Crunching Numbers on the Latest Walnut Crop Forecast

Learn tips to minimize potential sudden autumn freeze damage, which has hit walnuts hard in recent years.

Each year, the Walnut Bargaining Association issues a minimum price recommendation based on current crop and economic conditions.

The just-released 2023 walnut crop forecast from USDA is at 790,000 tons, up 5% from 2022.

Beginning with a more holistic, biological approach can save growers money on chemical sprays, a key consideration in these days of low walnut prices.

Notorious pest is known to feast on grapes, but it favors one particular tree nut.

Despite the many problems of farming in the Golden State, most nut growers are increasing production.

Produce industry veteran Robert Verloop has been named Executive Director and CEO of the California Walnut Board and California Walnut Commission.

Drier, better aerated conditions during root flush may promote growth from deeper roots.

USDA to conduct public hearing using the Zoom. Find out where and when to connect.

UC Davis investigates causes and management considering increasing rates of walnut mold.

Search is on to replace longtime CEO/Executive Director of California Walnut Board and California Walnut Commission who recently announced resignation.

For commercial growers, now’s the time to check for infestation.

Walnuts actually do better with deficit irrigation, but it’s hard to convince growers.

For the past three years, California growers have sustained November freeze events, causing extensive damage.

You can’t change the land where you farm, but you can control how productive it is.

Extension poll of California growers shows access presents greatest obstacle to sanitation, the most effective way to prevent navel orangeworm damage.

Changes favored by 80.57% of the growers voting, representing 82.81% of the total volume of walnuts.

Health research benefits the grower and handler community.

Learn how regenerative farming helps protect crops while providing additional benefits.