Managing Almond Nutrients Sustainably Is Critical

When it comes sustainable nutrient management in almonds, growers should keep in mind the four R’s – the Right Rate, the Right Time, the Right Place, and the Right Material.

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Franz Niederholzer, a University of California Cooperative Extension farm advisor specializing in orchard systems, says a sustainable approach to orchard nutrition is intended to optimize crop production and maximizing net profit while reducing the risk of environmental contamination.

According to his most recent post on the popular blog, The Almond Doctor, when the current harvest is complete, it will be time to begin mapping out a nutrition program to ensure a quality – and environmentally sustainable – harvest next year.

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