Tag: Matthew Malcolm
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Top Costly Legal Issues Ag Employers can Prevent
At the Annual Convention of the Almond Alliance of California, Stacy Henderson, Almond Alliance’s go-to attorney for ag labor law, shared some of the top costly mistakes ag employers should know about that can be prevented. Watch this brief video with Stacy as she explains.Please thank this video’s sponsor Suterra for their industry support. -

Pacific Nut Producer September Issue

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[three_fifth_last]Contents of the September Issue:
The Future of Harvest Automation Begins NowMechanical Harvesters to Meet the Natural Frequency of Each Tree
Oregon Hazelnut Industry Triples in SizeAcreage Trends Support Steady Growth
New USDA Researcher SpotlightAngel Acebes-Doria to Support Macadamia Nut Growers
September Orchard TasksAlmonds, Hazelnuts, Pecans, Pistachios, Walnuts[/three_fifth_last]
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CA Farm Water Crisis – The Big Picture with Aubrey Bettencourt
California farmers were already in a tight water supply situation before this dry year began. With water curtailments, SGMA implementation, settlement agreements and little progress in water infrastructure improvements, farmers have a lot of concerns regarding the future of their livelihoods. Watch this brief video with Aubrey Bettencourt as she provides the big picture of where agriculture currently stands in the California water crisis. Bettencourt has served California agriculture in various capacities over the years and is now Director of Sustainability with the California Cattle Council and Western United Dairies.Please thank this video’s sponsor Suterra for their industry support. -

Upcoming Legislation on Product Packaging Concerns California Farmers
As if transportation issues and port congestion weren’t challenging enough for California agriculture and other industries, further legislation to regulate the type of packaging producers can use to ship their products is pending state approval. Watch this brief video with Almond Alliance of California’s lobbyist Dennis Albiani how this will impact agriculture, and read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.Please thank this video’s sponsor Suterra for their industry support. -

Recent Successes & Challenges on the Legislative Front with APG’s Cadee Condit
Growers finally got to meet American Pistachio Growers’ (APG) new Director of Government Relations, Cadee Condit in-person at the recent APG Summer Luncheon in Visalia, CA. Watch this brief interview with Cadee as she introduces herself and talks about APG’s current priorities on the legislative front. Read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.Please thank this video’s sponsor Suterra for their industry support. -

Lessons Learned from Devastating Ice Storm Damage in Hazelnut
Just within the last twelve months, oregon hazelnut growers have weathered wildfires, ice storms and heat waves. While some have been more impacted than others, there are some important lessons to be learned to prepare for future disasters which inevitably will occur. Watch this brief interview with OSU Hazelnut Extension Specialist Nik Wiman as he explains, and read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine. Don’t currently receive the magazine? Subscribe for free at: https://malcolmmedia.com/subscribe/Please thank this video’s sponsor George Packing Company for their industry support. -

2021 Oregon Hazelnut Crop Forecast
The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service has cancelled the release of their 2021 hazelnut crop forecast this year due to a labor shortage. So what can growers anticipate of this year’s Oregon hazelnut crop? Watch this brief interview with Shaun George & Sean Denfeld to find out, and read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine. Don’t currently receive the magazine? Subscribe for free at: https://malcolmmedia.com/subscribe/
Please thank this video’s sponsor George Packing Company for their industry support.
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US Pistachio Shipments Up Despite Logistical & Economic Challenges
Despite continued pandemic, trade and logistical issues, American Pistachio Growers President Richard Matoian shared at their annual Summer Luncheon that pistachio shipments are up, which is critical for the success of this growing commodity. Watch this brief interview with Richard as he explains, and read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.Please thank this video’s sponsor Suterra for their industry support. -

Ag Goals & Progress of Voluntary Agreements for Bay-Delta Flows
What is now being referred to as a 20 year drought in California has caused many problems for not only farmers, but all Californians and wildlife. In addition to the dire need for water infrastructure renovations, farming groups are also very focused on pursuing voluntary agreements for alternatives to the California State Water Resources Control Board plan for Bay-Delta flows. Watch this brief interview with Merced County farmer, Randy Fiorini who shared some insights from the Delta Stewardship Council as the discussions on voluntary agreements have resumed.Please thank this video’s sponsor Suterra for their industry support.



