Almond Facts, January-February 2025
This issue of Almond Facts, President & CEO, Kai Bockmann looks forward to a successful 2025, a special visit to the Sacramento site by Lt. Gov. Kounalakis is highlighted. Member-growers can read about the “Power in Partnership” and what they can do to advocate for the cooperative and take advantage of excellent benefits. Finally, readers can learn how to best prepare for springtime diseases that are common in almond orchards.
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What's Inside
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President's Corner
President and CEO, Kai Bockmann, looks back on 2024 and ahead to what 2025 has to offer, including new products, markets, and what’s to come for the strategic plan. Read Story -
California Lt. Governor Kounalakis Visits Blue Diamond
Learn about Lt. Governor, Eleni Kounalakis’ visit to the Sacramento site. She enjoyed a tour, product sampling, and a discussion with some Blue Diamond leaders. Read Story -
Membership Basics - "Power in Partnership"
In this article, Blue Diamond’s Director of Member Relations, Ben Goudie digs into the “Power in Partnership” including keeping accurate records, being an advocate for the Cooperative, and getting involved with OSIP and the Climate-Smart Grant. Read Story -
Time to Consider
In this Time to Consider article, Trent Voss discusses several common diseases growers face in their orchards and what can be done to minimize any damage to the trees. Read Story