A lack of winter nut sanitation will result in a higher population of overwintering navel orangeworm (NOW) and greater kernel reject damage at harvest in almonds.

Now, more than ever, we must have the foresight to invest our time and money to prepare a workforce capable of addressing food security in the future.

Scientists forecast economic impacts of the drought on the backbone of California agriculture.

Yearly survey shows fewer colony losses this past winter, but that losses are still too high to be economically sustainable.

Could this be yet another insidious effect of the drought?

Almond Hullers & Processors Association attracts nearly 500 for networking, learning about drought.

A new app will help growers and agronomists determine precise amounts of fertilizers needed to grow a quality crop.

USDA reports that agriculture is becoming more diverse, and the percentage of young farmers has increased by 11.3% from 2007 to 2012.

Yield is expected to average 2,270 pounds per acre, down 4.6 percent from the 2013 yield of 2,380 pounds per acre.

Three-year drought retains grip as summer approaches.

Florida Grower editor Frank Giles believes that in order to clear a path for more young producers, an “all hands on deck” mentality is mandatory.

It’s never too early to start building your personal and business nest eggs.

Almond growers should be on the lookout throughout the San Joaquin Valley, where degree-days are up significantly.

USDA issues official estimate for 2013 almond acreage: 940,000 acres.

Governor Brown moves to cut red tape to more easily direct water where it is needed.

The interactive site helps growers who work with pressure chambers — tools for measuring plant water stress.

California vegetable, citrus, and tree nut growers have a new option for control of more than 100 insect and mite pests.

If the new rule stands, the American Farm Bureau Federation says the result will be a wave of new regulation or outright prohibitions on routine farming practices and other land uses.

USDA announces the availability of the funds to state departments of agriculture for projects that help support specialty crop growers through research programs.