Robert Verloop CEO and Executive Director of the California Walnut Commission and Board California walnuts are entering a pivotal moment—one defined by strong production, expanding global demand, and renewed optimism…
California Walnuts Gain Momentum as Robert Verloop Sees a Turning Point for Growers
…Executive Director of the California Walnut Commission and Board. After several difficult years marked by low prices, rising costs, and market uncertainty, Verloop believes the walnut industry is finally turning…
Inside Butte County Agriculture: Education, Community, and Critical Issues
…region regularly drive past almond orchards, rice fields, walnut groves, citrus, and grazing cattle. The Agribee and similar outreach programs help them connect those sights—and their own food—to the industry…
Inside the World of Agricultural Shipping: A Conversation with Jeff Cox of Best Drayage
…only minimal disruption. Inside the World of Agricultural Shipping: A Conversation with Jeff Cox of Best Drayage Almonds, Pistachios, and Walnuts: A Busy Season for Ag Exports Best Drayage is…
California Walnut Harvest 2025: Quality, Volume & Market Outlook
…reserving the highest-quality in-shell walnuts for international buyers. Walnut Grading System California walnuts are categorized into A, B, and C grades: A Grade: High-end, light color, targeted for premium domestic…
Michael Jameson Reports a Rebound for California Walnuts
…Jameson agreed, explaining that refrigeration keeps walnuts crisp and extends shelf life from one year to as long as 18 months. The pair also discussed the beauty of California’s walnut…
California Dairy Relief, Ag Policy Battles, and a Turning Point for Farmers
…security,” he reminded listeners, stressing that America must protect the Central Valley’s ability to feed the world. This powerful conversation, along with timely updates on California’s almond and walnut harvests,…
Walnuts on the Rise: How to Defend a Promising Crop
In this episode of The Growing Edge, we connect with Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Manager at Valent U.S.A., to explore what could be a banner year for walnut growers,…
California Almonds & Walnuts: Sonny Toor on Markets, Tariffs, Grower Strategy
…for Walnuts Toor praised the Almond Board of California’s global marketing work but gave the Walnut Board a lower score. “The almond side is doing excellent—probably a 10 out of…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-29-25
…heat, minus the triple-digit temperatures, thanks to powerful trade news and a deep-dive into California’s almond and walnut outlook. From record-setting tariffs to shifting global markets, today’s episode is a…
Tariffs and Oversupply Strain California Walnut Growers
Robert Verloop, Executive Director and CEO of both the California Walnut Board (CWB) and the California Walnut Commission (CWC), is sounding the alarm over the mounting challenges facing California’s walnut…
India Tariff Cut Boosts California Walnut Outlook
Tariff Win and Strong Crop Fuel Grower Optimism Nick Papagni of AgNet West spoke with Michael Jameson of Morada Nut Company for this year’s walnut outlook, highlighting a positive shift…
Walnuts Deliver Year-Round Shelf Life, Says Jameson
…“When we put the dates on walnuts, as far as the shelf life, it’s over a year long,” said Jameson. He noted that major retailers often plan their walnut supply…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-08-25
Tariffs, Trade, and a Turnaround for Walnuts It’s a new week in California agriculture, and we’re starting strong with a packed episode of the AgNet News Hour. Join Nick Papagni…