National Nut Grower

National Nut Grower is a fresh print and digital publication designed for those involved in the almond, pistachio, walnut, hazelnut, and pecan industries. The team behind this initiative consists of experts and information sources dedicated to serving growers, researchers, crop advisors, processors, packers/shippers, and industry associations. National Nut Grower aims to deliver comprehensive updates on the most recent developments affecting the nut sector.

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Tariff pause greeted with relief by stock markets; ag impact still murky

4 days ago | nationalnutgrower.com | Heather Morse

In a move that could bring welcome relief to specialty agriculture and horticulture businesses caught in the crossfire of international trade disputes, the Trump administration announced on Monday morning a 90-day reduction in tariffs on Chinese imports. Reuters, CNN, NBC News and other news outlets reported U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports will be cut from 145% to 30%, while Chinese tariffs on U.S. imports will fall from 125% to 10%. Officials from the two counties met in Geneva over the weekend.
California walnut growers optimistic for 2025 crop after favorable spring conditions

1 week ago | nationalnutgrower.com | Heather Morse

California walnut growers are expecting a strong 2025 harvest following a promising start to the season, thanks to ideal spring weather and improved water availability across the state.
USDA to deliver second round of MASC payments to specialty crop growers

2 weeks ago | nationalnutgrower.com | Heather Morse

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has announced a second round of payments is coming for specialty crop producers through the Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops (MASC) program. The program provides up to $1.3 billion in additional program assistance. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) has already delivered under $900 million in first round payments to eligible producers, according to a news release.
California bill to ease waste reporting for nut processors passes first committee

2 weeks ago | nationalnutgrower.com | Heather Morse

A bill to exempt certain agricultural businesses from California’s organic waste reporting rules has cleared its first legislative hurdle. Assembly Bill 1046, authored by California Assemblywoman Dr. Jasmeet Bains (D-Delano), passed the Assembly Natural Resources Committee on a 14-0 vote. The measure seeks to ease regulatory requirements for agricultural crop preparation services such as tree nut hullers and processors, which say they divert all byproducts from landfills.
Farm Bureau warns of estate tax farm threat

2 weeks ago | nationalnutgrower.com | Heather Morse

The cost of inheriting the family farm will increase dramatically at the end of the year if Congress doesn’t take steps to extend the elevated estate tax exemption, according to a news release from the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF). AFBF economists analyzed the estate tax cliff in a late April Market Intel report.
California Walnut Commission accepting nominations for 2025 board election

3 weeks ago | nationalnutgrower.com | Heather Morse

The California Walnut Commission is now accepting nominations for its 2025 board election, calling on growers and handlers across the state to take an active role in guiding the future of the walnut industry. The commission will elect members and alternates to serve a two-year term starting September 1, 2025, and ending August 31, 2027. Four members and four alternates will be elected to represent their respective districts.
Meridian Growers report U.S. pistachio shipments down as trade headwinds mount

3 weeks ago | nationalnutgrower.com | Heather Morse

U.S. pistachio shipments have dropped 25% year-to-date through March 2025 compared to the same period last year, according to the latest report from Meridian Growers. The steep decline is largely attributed to reduced export volumes, with significant losses in key markets including the European Union, China, and Turkey. Export volumes to Turkey plunged from over 10 million pounds last March to less than 2.7 million pounds this year.
Vote now for Almond Board of California’s 2025 board of directors

3 weeks ago | nationalnutgrower.com | Heather Morse

Voting is now open for the 2025 Almond Board of California board of directors election, with independent growers and handlers eligible to cast ballots through May 22. This year’s election includes two independent grower positions and two independent handler positions, along with alternate seats for the grower roles and one handler seat. Ballots and voting instructions have been mailed to all independent growers and handlers on file with the Almond Board of California.
March/April 2025

4 weeks ago | nationalnutgrower.com | Heather Morse

Sustainable methods are transforming tree nut orchards. Discover ways to boost yield, cut costs and grow smarter for the future. » Explore how 2025 ag labor policies under the new administration may affect your farm. Learn what to expect and how to prepare.
Sustainable orchards: Innovations to boost profitability & efficiency

4 weeks ago | nationalnutgrower.com | Heather Morse

When I discuss sustainable practices with growers, the focus is always firstly, and rightfully, on sustaining farm profitability. Without a profitable farm, there is no possibility of environmental or social benefit that comes from such practices. I will discuss three transformative practices that are shaping the future of agriculture by optimizing resource use and increasing farm profitability. These practices have the potential to boost crop productivity and/or reduce or replace input costs.