Almond Bloom Update
The almond bloom is blanketing California’s orchards in white. Despite the challenges posed by water during the bloom the clear and moderate weather is a blessing for the almond industry. Throughout the Central Valley, growers have reported strong bee activity, lasting anywhere from seven to nine pollinating hours a...
Blue Diamond Almonds, Industry Update – February 13, 2015
February 12, 2015 The January Almond Board of California (ABC) Position Report confirms West Coast port congestion has taken center stage in the California almond industry. While the work slowdown has been evident since November, the situation has escalated substantially in recent weeks....
Almond Prices: A New Normal
The spectacular and extended rise in almond prices has the industry concerned that we have reached the peak. Many of you have lived through rising and falling prices. You may even recall there has been a five-year pattern to almonds prices. As we enter the fifth year of rising...
Blue Diamond Almonds, Industry Update – December 9, 2014
The 2014 crop is 95+% received through November, and now projects to 1.825 billion. The very early harvest, rain-free weather, and smaller overall crop, all contribute to the faster conclusion of the 2014 crop harvest. With a 2014 crop of 1.825 billion, and a total net supply of 2.138...