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The Complete Guide to Orchard Removal in California's Central Valley
Timing, methods, costs, and equipment for removing aging orchards—plus grants, biomass disposal, and soil prep for what comes next.
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Guide
Almond Orchard Development Guide: From Ground Prep to First Harvest
A step-by-step walk through deep ripping, soil prep, planting, and irrigation—everything it takes to bring a new almond orchard through its first harvest.
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Article
Winter Work: Deep Ripping, Weed Control & Compost
Prepare your orchard this winter with deep ripping, well-timed pre-emergence herbicides, and compost—including four-year nitrogen study data.
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Considerations for Replanting Almond Orchards
Timing, redevelopment cycles, and the key decisions Central Valley growers face when replanting an almond orchard for the next 20-plus years.
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Post-Harvest Foliar Sprays for Almond Trees
When and how to apply post-harvest foliar nutrients before leaf fall to build tree reserves for next season's bloom and crop.
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Article
USDA Market Facilitation Program
MFP payment details for almond growers—$146 per acre, eligibility requirements, and application deadlines you need to know.
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