One of the main concerns with recent almond acreage trends is in the exponential growth of earlier harvesting varieties and how the how that will impact early stockpiling at hulling and processing facilities. Growers obviously want to harvest their crops as soon as possible, but Navel Orangeworm damage doesn’t stop as soon as the nuts leave the orchard. Watch this brief video with Martin Pohl from Hughson Nut as he explains the situation and need for the almond industry to evolve with the trends. Read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
Tag: Almond Industry Trends
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Considerations for Determining Which Almond Varieties to Plant
As growers, both new and experienced, continued to add to the record almond acreage in California, many are constantly evaluating what varieties to plant. With many new varieties on the market and consumer trends continuing to evolve, there is a lot to consider in variety selection. Check out this brief interview with Martin Pohl from Hughson Nut Company as he shares his insights from a processor’s perspective. Read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.