…with equipment they would encounter in the industry. “We’ve brought in donated almond, walnut, pecan, and pistachio processing equipment and we’ve set it up in a small-scale lab to allow…
Benefits of Implementing a Cover Crop System in Tree Nuts
…series of benefits related to soil structure, bee health, and weed pressures. Crop Consultant with California Ag Solutions, Cary Crum said he has been working with a walnut grower in…
Plants and Fruit Trees at Risk of a Spotted Lanternfly Infestation
…pests. The following plants are at risk of these pests: grapevines and hop vines, apple, peach, nectarine, cherry and walnut trees. The good news for farmers is that this imported…
Week in Review: Almond Cash Flow Challenges & Opportunities for California Walnuts
Almond producers are looking at further complications related to supply chain congestion. A recent RaboResearch report provides insight on the walnut outlook over the coming years. Desert lettuce crops appear…
Walnut Outlook Report Highlights Challenges and Opportunities Ahead
…specifically walnuts, as you can get probably a long-term contract with these companies that are trying to reduce their greenhouse emissions in their supply chain.” Other opportunities for U.S. walnuts…
Agronomic Minute: New Integrated Program to Help Improve Production
…of trials, achieving positive results in weed and pest control in crops including grapes, apples, and wheat. Walnut growers have also found the program to be helpful in addressing issues…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 01-28-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers winegrape growers struggling with vineyard development costs, cover cropping in walnut orchards helping…
Species to Consider Tapping for a More Unique Spin on an Old Classic
…obvious frontrunner. But you can tap several types of walnut trees, including black walnuts. As you might expect, the flavor of the syrup you’ll get from the black walnut is…
Agronomic Minute: Getting Ahead of Walnut Blight
…dealing with a history of walnut blight in their orchards are likely well-versed in making preparations to combat any damage. The pathogen that causes walnut blight can overwinter in between…
California Walnut Board Supports Industry Growth During Record Crop Year
During the 2020-2021 crop year, California walnut growers and handlers worked together with the California Walnut Board and California Walnut Commission to advance the industry in new ways. Growers produced…
Week in Review: Record-Setting Port Traffic and Pesticide Residues Remain Low
…Administration indicates that residue levels remain low. Shifting more conventional acreage into organic may be required to meet the increasing demand for organic products. Walnut growers will soon have an…
USDA Sets Dates for California Walnuts Continuance Referendum
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has set the dates for the California walnuts continuance referendum. Walnut growers will have an opportunity to vote on whether to continue their federal…
Week in Review: Walnut Inspections on Hold, $15 Billion Climate Package Signed
Enforcement of mandatory inspections of California walnuts is being suspended after a recent action from the California Walnut Board. Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed a climate package with more than…
Reclamation Awards Construction Contract for First Phase of Friant-Kern Canal Repairs
…Perini Joint Venture, based in Walnut Creek, was awarded a $177 million contract to perform the construction aspects of the first phase of work to repair the Friant-Kern Canal along…