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Aldrich Almond Waiting for the Sweeper in Stanislaus County
Crop Progress Report – September 28, 2026
September 28, 2026

This report covers the conditions and activities observed from Monday, August 31, through Sunday, September 27, 2026. The next report is scheduled for Monday, October 26, 2026. In the event…

Crop Progress Report – August 31, 2026
August 31, 2026

This report covers the conditions and activities observed from Monday, August 3, through Sunday, August 30, 2026. The next report is scheduled for Monday, September 28, 2026. In the event…

Almond tree branches carry clusters of mature almonds with fuzzy gray-brown hulls splitting open among green leaves under a clear blue sky.
Crop Progress Report – August 3, 2026
August 3, 2026

This report covers the conditions and activities observed from Monday, July 6, through Sunday, August 2, 2026. The next report is scheduled for Monday, August 31, 2026. In the event…

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Get the latest news affecting Blue Diamond and the almond industry with Almond Facts magazine. Almond Facts is published bi-monthly as a service to Blue Diamond’s grower-owners and now everything is available online, too!


Almond Facts magazine cover for Sep-Oct 2026, featuring an almond orchard harvest and article titles including Early Insights into the 2026 Harvest.

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Latest Issue

September-October 2026

This issue of Almond Facts highlights Blue Diamond’s stronger financial position, operational transformation and commitment to grower returns, and exciting, new partnership with Julianne Hough. It reviews the 2026 harvest,…

What’s Inside

A smiling man wearing glasses, a blue button-down shirt, and a brown jacket, standing in front of blooming white trees.
President's Corner

President and CEO, Kai Bockmann discusses Blue Diamond's multiyear transformation that is strengthening grower returns, reducing risk, and creating a …

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Harvesting Choice, Voice & Control

In this “The Cooperative Edge,” Dr. Keri Jacobs explores how the cooperative principles of choice, voice, and control empower Blue Diamond grower-owne…

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A woman posing with two bottles of Blue Diamond Almondmilk, one chocolate protein and one unsweetened simple.
Dancing in the Kitchen

Julianne Hough stars in Blue Diamond Almondmilk’s energetic new campaign, bringing her love of movement and hands-on creative input to playful videos …

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The Session Ends. The Work Ahead Begins.

Almond Alliance president, Alexi Rodriguez, examines key California legislation and urges the almond industry to stay engaged in shaping agricultural …

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2026 Harvest Observations: Early Insights from the Season

Mel Machado discusses early results from California’s 2026 almond harvest that show improved Nonpareil quality, but NOW and other pests continue to th…

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