Duarte Nursery brought almond growers and industry professionals together at its DeWitt Ranch in Modesto for a hands-on look at the future of almond farming. Director of Farming Isaac Duarte discusses the ranch’s high-density Yorizane almonds, catch-frame harvesting technology, orchard design and the data helping growers build more productive, longer-lasting orchards.
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Congressman Duarte Addresses Water Issues & Solutions for California Ag
Despite the great rainfall and snowpack California has experienced in the last couple years, little of this abundance has been shared with agriculture or even saved for the inevitable times of drought that lay ahead. Farmers are fed up with the state’s many years of mismanagement of our water resources and lack of practical investment in our water future. This led a farmer to run for congress and bring some new, realistic solutions to the table. Watch this brief interview with Representative John Duarte from the 13th Congressional District of California as he shares some of these priorities that offer relatively quick and longterm water availability benefits for farmers and all Californians.
Special thanks to American Pistachio Growers for sponsoring this video.
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Central Valley Farmer Plans to Take Fight Back to D.C. as Congressman
California agriculture may be on its way to getting better representation in Washington D.C. with John Duarte running for California’s new 13th Congressional District. A Central Valley native and an active multigenerational farmer, John is no career politician. Protecting property rights and increasing water storage are among his top priorities. Watch this brief interview with John to see what he plans to bring to the table.
Please thank this video’s sponsor Suterra for their industry support.
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Pacific Nut Producer May Issue

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[three_fifth_last]Contents of the May Issue:
Matthew Malcolm Appointed EditorNew Duties to Benefit PNP and the Nut Industry
Erickson Family Farms & Three Erickson PartnersDiversified Farmers Sustain Soils, Trees & Employees
New Farm Advisor SpotlightDoug Amaral & Giulia Marino to Support Tree Nut Growers
May Orchard TasksAlmonds, Hazelnuts, Pecans, Pistachios, Walnuts[/three_fifth_last]
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Four Steps for Planting Containerized Almond Trees
The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service recently reported a record 1.25 million acres of almonds across California’s landscape, up 5.9% from 2019. More almond orchard continue to be planted as we speak, due in part to the reduce labor needs associated with this crop and a healthy global market for this versatile product. With increased almond acreage anticipated to be planted this year, we wanted to share this brief interview with Tia Russell from Duarte Nursery who shared and demonstrated for steps for planting containerized almond trees. Watch this video and read more about growing almonds in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine. Don’t currently receive the publication? Subscribe for free today at PacificNutProducer.com.Please thank this video’s sponsor Trece for their industry support. -
Irrigating Pistachios in Marginal Saline Soils
With record acreage of pistachios being planted in the San Joaquin Valley, some of these orchards are being planted in areas where pistachios have never grown before. They are being planted in marginal soils with saline or sodic issues; and although pistachios have greater tolerance for these kinds of soils than almonds, they are are not invincible. Where do you draw the line and how do you irrigate properly to mitigate these issues? Watch this brief interview with Daniele Zaccaria from UC Davis as he shares some great insights, and read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
Please thank our sponsor Duarte Nursery for their industry support by visiting them at their booth at the following November Events: Tree & Vine Expo, the Grape, Nut & Tree Fruit Expo & Blue Diamond Growers Annual Membership Meeting.
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BASF Corrects Misconceptions about Ag & Engages in Community Education
In today’s fast paced urban society, there is a serious disconnect between consumers and the source of their food. There is so much public misinformation and misconceptions about agriculture, that it has become more critical for farmers to reach out side of their comfort zone and communities to share the truth about what they do out in the field. International Ag chemical Corporation, BASF has joined farmers with efforts of their own in educating the public about agriculture, as shared in this brief video with BASF representative Paul Rea.
Please thank our sponsor Duarte Nursery for their industry support by visiting them at their booth at Malcolm Media’s Annual Agricultural Expos next month.
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Sterile Insect Facility to Aid Growers with Navel Orangeworm Management
Researchers and growers are tackling the formidable tree nut pest Navel Orangeworm from all fronts. One method underway is in utilizing the same sterile insect technology and facility that eradicated pink bollworm from the cotton industry years ago. There have been some challenges in adapting the system for Navel Orangeworm, as shared by Bob Klein from the Pistachio Research Board; however there is great potential for this program to aid growers in managing this pest. Watch this brief interview with Bob and read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
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Record High Pistachio Acreage Planted in 2018
Along with record high pistachio production in the western United States in 2018, a record number of acres were planted to pistachios as well last year. Is this good news or bad news for the pistachio industry? Watch this interview with American Pistachio Growers’ Executive Director Richard Matoian to find out, and read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine. -
Almond Pollination and Hive Removal Timing
Almond pollination is underway in California and growers are hoping for another good crop this year. How can you monitor the progress of your bees during almond pollination and determine when it is time to remove the hives? Watch this brief interview with Billy Synk from Project Apis m. for some answers, and read more about it in the March issue of Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.




