Fresno County Ag Production Reached $8.59 Billion in 2023
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
Fresno County's 2023 agricultural production value rose by 6.1% compared to its 2022 crop report....
Experts Discuss Resource Management and Biological Opinions at Pistachio Industry Insights Day
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
At the first-ever Pistachio Industry Insights Day hosted by the American Pistachio Growers in July,...
No Ifs, Ands, or Nuts: Almond Market Shows Strong Demand
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
Record-breaking almond shipments over 10 consecutive months have led to a dramatic reduction in carryout, signaling robust...
Second-Largest Almond Harvest Predicted for 2024, USDA Adjusts Federal Marketing Order
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
California almonds are estimated to come in at 3 billion pounds this year according to...
Oxbo Deepens Roots in Central Valley with Bakersfield Opening
Oxbo's tech solutions aim to mitigate agricultural labor challenges.
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
Oxbo, a global farm machinery and equipment...
Bipartisan Effort Revives Congressional Specialty Crop Caucus
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
On April 15, Representatives David Valadao, Jim Costa, David Rouzer, and Elissa Slotkin announced the...
Almond Board of California President Reflects on First 100 Days, Unveils Strategies for Industry...
Suspended UK tariffs reflect $4 million in relief to U.S. almond importers.
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
On April 9, Clarice...
2024 Trends and Outlooks in Central Valley Agriculture
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
The agricultural industry in California is one of the largest economic drivers in the state with over...
Pistachio sector seeks markets to absorb bigger future crops
By Bob Johnson, Reporter, Monterey County
Reprinted with permission from the California Farm Bureau Federation
California pistachio growers are searching the globe for...
Research farm seeks help as income falls
By Ching Lee, Assistant Editor, Ag Alert
Reprinted with permission by the California Farm Bureau Federation
Use of micro-irrigation may be commonplace in...
National Ag Day: Acknowledging Central Valley Farmers’ Grit and Dedication
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
On March 19, National Agriculture Day provides an opportunity to celebrate the successes in Central Valley farming...
Protect the Pollinators: Beehive Health and Central Valley Theft Crisis
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
Central Valley almond farmers need bees like a symphony needs musicians — without them, almond...
Almond Industry to See Significant Rebound
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
A strong rebound in almond prices is expected over the next 12 to 18 months....
CA Almond Board Announces 2024 Leadership Class
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
The Almond Board of California announced its 2024 leadership class for 18 professionals to help...
Almonds Face Potential Recession, Industry Remains Optimistic
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
The 2023 Almond Board Conference highlighted production trends and the outlook for the industry. Clarice Turner, President,...
Wet Winter Heightens Potential Almond Disease Outbreak
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
An unusual disease outbreak is afflicting California almonds on top of an already tumultuous market....
Almond Acreage Continues to Spiral, Almond Board Finds Inspiration in AI
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
A tropical storm during harvest created an unfavorable outlook for Central Valley almond production, and acreage has...
New Pest Infests Almonds and Pistachios in Central Valley
Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
A new pest called the carpophilus beetle was recently found in the San Joaquin Valley, infesting...
Almond, Walnut Exports to Benefit as India Lifts Tariffs
Reprinted with permission from the California Farm Bureau Federation
India has formally removed retaliatory tariffs on some U.S. farm products that made...
India To Remove Retaliatory Tariffs on Almonds, Walnuts
By Ching Lee, Assistant Editor, Ag Alert
Reprinted with permission from the California Farm Bureau Federation
India’s agreement to remove retaliatory tariffs on...
Harvest 2023 expected to be up 1% from 2022 despite stormy bloom and cool...
Press Release provided by the Almond Board of California
MODESTO, Calif. – The 2023 California Almond Objective Measurement Report published Wednesday by...
Getting Serious About Climate Solutions
By Audrey Hill, Feature Contributor, Valley Ag Voice
Californians were invited to discuss the state’s climate-driven future in agriculture on March 30th...
Tulare Citrus Farmers Battle Mud, Debris
By Lisa McEwen, Reporter, Tulare County
Reprinted with permission from the California Farm Bureau Federation
Growers in Tulare County normally would be enjoying...
Eating Almonds Before Meals Improved Blood Sugar Levels in Some People with Prediabetes
Press Release Provided by the Almond Board of California
Two new research studies1-2with almonds, one conducted over three days and the...
Bipartisan “Farm Team” Listens
Caroline Webby, Contributor, Valley Ag Voice
The House Committee on Agriculture hosted the first official listening session Tuesday, February 14th, 2023, at...
Pistachio Growers Hopeful About Potential Record Crop
By Ching Lee, Assistant Editor Ag Alert
Reprinted with permission from the California Farm Bureau Federation
Considering the waning profitability of almonds and...
