Despite ongoing industry challenges, Almond Board of California (ABC) President and CEO Richard Waycott said there is reason to be thankful. One particular element has been the resiliency among industry …
Almond Update: Global Demand to Be Highlighted at The Almond Conference
The Almond Conference (TAC) 2023 will feature a variety of informational sessions highlighting multiple issues. One of the main sessions will focus on the array of efforts aimed at building …
Almond Update: 2024 Almond Leadership Program Taking Applications
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is currently accepting applications for the 2024 Almond Leadership Program. Individuals associated with the almond industry have until December 8 to submit an application. …
Almond Industry Gatherings Prove to Be Insightful
In a recent series of industry gatherings, the Almond Board of California’s (ABC) Board of Directors, alongside President and CEO Clarice Turner, embarked on an enlightening eight-stop listening tour throughout …
Almond Update: Grower Referendum Seeks Borrowing Authority for Almond Board
A grower referendum is underway that would improve flexibility for the Almond Board of California (ABC). Ballots are currently being sent out and the deadline for votes is November 20. …
Almond Update: Industry Gatherings Kick-Off Next Week
Almond Industry Gatherings hosted by the Almond Board of California (ABC) are set to begin next week. The informal events will offer an opportunity to have one-on-one conversations with the …
Almond Update: Pest Management in Almonds to Be Highlighted at CAPCA Conference
The California Association of Pest Control Advisors (CAPCA) is hosting its Annual Conference & Agri Expo North October 15-17 at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada. The CAPCA conference …
Almond Update: Great Opportunity to Increase Almond Consumption in Germany
Almond consumption in Germany rivals that of the U.S. and the Almond Board of California (ABC) has focused its efforts on growth. A marketing campaign titled “The Mother of All …
Opening More Trade Options for Almonds, Both Markets and Transport
Trade options for almonds have been moving in a positive direction recently. Retaliatory tariffs in India have been eliminated. Many of the supply chain disruptions related to COVID have largely …
Almond Update: Organizational Lessons Learned in Years of Hardship
Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Grow West, Lucas Schmidt said that several organizational lessons have been learned over the past few years. Schmidt described some of his experiences …
Punjabi American Growers Seek Almond Board Reform
In a letter sent to the Almond Board of California (ABC), the Punjabi American Growers Group (PAGG) highlights several industry concerns. The group points out almond growers’ struggles, which PAGG …
USDA to Purchase 30 Million Pounds of Almonds
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be purchasing more than 30 million pounds of almonds. Valued at $78 million, the purchase is intended to address child nutrition and support …
Almond Update: Industry Ups and Downs Highlighted in Almond Journey Podcast
President and CEO of the Central California Almond Growers Association (CCAGA), Michael Kelley has witnessed several industry ups and downs over his nearly two decades in the almond sector. Kelley …
Almond Update: Changing MRLs Spur Need for More Communication
Export destinations for California almonds continue to look at changes to Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs). The issue was one of many that was highlighted at the recent MRL Workshop in …