…market access for California walnuts.” California walnuts are recognized for their nutritional value and are shipped worldwide, with the state producing 99% of all walnuts grown in the United States….
Global Demand for Tree Nuts Shifts as Top Markets Drive Trade
DepositPhotos image Tree nut shipments, including almonds, walnuts, and pistachios, have grown steadily over the last decade, with trade concentrated among a few key markets. In 2023/24, the European Union…
Study: Wildfire Smoke Cuts Nut Production in California Orchards
…just as vulnerable as humans,” Orozco said. Researchers studied almond, pistachio, and walnut trees in California’s Central Valley from 2018 to 2022, a period that included the 2020 megafires. These…
A 19 Percent Decline in California Walnut Production Expected
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is forecasting a notable decline in California walnut production this year. The 2024 California Walnut Objective Measurement Report is forecasting 670,000 tons, a 19…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 08-19-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, RaboResearch reports a slowdown of the global walnut market. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features,…
RaboResearch Reports Slow Down of Global Walnut Market
…the global walnut market. The main consumers of walnuts are China, the EU, the U.S., and Turkey, while demand is growing fast in the UAE and India. Top importers include…
DPR Grants $2.6 Million to Support Sustainable Pest Management Options
…and almond hulls to control soil pests. A project awarded $401,090 in funding is set to explore using walnut compounds to manage soil nematodes in orchards. On the Alliance Grants…
RMA Continues Making Improvements for Specialty Crops
…walnuts. Expand OUs by organic practice to all remaining crops where OUs are available, and the organic practice is insurable. Walnut Quality Adjustment: Allow sunburned damaged walnuts to be eligible…
Nearly $28 Million in RAPP Funding Going to California Groups
…Board is receiving $4.2 million. The largest awards for California-based groups include the California Walnut Commission at $7 million and Blue Diamond Growers/Almond Board of California at $10 million. The…
California Chill Report: Positive Response to Dormancy-Breaking Tools in Walnut Trees
In an effort to understand the impact of warmer winters on walnut trees, UC Cooperative Extension Orchard Systems Advisor, Kat Jarvis-Shean has been involved in a comprehensive multi-year trial. The…
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 01-19-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes new storage and handling guides for walnut retailers and industry professionals and the…
California Chill Report: Navigating Changing Chill Patterns
…Dormex, seeking solutions for walnut growers. “It wasn’t really high on people’s radar last year because we had so much chill,” Jarvis-Shean explained. “But as people are watching that chill…
California Chill Report: Solutions for Growers Facing Chill Shortages
…chemical companies have endeavored to provide tools for walnut growers,” Jarvis-Shean noted. “Resources traditionally available to fruit cultivators but historically lacking for those involved in nut crop cultivation.” Collaborating with…
Changing Climate Means More Pests for Almonds, Peaches, Walnuts
…for infesting most of the walnut, almond and peach orchards of California, causing extensive damages by reducing quality of fruits and nuts,” researchers say. Climate change can lead to shifts…