MAR–APR 2026
Contents
8 FIELD TEAM 10 THE COOPERATIVE EDGE 12 NEWS IN A NUTSHELL 18 CORNERING THE MARKET 20 GROWING THE GOODNESS 24 ADVOCACY REPORT 26 MARKET REPORT 30 IN YOUR ORCHARD
New nitrogen and potassium tool to improve nutrient efficiency is now available (Pg. 30).
Features 6 President’s Corner
17 Blue Diamond Almondmilk Line Launches Blue Diamond is proud to expand its beverage portfolio with the launch of Blue Diamond Almondmilk. This new line, available in four flavors, is designed with today’s consumer in mind and built on the strength of the almond itself. 34 Time to Consider — Key Nutrients for Almond Production This Time to Consider article walks through the key nutrients that support almond production and highlights new insights and tools released in 2026 that may help guide your orchard nutrition program as summer approaches.
As almond bloom concluded in early March, Kai discusses how growers are shifting to post-bloom care while crop development continues to be monitored. 10 NEW! The Cooperative Edge with Dr. Keri Jacobs Join Dr. Keri Jacobs in this all-new Almond Facts segment that digs into the heart and function of the user owned structure of cooperatives. Cooperatives remain one of the most resilient and impactful business models in the U.S. economy, and Blue Diamond is a proud part of it.
ON THE COVER: Nonpareil, Monterey and Fritz bloom in Colusa County. Photo credit: Mel Machado
3
MARCH–APRIL 2026
Made with FlippingBook - Online Brochure Maker