Pistachio growers have more options today when it comes to varieties and rootstocks to plant with. Watch this brief interview with UCCE Farm Advisor Elizabeth Fichtner as she shares some of the characteristics of rootstocks currently available to growers and some of the pros and cons to planting on a seedling vs. clone. Read more in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
Tag: California Pistachios
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Keeping Up with the Evolving Navel Orangeworm Pest Pressure
So how bad can Navel Orangeworm damage get in our tree nut orchards? Hopefully we won’t have to find out this season, as growers are equipped with more tools and practices to control the pest. Watch this brief interview with Research Entomologist Joel Siegel as he shares some evolving trends in pest pressure across the state, and read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
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PNP April 2020 Issue
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[three_fifth_last]Contents of the April Issue:
Study Profits Moore FarmsCredits Almond Board & Almond Alliance
Almond Alliance on COVID-19Answers to Questions, Communication & Resources
Orchard TasksAlmonds, Hazelnuts, Pecans, Pistachios, Walnuts
GanodermaAn Unusual and Troublesome Disease in Almonds[/three_fifth_last]
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Pistachio Extract Fights Off Bacterial & Viral Infections
With the panic of an international pandemic, citizens are flocking the grocery stores stockpiling essential food and supplies. Recent studies suggest that pistachios should be on that list of groceries to stock up on too. In addition to their known health properties, recent published research shows that pistachio extract can thwart and even kill certain bacteria and viruses. Watch this brief video with Judy Hirigoyen from American Pistachio Growers and read more about it in the coming issue of Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
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Dr. Oz Shares Why Pistachios Offer Complete Protein & Quality Sleep to Consumers
Dr Oz shared some breaking news in the health and nutrition industry at American Pistachio Growers recent Annual Conference in Monterey, CA. In addition to talking about how much he enjoys incorporating nuts in his daily diet, he shared the results of recent research suggesting that eating pistachios will not only help consumers sleep better at night, but is also one of the only plant-based foods available that offer “complete protein.” Watch this brief video with Judy Hirigoyen from American Pistachio Growers and read more about it in the coming issue of Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
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California Pistachio Crop Projections for 2020 Season
With more and more acreage of pistachios coming into production, California growers anticipate the largest crop ever this year. Watch this brief video with the Bob Klein from the California Pistachio Research Board as he shares his thoughts on pistachio chill accumulation this winter, acreage trends and water supply levels that should lead to their largest harvest yet this year. Read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
Please thank our sponsor Duarte Nursery for their industry support and see them at their booth at the APG Conference in Monterey, March 2-4 (Booths 20-21).
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What to Expect at American Pistachio Growers’ Upcoming Annual Conference
American Pistachio Growers Annual Conference is returning to Monterey on March 2-4th, where growers can expect some exciting new things this year. Watch this brief video with the Executive Director of American Pistachio Growers Richard Matoian for more details. Pacific Nut Producer Magazine is a proud sponsor of this annual event, so be sure to see us there!
Please thank our sponsor Duarte Nursery for their industry support and see them at their booth at the World Ag Expo in Tulare, February 11-13 (Booth K24), and at the APG Conference in Monterey, March 2-4 (Booths 20-21).
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Federal Government Invests $6 Million to Combat Formidable Tree Nut Pest
California tree nut growers received a ‘holiday gift’ from the Federal Government last week — to the sum of $6 Million in appropriation funds to combat the formidable pest of the tree nut industry, Navel Orangeworm. Watch this brief video with the Executive Director of American Pistachio Growers Richard Matoian for more details.
Please thank our sponsor Duarte Nursery for their industry support with an email of gratitude this holiday season.
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Improving Chill Accumulation to Boost Pistachio Yields
Hoping to have a good winter, but concerned about chill accumulation in your pistachio orchard? Although you can’t control the weather, there are some things you can do to enhance chill accumulation in your orchard. Watch this brief interview with Gurreet Brar, pistachio plant physiologist at Fresno State, as he shares some insights based on his grower presentation at Malcolm Media’s annual Grape, Nut & Tree Fruit Expo. Read more about in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
Please thank our sponsor Duarte Nursery for their industry support and see them at their booth at the California Almond Conference in Sacramento, December 10-12.

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