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Contents
10 FIELD TEAM 12 MARKET REPORT 16 NEWS IN A NUTSHELL 24 CORNERING THE MARKET 26 MEMBERSHIP BASICS 28 GROWING THE GOODNESS 30 ADVOCACY REPORT 32 FIELD NOTES WITH MEL MACHADO 36 IN YOUR ORCHARD
Although summer shipments were down, we expect a fall rebound (Pg. 12)
Features 6 President’s Corner
26 Harvest and Beyond As harvest progresses, now is the time to review delivery records, confirm acreage, and address orchard changes. Meeting with your PCA/CCA and analyzing grade results ensures stronger pest management and planning for 2026. 32 Field Notes with Mel Machado This new Almond Facts section features insights, market updates and orchard news from Blue Diamond ’s chief agricultural officer, Mel Machado.
In this President's Corner, along with 2024 crop return overview, Kai discusses how the Co-op is navigating a transformative year marked by shifting markets, weather impacts, and operational changes. With streamlined production, refreshed branding, and new product innovations, Blue Diamond is positioned for stronger growth and improved returns in 2026. 8 From Your Chairman Blue Diamond Chairman, Steve Van Duyn reflects on challenges, camaraderie, and the cooperative spirit driving farmers forward. From weathering economic shifts to breaking into new markets, learn how innovation, leadership, and unity are shaping Blue Diamond ’s future.
ON THE COVER: Harvest is in full swing in the Blue Diamond orchards.
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