package…
American Agriculture History Minute: Agriculture Continues Expansion and Diversification
…Washington Carver, who was director of agricultural research at Tuskegee Institute at the time, pioneered finding new uses for peanuts, sweet potatoes and soybeans, and thus helped diversify Southern agriculture….
Almond Update: Almond Board of California Hosts Regional Pest Identification Workshops
…the field or in a classroom, providing growers with hands-on education and insights into grower-funded research,” Hillman explained. This year’s workshops will emphasize windrow sampling, which helps growers assess the…
Optimizing Crop Nutrition: Expert Advice on Phosphorus, Nitrogen, and Micronutrients
…interpret soil and tissue tests, ensuring that farmers apply the right nutrients at the right time for maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness. For more information on nutrient management and research, Isaak…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 02-18-25
…Service Agency and NRCS operations. They delve into the firing of key USDA researchers investigating the effects of wildfire smoke on crops, highlighting the loss of critical ongoing research and…
ASTA Welcomes Danielle Cummins as Director of Membership Engagement
…Directions Group (formerly Aimpoint Research), where she managed a diverse client portfolio, led sales efforts, and provided expert insights on agricultural trends at national conferences. Her previous roles also include…
Almond Board of California Board of Directors Elections has Commenced
…The ABC board sets policy and recommends budgets in major areas, including marketing, production research, public relations and advertising, nutrition research, statistical reporting, quality control and food safety. Serving on…
Almond Update: Almond Board Highlights Health Benefits at Annual Conference
At the Almond Conference, Elena Hemler, Associate Director of Nutrition Research at the Almond Board of California, shared insights into the latest research on almonds and health. Speaking on a…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 02-13-25
…priorities set by the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance, including expanding the fruit and vegetable snack program to all states, establishing a specialty crop research initiative, increasing state-level grants for…
USDA’s February Farm Income Forecast
…a decrease in production expenses, is driving the overall improvement in farm income. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Economic Research Service. (2025, February 6). Farm sector income & finances: Farm sector income…
37th annual California Small Farm Conference Coming Up
…SARE Western Farmer/Rancher Research & Outreach Grant. Marney Blair, Compost Consultant, Fulcrum Farm Emma Wade, Farmer Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection…
Almond Update: Almond Board Secures Additional Funding to Boost Global Market Development
…noted, is its long-term availability. Unlike annual funding, these resources can be used over a three-to-five-year period, allowing ABC to establish sustainable marketing and research initiatives rather than short-term promotional…
Project Apis m Promotes Cover Crops for Pollinator Health
Bee collects pollen on a white cherry flower DepositPhotos image Project Apis m., a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting honeybee research, showcased its Seeds for Bees program at the recent…