THE BUZZ ...
GOING NUTS ...
UC ANR updates cost estimates for growing almonds
Cost analyses are based on hypothetical operations of well-managed almond orchards
AWARD PRESENTED ...
Flora recognized as Almond Champion of the Year
Assemblymember Heath Flora (R-Ripon) has been recognized by the Almond Alliance
DISEASE ERADICATED ...
USDA declares US free from Plum pox virus
Plum pox is a disease impacting stone fruit such as plums, almonds, and peaches
GO NUTS ...
UC offers almond production short course Nov. 5–7
An optional field tour will also be offered on Nov. 8 in Parlier
MARKETING ...
Almond growers vote to continue marketing order
95% of eligible almond growers who voted favored continuing the program
GENETIC RESEARCH ...
Almond & peach trees genomes reveal secrets
Brings to light differences between the fruit of both species, flavor of the almond
POLICY STATEMENT ...
Almond Alliance praises Gov. Newsom over veto
Commends Newsom for recognizing SB 1 in its current form posed major challenges
TRADE TALK ...
Almond Alliance applauds Japan trade deal
Japan will open its market to more imports of U.S. agricultural products
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