The Indian market continues to be a main focus for the Almond Board of California (ABC). After doubling shipments between 2016 and 2021, India remains the top export market for …
Almond Matters: Taking Care of Perennial Grasses in Orchards
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., perennial grasses can create a host of problems for growers if left unchecked. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., …
Shift in Leaffooted Bug Species Impacting California Almonds
Leaffooted bug can create a host of problems for California almond growers. Their needle-like mouthparts pierce almond shells and damage the kernel. The pests can bring fungal pathogens into almonds, …
Almond Matters: Waterlogged Orchards Likely to See Heavy Disease Pressures
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., growers are struggling to work around challenges with waterlogged orchards. Several storm systems over the past several weeks have significantly …
Almond Matters: Managing Leaffooted Plant Bugs in Orchards
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., leaffooted plant bugs have become even more problematic in recent years. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll …
Almond Matters: Early Bloom Period This Year?
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the bloom period in almonds may be coming a bit earlier than average this year. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent …
Almond Matters: Bloom Prep for Different Weather Scenarios
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, different weather scenarios heading into February will call for certain approaches to bloom prep. It has been cool and rainy for …
Almond Update: Production Trends Could Bring Equilibrium to The Market
Several almond production trends were highlighted during last month’s Almond Conference in Sacramento. Slowing increases in bearing acreage over the past several years was highlighted by various reports. More detailed …
Almond Update: Looking Forward to 2023 with Industry Optimism
As the year wraps up, Almond Board of California (ABC) President and CEO Richard Waycott explained that there is reason for industry optimism in the year ahead. The past 12 …
Almond Update: Seeds for Bees Doubles Participation from Last Year
Participation in the Seeds for Bees program has grown substantially since the last cropping year. The program provides free cover crop seeds for producers, as well as technical assistance. Chief …
Agronomic Minute: Potential of On-Farm Groundwater Recharge
Drought conditions and the implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) are putting a squeeze on California growers. Principal Analyst with the Almond Board of California, Jesse Roseman said …
Almond Update: Educational Sessions at TAC to Highlight Important Industry Topics
Educational sessions at The Almond Conference (TAC) will focus on a range of issues that are impacting growers. TAC will be taking place in Sacramento, December 6-8 at the SAFE …
Agronomic Minute: Prepping Almond Orchards for Winter
California growers are working to get their almond orchards ready for dormancy. Second-generation almond grower Christine Gemperle said there is a lot to do in the fall in preparing for …
Almond Update: Grower Breakfast to Highlight Topics to Increase ROI
A special grower breakfast will be hosted at the 2022 Almond Conference, with content focused on helping growers improve their return on investment (ROI). The special session will go over …