Page 23 - Patrick Cavanaugh News Today

Ashish Malik is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of BVT. He comments on the benefits of this new technology for the almond industry.

Jimi Valov farms almonds and pistachios in Tulare County. He noted the low prices in almonds and the need to reduce production.

Pam Graviet is Senior Marketing Director, International for the California Walnut Commission. She noted a great desire for people to eat healthy California walnuts.<p><p>

Robert Verloop is the Executive Director and CEO of the California Walnut Board and Commission. He noted walnuts should be sold in convenient resealable six to 10-ounce bags and sold in the refrigerator section of the produce area of stores. That way, quality can be maintained.

Allison Febbo is the General Manager of Westlands Water District in Fresno. She comments on the necessity for all water districts in all regions of the state to work together to maintain a steady water supply for farmers.

Roger Isom is president of the Western Ag Processors Association in Fresno. He comments on the need to keep employees safe when temperatures are rising.

Claire Lee is the Assistant International Marketing Director for the California Walnut Board. She noted that walnuts are marketed as a healthy option for snacking.

Allison Febbo is the general manager of Westlands Water District in California, a major Federal Water District. She noted that some Westlands growers are helping other growers and that the Water District is helping as well.

Richard Waycott is President and CEO of the Almond Board of California. He comments on the final forecast of the 2023 almond crop---2.6 billion pounds!

Joe Grant is the Research Director for the California Walnut Board. He discusses the changing list of the most damaging walnut pests.<p><p>